Thomas E. Gray

MARBLEHEAD - Thomas E. Gray, 82, of Marblehead, peacefully passed away with his family by his side on Monday March 24, 2025, at the Franciscan Hospice House, University Place, Washington following a lengthy illness. Tom was a devoted husband of Elaine M. Gray with whom he shared 46 years of marriage.

He was born in Marblehead, the son of Myrtle (Harris) Gray and Elmer Gray, graduated from Marblehead High School in 1961. He also attended North Shore Community College and Boston University. Tom was employed by The Biltrite Corporation as an accountant and comptroller. Tom had a passion for Marblehead and truly loved his town, he spent his time researching and discussing local history, which led to him authoring “The Founding of Marblehead”. In 2021 Tom left Marblehead to move to Gig Harbor Washington to be closer to his family. Tom, also known as Papa, had a passion/love for his two grandchildren and spent all of his time being a proud grandfather. Tom loved to travel, especially to England, Canada, Switzerland and Italy.

He is survived by his son Joshua W. P. Gray and his wife Kimberly of Gig Harbor, Washington. He was a beloved grandfather of Hailey C. Gray and Kaitlyn E. Gray. Tom is predeceased by his two brothers Reverend Richard W. Gray and Robert W. Gray

His funeral will begin from Eustis & Cornell of Marblehead, 142 Elm Street at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 29th, followed by a Funeral Service at Old North Church, 35 Washington Street, Marblehead at 11:00 a.m. and Burial at Waterside Cemetery, Marblehead. In lieu of flowers contributions in Tom's memory may be made via www.boystown.org. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com.