MARY KATHLEEN "KAY" McGORRAY Lakewood, Ohio Obituary

MARY KATHLEEN "KAY" McGORRAY

Mary Kathleen “Kay” McGorray (nee Bixler) After reaching her goal of living to her 97th birthday on Sunday, June 12th, Kay passed away peacefully at home, with family by her side, on Monday June 20, 2022. She worked diligently through health setbacks and navigated safely and gracefully through the uncertainties of the pandemic over the past 18 months to be able to offer the blessing at her granddaughter’s wedding ceremony and to finally meet her first great grandchild. Beloved wife of the late James W. McGorray, Jr. Dear mother of Kathleen (Bob Soffer), Nancy Cullen (Aipa), Mary Susan, Mark, Ellen Boyle (Mike), Juliana Capuano, and Rob (Judy). Loving grandmother of Alana Uta (Justin) and Hinano Cullen; Diane Capuano Knight (Kyle) and John Capuano; Seamus, Declan, Emmett and Brogan McGorray; Ian (Jane), Evan, Emma and Marlee (Matt Turell) McGorray; and Andrew (Julie), Katie and Tricia Gauntner. Great-grandmother of Laura Grace, Lucas and Damien Uta. Dear sister of the late Bob Bixler (Moni) and Rita Duffy (Dick). Dear aunt and great-aunt to many. She is survived by, and thrived for so long because of, the great friends, neighbors, caregivers, church, CFM (Christian Family Movement) and PEM (???)* members she met along her way. Funeral Mass at St. Luke Church (Clifton Blvd. & Bunts Rd.) Saturday June 25, 2022, at 10:00a.m. MASS WILL BE LIVESTREAMED ON CHURCH WEBSITE. GO TO: https://stlukelakewood.org/ then please scroll down for Online Masses & Recent Videos. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. FRIENDS MAY CALL IN THE McGORRAY-HANNA FUNERAL HOME OF LAKEWOOD, 14133 DETROIT AVE. FRIDAY 4-7 p.m. If considering a memorial contribution in Kay’s honor, the family suggests donations to the West Side Catholic Center, St. Luke’s Church, Ursuline College Library, Help Foundation or Joel’s Place for Children. * (PEM Mystery: During their St.Augustine Academy years, Kay and a dozen friends formed a club which endured throughout their lives. True to their promise, they have never told anyone the meaning of the initials P.E.M. !)
June 12, 1925 - June 20, 202206/12/192506/20/2022
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Wesley Morgan
June 26, 2022
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Wesley Morgan
June 26, 2022
May the memories be a blessing. Manor Park 4 Ever...Saint Luke friends and families...sending love to Soupy and all McGorray clan...
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John Bittel
June 25, 2022
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John Bittel
June 25, 2022
Dear Julie and the McGorray Family, You have my deepest sympathy and my sincerest condolences. I am thinking of you and wishing you peace and comfort. Your mother was a wonderful person and I have such fond memories of her. God bless Kay and the entire McGorray family. ... Continue Reading
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R Kramer
June 24, 2022
Dear Mary Sue & the entire McGorray Family Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of Kay. She & Jimmy were so wonderful and I appreciate how they welcomed me so many years ago….with their loving, Christian kindness. We had such fun times together! Your mothe... Continue Reading
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Anne and Paul Wagner
June 22, 2022
God bless the McGorray Family. The example they have set through the years have made us feel part of their extended family. Thank you for the love you have shown us. The Leary, McGinness, and Wagner families.
A candle was posted for MARY KATHLEEN "KAY" McGORRAY.
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Manor Park kids rule
June 22, 2022
A kind and gracious woman if ever there was. Sincere condolences and love to all the family. Norah
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Charlene Jones
June 22, 2022
Dear Julie – You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. It was so nice to have met and talked with your Mom. She was a wonderful person.
A candle was posted for MARY KATHLEEN "KAY" McGORRAY.
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Sally Ann Glenn
June 21, 2022
Kay was truly a beautiful person inside and out. Always very thoughtful and kind. We feel blessed that We had the privilege of knowing her. May she rest in peace. Love, The Glenn's
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Bernadette McCrone
June 21, 2022
Kay was a wonderful and beautiful woman. She was my confidante and one of my best friends. I will miss her dearly. I have great memories from over the years of being with her. May she Rest In Peace.
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