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KAYS, Margaret Entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 1, 2008, Mrs. Margaret Grayson Kays. She is survived by her son, Christian Kays, mother and father Mr. and Mrs. Alphonso Grayson, Jr., brother, Alphonso Grayson, III, sister, Kathryn Grayson Sanyal. Friends may call FIELDING HOME FOR FUNERALS, 122 Logan Street, Charleston, SC. 722-3348 or 1-800-290-5954. Funeral notice later. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jun. 2, 2008.

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I took dance at Pershing Middle School in Houston Texas.

Elaine Roberts

December 10, 2017

I was in Mrs Kays's dance class at Pershing Middle School in Houston Texas.

Arnold Collins II

June 12, 2008

To the Grayson Family,

I'm so sorry to hear of the lost of Margaret. A most wonderful blessing to the world and a gift to her friends and family. Margaret was a friend whom we all grew up to love and respect. Although she is no longer with us in the physical sense, her spirit will live in us all, eternally. May God grant you the peace for your lost and allow her to look over us all. What a child of God, a daughter to her siblings and mother to her son. Peace be with you all now and forever.

Respectfully. Arnold and family.

Nicole Rodgers (formerly Bryant)

June 11, 2008

I am so sorry to learn of Margaret's passing and even sorrier to be finding out at such a late date. I truly wish God's richest blessings of healing and compassion on your family. Christian is so blessed to have the support of an amazing grandmother, grandfather, aunt, uncle and host of other relatives and friends. I wish that Margaret and I had kept in closer contact but I thought of her and your family on a regular basis and inquired on her any time I had the opportunity through mutual friends. I was so proud of the things I would hear about how she perservered through her battle. Sending you all love, hugs and heartfelt wishes of peace and comfort.

Ty Jones

June 11, 2008

Grayson and Kays Family:
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family. I had the opportunity of meeting Margaret in high school. I remember her smile, big, hearty laugh and her love for dance. She was very much the one to make light of situations. Though we lost touch, I continued to ask about her through mutual friends. When I learned some time back that she was boxing with cancer, I kept her in my prayers regularly. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers. I am sure that her son has the very best of her and may those qualities live on in him in a magnanimous spirit. I always find comfort in these words for all times: “God Makes No Mistakes”.

Mrs. Verna Hamilton

June 10, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Margaret. She and the whole Grayson family have been in my prayers. May the knowledge that she is now in God's hands be a source of comfort to you at this difficult time.

Jenny Brown

June 8, 2008

My cousin Kimberly and Margaret were best friends for life. I remember her from high school. She was a wonderful girl with a beautiful smile. May god bless you during this trying time.

Karen Gilbert

June 8, 2008

To the Grayson family
I was so blessed to have known Margaret. Margaret and I worked at Kelsey Seybold Clinic in Houston. She worked on the 18th floor and I was on the 8th floor. However, when 12:00 noon struck we got together for lunch. We had a good time walking over the bridge in St.Lukes hospital on our way to McDonald's. Margaret had a beautiful smile and a big laugh. She kept my sister and I laughing all the time. She was a caring,kind and funny person that I will cherish in my heart forever. Margaret I know that you are at peace know and you are still smiling. To the family I know that you are going to go through some storms but storms don't last always. There is a brighter side. Just continue to trust in the Lord and he will see you through. Christen your mother's arms will continue to embrace you because she loved you very much! She told me how she played games with you. So Christen when you are playing your games just know that your mother is in your heart.

Bonnie McGhee

June 5, 2008

To the Grayson Family,
Margaret was a remarkable person and she will be missed by all who knew her. We will keep her wonderful spirit alive through our love and memories. We will celebrate her life, strength and bravery. To know her was to be inspired by her. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Margaret Johnson

June 5, 2008

Grayson/Kays Families
My condolences to each of you for the lost of Margaret. She has found her place in Heaven now and will continue a life with God; in health of spirit, mind and body. May her beautiful memory to a blessing to all.

Kimberly Point-Owens

June 5, 2008

To the Family...I share in the condolences from my high school classmates, Class of 1988. I trust that you know that through Christ, we are strengthened. My only hope is that you will continue to trust in him and allow him to comfort you all with fond memories of Margaret. As Margaret and I became friends throughout high school, I can still see us laughing and kidding around on the front lawn of Middleton at luch time. Margaret will always be remembered for her beautiful smile.
John 14:26

Frances E. Jones

June 5, 2008

To The Grayson Family:
Please know that I share in your loss, because my daughter (Vondalyn Hamilton) and Margaret were classmates. The memories of picking them up from school events, and dropping Margaret off at home is still vivid. I know that you will cherish the wonderful thoughts of your amazingly beautiful daughter. God promises, that His Holy Spirit will be with your family during this time. So, cast your cares on Him.

