Kenneth R. Gray, 78, of Salem, Oregon, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1947, in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Kenneth dedicated his life to public service as a Firefighter and Fire Chief in both Klamath Falls and on the Umatilla Indian Reservation. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Dea Gray; Son Brian Gray (Spouse Danne) Grandchildren; Macy, Jake, Molly Gray; Daughter, Marci Oppelt (Spouse Eric) Grandchildren Alexis, Aaron Oppelt; Brothers John Gray and Bill Gray. He was preceded in death by Father, John Gray; Mother, Darlene Gray; Brother Gary Gray. At Kenneth's request, no memorial service will be held. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a charitable contribution to the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research, 320 W Ohio St. Suite 300, chicago, IL 60654.