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HOUSTON - Happy 100th birthday to Houstonian Galveston Grays!

Grays, a distinguished World War II veteran in the U.S. Army and a retiree of the United States Postal Service, celebrates his 100th birthday on Nov. 24.

Galveston Grays at Veteran’s Affairs office

Galveston Grays at Aloha day at his retirement home

Grays in the 50s with wife and a few of his 13 children

Letter from President Biden in honor of Galveston Grays birthday

He married his wife, Bonnell Grays, and went on to have a large and loving family including 10 sons and three daughters, with 33 grandchildren, 55 great-grandchildren, and 15 great-great-grandchildren.

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WWII veteran Galveston Grays honored by mayor

Mayor of Pearland, Kevin Cole, declared November 24, 2023 "Galveston Grays Day" in honor of World War II veteran Galveston Grays 100th birthday! (Courtesy of Beverly McGriff)

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The family man enjoys simple pleasures, such as fishing in the waters of Galveston and spending quality time with friends. His commitment to the community continues as an active participant in ministry activities at the Blessed Hope Baptist Church.

Mayor of Pearland, Kevin Cole, declared Nov. 24, 2023, Galveston Grays Day just days before.

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