Its been many years since I have seen Kim or Tim. I was shocked to discover Kim's passing.  The person I knew had a great personality. I am sorry for the family's loss. Regards.

I have just now found out about this loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the McCray family.

Tim & Tim, we were deeply saddened to hear of Kim’s passing.  I'll bet that she's spreading that infectious smile of hers around in a better place right now.  Please know that you guys will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

I was sad to read about Kim's passing.  I got to know her when I insured her business a few years ago.  She was so kind and gracious that she invited me to her home to meet.  I could tell that she loved her family very much.  I am so sorry for your loss.

Tim I am so sorry to hear of your loss
I thought she was so sweet anytime I walked in colonial sun she was like a ray of sunshine,an I am so sorry for your son I also spoke to him an told him how much he looked like his father,you an your family are in my prayer's,an again I am truly sorry for your loss.

sincerely, Karen Spencer Compton.

Tim and family,
 We are sorry for your loss.May God 
bless you.You are in our prayers.
Bob and Joanne Donaldson

I thank God for Kim. During these past few weeks I visited Kim at the hospital we discovered that we were Sisters in Christ. We prayed, read Psalms 23, we shared God's word and now Praise God she is now in the arms of Jesus! Kim your memory will live forever in my heart and just as you said everytime I feel a warm breeze it would be you, I do look forward to those warm breezes.I pray your family finds comfort in knowing, Heaven has a NEW ANGEL!!!!!! I love you and I will miss you!!!  Shirley Welch  Blountville, TN

tim and little tim , i am so sorry for your loss . just know in your heart she is lookin down and smilin that wonderful SMILE she always had on her face .my thoughts and prayers are with you .MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND BE WITH YOU !      STACY WEIBERG ,gray,tn

Our hearts are broken to hear of Kim's passing.  She will be truly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.  Kim always made you smile; no matter what the circumstances.  She always had something positive to say and when asked how she was doing she always responded with "I'm blessed".  Kim, you are blessed and your memories always will be a blessing to those who knew you.  Tim and Lil Tim, we will keep you and your family in our prayers.

I met Kim many years ago when she bought Colonial Sun & have been one of her customers for years. Kim was a Great person. Always happy, always loving & kind. She had the most beautiful smile. She never treated anyone as a customer, she treated us as Friends. I remember Tim growing up at the business. Kim was such a devoted Mother. She loved her family dearly. Kim has touched so many lives & will be greatly missed. You are in my thoughts & prayers as you go through this most difficult time. I pray that God will comfort you & give you peace knowing that Kim is in heaven with our Lord & Savior & is Free from all the suffering she endured. Hold on to the fact that her parting is only temporary & you will see her again. She will be waiting there for you with open arms.

To David & Cookie & Family,
We are so sorry about your loss.  Our loss is her gain. Happy with the Lord.
Love, Harry & Joyceann

"Big" Tim and "Little" Tim,

I am so sorry for your loss! Me and my mother Monica have been coming to Colonial Sun for quite a few years now, and my step-dad James, has been coming to CS from the very beginning! He was one of Kim's "Smoke buddies" and loved her dearly! Kim treated everyone like family and we will always consider her part of the Murray-Wolfe family! Kim was quite possibly the sweetest person I have ever known in the 20 years of my life! Her kindness & hospitality touched many people across the Tri-Cities, & she always did anything for anyone that she cared about, & always managed to make you smile, no matter what! Colonial Sun will not be the same without Kim, but nonetheless her legacy will live on for years to come! She was stronger than any of us will ever be, & I have learned from her that no matter what struggles you are facing, & no matter what pain is troubling you, stay positive, & live your life like today was your last! Kim is a true hero in my book, & she will be dearly missed! She's now in the best place anyone could ever be, Heaven! There's no pain, no suffering, just eternal peace & happiness! We will all be there with Kim one day, & it will be truly amazing! Kim McCray has gotten her wings, & is now a beautiful Angel of God, watching over every last one of us! R.I.P. sweet little Kim!

