Stephen A. Gray, age 75, of York, passed away on April 10, 2025, at Bryan West Hospital in Lincoln. A proud Army veteran of the Vietnam War and a Purple Heart recipient, Stephen served his country with bravery and honor. His life was marked by his love for his family, friends and his passions.
Steve had a lifelong love for classic cars and found great joy in attending car shows and connecting with fellow enthusiasts. More than anything, he cherished the time spent with his loved ones.
He was preceded in death by his father, Earl Duane Gray; his mother, Rosemarie Stephenson; his sisters, Nancy Janzen, Deb Gowan (brother in-law Stephen Gowan), and Jackie Dickes; and his brother, John Stephenson.
Stephen is survived by his former wife, Becky Gray; former wife Joan Ransom; brother in-law Paul Janzen; sister in-law, Angie Stephenson; children, Jennifer Green (Jeremy Long), Amanda Rekasis (Thomas Rekasis), Matthew Gray (Lindsey Cody) and Sarah Gray; his grandchildren, Dustin (Giselle), Cole (Madison), Zachary (D’ariana), Michele, Major, Franklin, Harper, Hadley and Baker; and his great grandchildren, Jayden, Eden and Sophia; and many other extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 pm, Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at Metz Chapel in York. Inurnment with military honors will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, east of York. Steve has been cremated. No viewing. However, signing of his book and visitation will be held on Tuesday from 1-8 pm, with his family greeting friends from 6-7 pm that evening at the mortuary. Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation.