Patsy Ruth Gray

Patsy Ruth Horton Gray, 92, passed away on November 11, 2022, in Mount Ida, Arkansas at her home, surrounded by family. She was born in Coleman County, Texas on May 22, 1930.

She was the oldest of nine children born to Homer Horton, Sr. and Amy Sanders Horton. As a child, Patsy helped care for her younger siblings and often worked with her family in the cotton fields. All her life, she loved babies and children and was a hard worker.

She married Marion Norrell (MN) Gray in June of 1949. They had two daughters. She was a homemaker for much of her life. She owned and operated Gray’s Bait Shop for 19 years and then volunteered at the Montgomery County Nursing Home Auxiliary Thrift Store for over 20 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, two brothers and her husband. She is survived by her daughters Lori (Tom) Overstreet of Borger, Texas and Sharon (Kevin) Carmack of Mount Ida, Arkansas, one brother: David Horton of Lake Brownwood, Texas, two sisters: Sadie Wood of Coleman, Texas and Linda Gober of Brownwood, Texas, five grandchildren: Patti Brown, Rory Brown Jr., Kaitlin Carmack, Mark Carmack and Jordan Carmack and seven great-grandchildren.

Patsy loved her family and friends fiercely and treasured spending time with them. As she was known for her sharp, quick wit and sense of humor, these get-togethers always included much laughter. She also loved needlework and was known for her beautiful and delicate doilies. Other hobbies included tending her flowers and roses and playing Scrabble and word games, at which she excelled. All of her grandchildren called her MeMaw, and so did their friends. She was a well-loved member of the community who frequently volunteered for good causes.

Hers was a full life, well-lived and well-loved.

Visitation will be Sunday, November 13, 2022, 4:00-6:00 pm, at Thornton Funeral Home Chapel in Mount Ida, Arkansas. Service will be Monday, November 14, 2022, 10:00 am at the Methodist Church in Mount Ida, burial will be at Big Fir Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Thornton Funeral Service in Mt. Ida. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com