Christopher Gillard

June 5, 2008

My deepest condolences to you all in this time of mourning. You are and have been in my prayers for quite some time now. We lost touch over the years, but I remember Margaret as a kind, warm, caring, and funny person. The kind of person anyone would be proud to have as a friend. I'm sure that as a mother, daughter, and sister, she was also nothing less. I'm so sorry for your loss, and will continue to pray for you all.

Vondalyn Hamilton

June 4, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Grayson and family,
I have so many fun memories of Margaret. I pray that your memories of your beautiful daughter and knowing that she is no longer suffering will help you through this time.
Margaret and I were in the same 5th grade class(Ms. Dodenhoff) at Springfield and we went on through middle and high school together. I can see her smile and hear her laugh;she will be remembered.

I pray God's peace upon you as you celebrate Margaret's life,
Vondalyn Jones-Hamilton

Marlin Burwell

June 4, 2008

2 Corinthians 1:3-6:

The God of All Comfort

3Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. 5For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows.

I pray that you are comforted by the joy and love that you raised Margaret in because it was displayed in her humble life. This is everyone's testimony, she was a pleasure to know.
God Bless and Comfort you all

Emily Richards

June 4, 2008

I am so very sorry for your loss. My family has lived across the street from the Grayson's for twenty three years and they have been dear friends of ours from the first day in Forest Lakes back in 1986. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. It breaks my heart I can't be with you during this difficult time.

Margaret and Ronald Greeene

June 4, 2008

Fonso and family,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Gain some comfort in knowing that she is in a better place.

Mary & Fred BOYD

June 4, 2008

Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.We will always remember Margaret,such a sweet person,full of life & fun.Our daughter Kelly,Kim & Margaret were always best friends & will be forever.Try to remember the good times & help Christian to remember them also.Bless you all

Hilliard Robinson

June 4, 2008

To: The Grayson and Kays Family,

I'm sorry to hear of Margarets passing. You have my deepest sympathy. I have been praying for your comfort and strength throughout her long battle and especially now since her passing. I was fortunate enough to have known Margaret since high school. The last time I saw her was about a year ago in Charleston when we all went out to eat. Her spirit showed no signs of wear or tire. She kept us laughing with that big, eloquent, personality of hers, her unforgettable smile and her amazing ability to tell stories. This is how I'll always remember her. God bless you all. I hope that you can find peace in her newly found freedom. Love, Hilliard Robinson

Quentin Grimes

June 4, 2008

I would like to say that I am deeply sorry. I will keep the Grayson family in my prayers.

Crystal Adams

June 4, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I too remember Margaret from Middleton High School. Please find comfort in knowing that others are praying for your family. May God bless and keep you during this difficult time.

Stephanie Watts

June 3, 2008

To the family: Margaret & I went to middle and high school together. I am very sorry for your loss and the long battle she endured. Please know she will be missed by many; she will always be young and beautiful and she is no longer in any pain. God has taken her home. My sincerest condolences to you all.

Rick, Paige, Carter & Cameron Barrett

June 3, 2008

The Grayson/Kays Family and Christian: Your all in our thoughts and prayers, may God's love give you peace now, and forever.

PAM AND DOUG BLANKENBEKER

June 3, 2008

We are deeply sadden by the news of the end of Margaret's long but brave struggle. Our prayers and love are with each of you during this difficult time. Let it be a comfort to you in knowing we loved Margaret and will miss her. To her family. friends and especially to her son,
Christian - God be with you always.

George Robinson, Jr.

June 3, 2008

Pam and I are truly sorry for your lost. We pray that you are able to trust that all will be fine.

We love you guys and wish only the best for you.

God's speed and love to you both,

George and Pam

Cheryl Glaze

June 3, 2008

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Grayson Family. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. I have kept up with her through the years through,my cousin, Kimberly Rumph. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Raji @ Shirley POlite,Sr

June 3, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Katie Martin Rodwell

June 3, 2008

To the Grayson/Kays family :Please accept my most sincere condolences. Your family will be in my prayers. God Bless

Deadra Murray_Coles

June 3, 2008

Kays and Grayson family.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. Always remember that Gods knows best.

Ewella(Cookie) Lum

June 3, 2008

Fonso,Jenny,Catherine, My deepest sympathy is with you. My prayers are with you and the whole family. Sorry I can't make the funeral, but my spirit is there with all of you.

Cheryl and Ronald Harleston

June 3, 2008

Alphonso and Ginny,

Ronald and I have you in our hearts and minds all of the time, but especially during this period of grief.
I'm certain that your Margaret was as kind and gentle as the two of you.

We love you.

Cheryl and Ronald Harleston

Deborah Lum

June 3, 2008

To the Grayson Family,
You have been in our thoughts and prayers for awhile, and we hope you take comfort in your fond memories of beautiful Margaret.

