Obey, McKinley Gray, affectionately known as “Obie”, “BabeBro’s,” life begun on December 3, 1962.
He was the youngest son of the late Irene Evelyn Harris Gray and Obiedie McKenly Gray of Williamsburg, Virginia. Obey was also preceded in death by his brothers, Frank, Albert, Carl, Benjamin and Curtis Ray; and sisters, Evelyn Gloria Walker Jackson and Dorothy Walker Jenkins.
At an early age, Obey accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior and was baptized at Oak Grove Baptist Church, on Waller Mill Road, in Williamsburg, Virginia. Obey was educated in the Williamsburg/James City County Public Schools. He was employed by IHOP for many years before being employed by Berret’s Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill.
Obey will be lovingly remembered for his energetic spirit, high-energy personality, and the lively presence he brought wherever he went. His energy was unmistakable, and his memory will continue to bring smiles to those who knew and loved him.
Left behind to cherish precious memories are his son, Antionne Moore; his sister, Lacanis Gray (Kurt) of Newport News, Virginia; two brothers, James Walker and George Walker (Sharon) both of Williamsburg, Virginia; aunt, Cora Gray; uncle, Clinton “Frank” Gray; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and caring friends.
A service to celebrate Obey’s life will be held at Noon on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, with a viewing beginning at 11:00 a.m.
