Ralph Gray, 94, of Fremont, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

Ralph was born in 1931. He spent the years of his youth in Illinois. As an adult, he served his country proudly in the US Army and retired from the military with over 20 years of service. He rose to a position as a field-grade officer. He married Patricia in 1953. Together they enjoyed 65 years of marriage. She preceded him in death several years ago.

Ralph enjoyed small-town life. He liked hunting, fishing, shooting, and staying active. His time in the military took him all over the country and occasionally overseas. He especially enjoyed Alaska. Ralph eventually settled into retirement in Fremont, where he relished living for more than 3 decades.

Ralph was a strong-willed, generous, caring man who will be deeply missed.

He is survived by: his two sons, 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will take place at 2pm on Friday, June 12, 2026 at Crandell Funeral Home 7193 W 48th Street Fremont, MI 49412. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the start of the service.