Frederick Barclay Gray
POLSON – Frederick Barclay Gray, 67, of Polson, and Mesa, Arizona, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2015, at his son’s home.
He was born Oct. 3, 1947, in Marlborough, Massachusetts, to Charles and Carolyn Gray, and spent his childhood in Stow, Massachusetts. After high school graduation he attended Nichols College for two years and then enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served his enlistment in Fairbanks, Alaska. Upon his honorable discharge as an E5 Staff Sergeant, he attended the University of Alaska, Fairbanks.
On Aug. 26, 1972, Fred and Rose Marie (Loveless) Gray were united in marriage. They divorced in 1977; re-married on Nov. 26, 1980, and again divorced on Oct. 14, 2014. To this union were born Jason (1974) and Janene (1975).
Jobs throughout his lifetime included: police officer, airport security/rescue, gold miner, cowboy, dam manager, and golf course ranger.
Survivors include his ex-wife, Rose Marie of Lima, Montana; son, Jason Gray of Polson; daughter, Janene (Steve) Love of Charlo; four grandchildren; brothers, Steve and Tim; sisters, Rhonda and Pam, and all their families in Massachusetts.
Private services will be held in Lima, Montana. We ask that you make a donation to the charity of your choice in honor of Dad. May he rest in peace.
Memories and condolences may be sent to family at www.thelakefuneralhomeandcrematory.
Arrangements are under the direction of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