My entry did not seem to go in, so I want to try again. Kim was a very special person. She was so nice to everyone. I really wish I had seen her before this happened. I am so sorry for that. I wish I had not been in North Carolina so long, if not I would have spent a lot more time with family. I am still having problems visiting people sense my wife passed away. Losing your spouse is the hardest thing you can ever go through. I will be praying for her husband.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.We know it will never be the same without her.. May God Bless.. Cathy& Jim Parker

So sorry to hear of Kim's passing. It was always such a delight to go tanning, Kim always made it feel like you were going to visit family. She was a true American business owner, she knew eveyone by name & would always ask about your family & how you were doing. The world has lost a great person, but she has earned her wings in Heaven. My prayers go out to her loving husband & son during this difficult time.

I am so sorry that this happened. She
was a very nice and special person. I
would give anything if I had know she
was having problems. I would really like to have seen her.

I GREW UP ON THE SAME STREET W/KIM AND AM SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF HER PASSING.IT SEEMS LIKE JUST YESTERDAY WE ALL WERE KIDS AND NEIGHBORS,.HOW THE TIME FLIES AND NOW WE MUST SAY GOODBYE TO A LIFELONG FRIEND.I OFFER MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES,I WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN MY PRAYERS THAT THE GOOD LORD WILL OFFER YOU COMFORT AND HELP YOU TO HOLD ONTO THE MEMORIES ALWAYS.ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS,BOBBY,KRISTI MATTHEW JONES

"A sunset on earth is a sunrise in Heaven".  We embrace you tenderly with our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow,but may the precious memories you have help.  Kim is still smiling-----------Clara & Jim Scott

   Tim and Tim, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Kim always had a smile and a hug when I came to tan or stop by and say Hi. Kim was beautiful inside and out and always treated everyone as a friend when you came in to tan. She will be deeply missed by many, and I am glad to call her my friend. God Bless you and all your family... Lisa Tunnell (Colonial Heights)

We wanted to let ya know we love you all and are thinking of you're family.

Kim and I were cousins by birth but we grew up more like brother & sister and best friends. My little sister when she needed looking out for and my big sister when I didn't know where to turn.  Always there for me no matter what.  All the great times growing up together will be remembered as the best days of my life.  I love you sis'.    -Tony (aka: Luther)

Sorry for your loss,I know she will be missed by many,as she was loved by many. The family of Sommer and Chelsey Williams.

Tim and Lil Tim: I am devastated, I have lost one of my very best friends. As you all know, Kim and I have been friends since she first opened Colonial Sun in its' original location. The last conversation she and I had she told me that she still had every card I had given her during her battle with breast cancer "all two-hundred plus of them" she said. She never failed to tell me she loved me every time I seen her and when I would ask how she was doing, she would always say, "I am blessed." NEVER did I hear her complain, NEVER did she let ANYTHING get the best of her. She was an amazing woman, a friend to all, and her spirit will forever live in our hearts. My world won't be the same without her but I know that she is flying high above, with her golden wings, looking down on us. What a great loss we have all suffered. There will never be another individual to take her place in the lives of many. Many hearts are broken but the memories will forever live. Love to you both and stay strong for each other, Kim would have it no other way. My deepest sympathy to you guys and your families. RIP my sweet friend, I love you.

Heaven has truly gained an Angel. Kim was loved by everyone, she never met a stranger. I can truly say from the years that I knew her that each and every girl that worked for her truly came away from it with a life lesson they will be able to cherish for the rest of their lives. Kim was "momma" to everyone. Robin Johnson

I remember Kim from High School, She always had a smile on her face.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tim Daniels
Daniel Boone class of 1984

Tim and "Little" Tim,
I am so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. She was an angel to my children and me.  She made everyone feel special from her heart and soul. Mark and I thought the world of her and both of you. Heaven must be rejoicing with her beautiful presence today. We are here for both of you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.  
With love,
Mark, Kim, Tanner, and Cierra Hodge

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.  May your memories bring you comfort.

Kim Dawn was a very special cousin to me. I will miss her deeply and cherish her. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time but remember her special smile and sweet personality. She will never leave us.

WE ARE SORRY TO LOSE KIM AND WE KNOW YOU ALL WILL BE LOST WITH OUT HER.BUT SHE WILL ALLWAYS BE WITH US.IT WILL BE HARD FOR EVERYONE.ALL OF YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYS.WE LOVE AND LOVED HER DEARLY. FROM KATHY,CINDY,KENNY.

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Kimberly Dawn Tipton McCray

July 29, 1966 – February 25, 2010

East Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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