Ossie Gay, 79, of New Haven, departed this life September 16, 2007. He was the husband of Mable Gay.
Born March 14, 1928 in Hancock County, GA, he was the son of the late Prince and Ollie Gay.
Prior to retiring, Mr. Gay was employed at the V.A. Medical Center.
In addition to his wife, he leaves to cherish his memory, sons, Ossie, Jr. (Lavonne), Anthony, and Nathaniel Gay (Tanisha), Miles, Bobby and Charles Hines; a daughter, Diane Gay (Ronald A. Jones); brothers, Willie and Andrew Gay; a sister, Annie G. Hall; 17 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was predeceased by several brothers and sisters.
A celebration of Mr. Gay's life and legacy will be held Friday, September 21, 2007, at 11:00 AM at Macedonia Church, 184 Butler St., New Haven. Friends may call at the church from 10:00-11:00 AM. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
