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GRAY - Billy Frank Thompson 79 of Gray, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at his residence. He was born in Kingsport to the late Frank and Ethel Thompson and has been a lifelong resident of the area. Billy served his country in the Army before going to work for Giant Grocery Store for over 29 years and later retired from White’s Fresh Foods after 16 years.

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