Phyllis Elaine Bray
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Phyllis Elaine Bray, a loving mother, devoted grandmother, and cherished friend, who left this world on July 18, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family, at the age of 84. Born on April 19, 1941, in Edmonton, Kentucky, Phyllis lived a life rich in kindness and nurturing warmth that touched the hearts of everyone around her.
Known affectionately as ‘Nana’ to many children who were not her own, Phyllis embraced each with open arms and an abundance of love. She delighted in the simple pleasures of life, whether it was tending to her flowers, watching her favorite soap operas, or proudly canning her famous ‘Nana beans.’ She was a beloved and dedicated member of the Claxton Church of Christ, where her faith and generosity radiated throughout her community.
Phyllis is preceded in death by her parents, Maurice and Lula Edwards, as well as three sisters and four brothers.
Left to cherish her memory her husband, C.G. Bray of Claxton; sons, Stephen Bray of Rota, Spain and Daniel Bray (Jessica) of Clinton; daughters, Cheryl Evans (Steve) of Clinton and Laura Rose (Matthew) of Powell; grandchildren, Whitney McCreary (Danny), Lanye Murphy (Jonathan), Amanda White (Aaron), Katie Conner (Zac), Ethan Bray, and Caroline Bray; great-grandchildren, Hunter Wells, Kynzlee Kaucher, Madeline Murphy, Jaxson White, and Hayes White; brother, Dennis Edwards of Edmonton, Kentucky.
Serving as pallbearers: Stephen Bray, Daniel Bray, Hunter Wells, Ethan Bray, Matthew Rose, and Steve Evans; honorary pallbearers, Jaxson and Hayes White.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Danielle of Amedisys Hospice for the compassionate care she provided during Phyllis’s final journey.
The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 pm on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Claxton Church of Christ. Her Celebration of Life will be 11:00 am-12:00 pm, Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Claxton Church of Christ with Tim Forlines officiating. The doors at the church will open at 10:30 am. Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is responsible for all arrangements. Holleygamble.com
