Herbert V. Cray, 82, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24, 2014 in St. Louis, MO.

Herb is survived by his sister Suzanne Korte of Las Vegas, NV; four children: Charles Michael Cray of Fayetteville, TN, Christine Cray Johnson of Aurora, IL, Anthony Cray of New Melle, MO, & Daniel Cray of St Louis, MO; fifteen grandchildren: Scott Cray, Michelle Baker, Rodhika Ingram (Cray), Justin Cray, Kenny Cray, Alexandria Cray, Anna Cray, Danny Cray, Sydney Cray, Riley Cray, Niko Cray, Lily Cray, Jennifer Johnson, Jeremy Johnson, & Candace Johnson; and several great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 40 years Dorothy M Cray (McNeely) in 2001, and two sons, Herbert Cray III in 2001 and Kenneth Cray in 1991. Herb was a loving father, husband, grandfather, uncle, and friend to all.

Herb spent the majority of his working life in the restaurant business, most notably as maitre d’ at Tony’s, a St Louis landmark. He retired in 2000 and soon after was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Herb spent the rest of his years enjoying a good meal while visiting with family & friends. At his request, his body has been donated to Washington University School of Medicine. The family will hold a private service.