Virginia Jean Gray

April 8, 1930 - July 2, 2018

Virginia Jean Gray was given the gift of life on April 8, 1930 and entered into eternal life on July 2, 2018. She passed away peacefully at her home in Houston, Texas surrounded by her family. Virginia had a passion for life. She was always present with love and wisdom for her family and friends who always came first in her life. She profoundly enriched the lives of all who knew her. Fun in the sun and time at the beach were some of her favorite past times. This led her to meet her future husband Paul at a beach party. During their married life they moved from Coast to Coast to Coast and made many wonderful friends. She had a passion and flair for cooking and entertaining. She loved to travel and to plan trips for her and Paul. Virginia (Mom, Meme) was also the rock of our family. She is the one who brought us together for family reunions, holidays, birthdays, and for no reason at all! She was a beautiful person inside and out. She remained positive, caring, and kind despite life's trials. She was always thankful of her blessings in life. We have post-it notes written in her hand reading, "We have had a wonderful life." Her beautiful smile and the twinkle in her eyes will be fondly remembered and forever in our hearts. Virginia was born in San Diego, California. Virginia is preceded in death by her parents Charles (Eugene) and Emma Freeman, loving husband Paul of 61 years, her brother Richard Eugene Freeman, and her grandchildren Paul and Sarah Beck. She is survived by her two daughters Janet & Steve Beck, Pamela and Craig Fink, two Granddaughters Anna Beck and partner Laura Lawler, Katie and Brandon Jennings, and two Great Grandchildren Micah & Uriah Jennings. In Celebration of her life, a Memorial Service will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, July 7th at Dettling Funeral Home 14094 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079, with a reception to follow. She will later join her beloved husband at Cypressview in San Diego, California. In Lieu of flowers the family asks donations be made in Virginia’s name to the American Cancer Society, the Alzheimer's Association or your favorite charity.