Peace be with you.

Herman & Deborah Lum

Tanya Nelson Gurrieri

June 3, 2008

On behalf of Middleton High School's Class of 1988 - we extend our deepest sympathy to the Grayson Family. Margaret will be deeply missed at our 20th high school reunion coming up in a few weeks.

Vernon Miller

June 3, 2008

To The Grayson Family,

I went to high school with Margaret and was fortunate enough to become friends with her. She was a great spirit and a joy to be around. We shared the same friends and with that alot of laughs and good times. I was able to keep up with her through our mutual friend network. I was very sad to hear of her passing and will keep her forever in my heart and thoughts. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Jay Hart

June 3, 2008

Grayson Family- My prayers are with you. I am sorry for your loss but know that Margaret is in good hands now and no longer in any pain! I remember Margaret from the days of Springfield elementary school, through middle school at Wallace and Drayton, until we graduated high school together from Middleton. We also knew each other from the neighborhood, Forest Lakes. I can still remember her laugh. She loved to laugh!

Mike & anita Jefferson

June 3, 2008

Dear Grayson Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss of Margaret. We know she is singing with the Angles in Heaven.

Kina Davis

June 3, 2008

To the Grayson Family,

I first met Margaret at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in Houston, Texas where we bonded instantly. We kept in touch over the years and most recently through Paulette. Margaret was a wonderful person with a beautiful soul. She loved her family and God will continue to Bless you. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God makes no mistakes and He only takes the best.

Christian, you were your mommy's heart desire. She will always be in your heart.

Larry Libater

June 3, 2008

Dear Ginny and Family,

I express my deepest condolences on the passing of Margaret. May
G-d be with you at this time and always.

Very Sincerely,

Janet Hamilton

June 3, 2008

What a beautiful person Margaret was. It was not only my pleasure to teach and love Christian but to get to know Margaret. She began as a parent but quickly became a friend. What a wonderful and loving mother she was. Christian came to kindergarten each day dressed so handsomely. Margaret was also a very talented person and Christian has that artistic talent too. Margaret sufferred a long time. She did not want to leave her beautiful Christian and the beautiful family from which she came. It has been my pleasure to get to know her mother, father, and sister also. What kind and lovely people they all are. My heart breaks for each of them and especially Christian because he forever has a place in my heart. We had a great year together. Christian was a great kid in a great class! I know that he will grow to be a man who makes his mother proud. Also, I know that Christian will miss his mother as he grows older but she will always remain in his heart and they will always be a part of one another. Additionally, I know that just as Christian loves to color, his Mom is adding even more beauty and color to God's Heaven. I have no doubt that the arms of Jesus were open wide to greet her upon her arrival. I hope that Christian will have many fond memories of the things he and his Mom did in conjunction with his experiences in kindergarten. Margaret was an active parent who was always willing to help and attended all our functions. We had fun on field trips together and doing lots of other things! I loved your beautiful mother Christian and I will love you forever too! I hope I will see you one day soon. Please come see me whenever you want or need to do so. I was your teacher and now I am forever your friend too. I love you and your family Christian.

Lanard & Edith Geddings

June 3, 2008

To The Grayson Family,
May God grant you peace and comfort, knowing that she is in a better place with Him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, please accept my Deepest Sympathies. May God continue to Bless each of you!

The Vikings

June 3, 2008

Our sympathy and condolences are with you at this most difficult time. We hope that you will find comfort in the memories that you have shared with your beloved Margaret. We Love you All!

Nicky,Julie,Sylvia & Family

June 2, 2008

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

Karen Izzi

June 2, 2008

To all the Grayson Family:

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I'm happy that I got to know Margaret - what an inspiration she always was to me and what a beautiful person inside and out. She is at peace now, and may God bless you all with peace as well.

With love and my deepest sympathy,

Karen Izzi

Chantel Palmer

June 2, 2008

To the Grayson Family
I did't know Maragret but I knew her mother and she always spoke so highly of her I would like to extend my condolsence to the family and friends of Mrs Margaret Kays. May god be with you in your time of sorrow and hurt. Love you Mrs. Grayson

Kelly McGhee

June 2, 2008

Grayson Family,
Margaret will live on as my inspiration forever. Throughout all of her struggles, up until the very end I never saw her lose hope or faith. One could only hope to be as strong as she was...I feel blessed to have had such a wonderful friend and every memory I have of her is one that makes me smile and laugh...I could fill volumes. I will always keep Christian and your family in my prayers.

Carol Hutchinson

June 2, 2008

To Ginny and family,
May your memories bring you comfort.
Memory is a special place in our heart where we can find comfort in the treasured thoughts of those we hold dear.
Remember God will take care of you and give you rainbows after the storm.
Thinking of you with sympathy.

Carol

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