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Cicely McCray Obituary

Cicely McCray Ladson - The relatives and friends of Deaconess Cicely Chapman McCray and those of her husband, Deacon Marreo McCray; those of her children, Arrington McCray, Marreo McCray, Jr. and Tanisha McCray; those of her parents, the late Rev. Dr. Horace Devore Chapman and Ms. Linda Chapman; those of her father & mother-in-law, the late Felix McCray and Dorothy McCray; those of her cousins, Jesse Graham and Gregory & April Williams; and those of her brothers-in-law, Felix M. McCray and Matrell J. McCray are invited to attend her home going service on Saturday, May 11, 2019, 11:00AM at Royal Missionary Baptist Church, 4761 Luella Ave., N. Charleston, SC. Interment will follow at Highland Memory Garden. Deaconess McCray will repose this evening from 6:00PM - 8:00PM at the church for a wake service. Final viewing will take place 1 hour prior to the service on Saturday. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.lowcountrymortuary.com. Funeral arrangements by THE LOW COUNTRY MORTUARY, 1852 E. Montague Ave., N. Charleston, SC 29405; (843) 554-2117. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 9 to May 10, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
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Santhasia Ellerbee

May 3, 2020

Gone, but not forgotten. You are truly missed.

Lauren Law

May 15, 2019

My heartfelt sympathy to the McCray and Chapman families. May our Heavenly Father comfort you during this difficult time and the days ahead.

May 14, 2019

I am deeply shocked of the news of the passing of my sweet daughter and beloved friend. Her love for humanity and kind gestures of support will always be remembered. My prayers will continue to be raised to the Almighty for healing and strength to the family. This angel has been dispersed to another assignment, but her spirit will forever brighten our hearts.
Gwen Benton

May 11, 2019

When we lose a loved one always hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on God for strength, and always remember how much you are loved by your family and friends. Louise, Goose Creek, SC.

Garcia Williams

May 10, 2019

To my sister, Our last monthly meeting of Charleston (SC) Chapter of The Links, Inc. will forever be etched in my memory. I am still feasting on the jelly beans (smiles) . . . prayers to the family McCray and Chapman families, and little Arrington. Cicely was a special spirit whose time on earth was well spent. Sisterly love - your sister in Delta and Links

May 10, 2019

Most sincere sympathies to a wonderful husband, and daughter, mother, and extended family of this wonderful being.
Blessings, and comfort sent at this very difficult time.

Sincerely,
Amy Mitchell-Washington

Angela Simmons

May 10, 2019

My heartfelt condolences to the McCray Family and to the Royal Baptist Church Family. Cicely was an amazing young woman and a wonderful friend. May God's Holy Spirit bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tiffany Young

May 10, 2019

My heartfelt sympathy to the McCray and Chapman family during this difficult time. I pray that God will give your family strength and peace during your grief. I worked with Cicely and she was truly a sweet person, beautiful inside and out! She will be deeply missed.

May 10, 2019

Deacon McCray and family,
This is the hardest thing I have to do saying goodbye to a special person as you was. That smile on my face said it all, I truly will miss that smile.
Family hold on and be Bless , that's an angel who just flew away and you will see her again in the morning. Hold on to each other and be Bless.
Sister Abram @ Charity Baptist
Always In His Name ❤ Much love always

Carol and Santhasia Ellerbee

May 10, 2019

Family Our Prayers and Heartfelt Sympathy are with you and the Family.

May 10, 2019

Condolences to the Chapman and McCray family.
I've known Cicely since High School and she always tried to stay in touch.
Her laugh was simply "unforgettable!"

Ree-Ree
Dayton, Ohio

SHERRICE BYRD-REESE

May 10, 2019

Sending prayers to family. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

Paulette Backmon

May 10, 2019

Condolences from Mr. and Mrs. Paulette and Tim (Melvin) Backmon
and The Gadsden Family

The Counts Family

May 10, 2019

Sending condolences to the McCray and Chapman families! Cicely was a sweet spirit who will be missed by many. Mareo, Arrington,and Mrs. Chapman may your faith sustain you during this difficult time.

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Memorial Events
for Cicely McCray

May

10

Wake

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Royal Missionary Baptist Church

4761 Luella Ave., N. Charleston, SC

May

11

Viewing

10:00 a.m.

Royal Missionary Baptist Church

4761 Luella Ave., N. Charleston, SC

May

11

Service

11:00 a.m.

Royal Missionary Baptist Church

4761 Luella Ave., N. Charleston, SC

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