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William Hall Grey III

January 10, 1963 - September 16, 2023
Visitation
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown
639 North Main Steet
Greenville, SC 29601
Sunday 9/24, 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Memorial
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown
639 North Main Steet
Greenville, SC 29601
Sunday 9/24, 2:30 pm

William “Bill” Hall Grey, III, 60, husband of Melissa “Missy” McAfee Grey, passed away on Saturday, September 16,2023.

Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late William Hall Grey Jr. and Motte Grey.

Bill graduated from J.L. Mann High School in 1981. He played football under Coach Bill Utsey. His teammates became his lifelong friends. He attended Presbyterian College where he played football and graduated from Winthrop College where he was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity.  Being part of the SigEp brotherhood were some of his most cherished moments.

He worked in the Office Automation Industry for 35 years.  He never knew a stranger and could start a conversation with anyone, and that’s what made him so good in sales.  He loved to cook and entertain for friends and family. He always wanted to continue the special family traditions his parents had started with his Sunday Suppers and the holiday get togethers.

Bill was a big Clemson Tiger fan! He loved doing tailgates with friends and family and driving the “Grey Shuttle” to the games! He was an early riser, and expected everyone to leave early.

He is survived by his wife of 37 years and sons, William Hall Grey IV (Carlon) and Jayson Hall Wolcott (Meg); his sisters, Carol Jones (Fred) and Janice Grey; his uncle, Tommy Grey (Phillip); his sister-in-laws,  Martha McAfee and Mary Rohaley; his brother-in-law, Charles McAfee; and mother-in-law, Toni McAfee. He adored his nieces and nephews, Ashley Patrick, Blake Hinton (Elaina), Anna Grey, Jack Rohaley, Charlie Rohaley, and Emma Rohaley.

Bill is predeceased by his parents and sister, Julie Grey Kernodle.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 24, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown with the memorial service to follow at 2:30 p.m.

Friends are encouraged to share their favorite memories of Bill with the family by clicking on the button labeled “Leave A Message, Share A Memory” below.

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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown
639 North Main Steet
Greenville, SC 29601
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Sunday 9/24, 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown
639 North Main Steet
Greenville, SC 29601
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Sunday 9/24, 2:30 pm

William “Bill” Hall Grey, III, 60, husband of Melissa “Missy” McAfee Grey, passed away on Saturday, September 16,2023. Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late William Hall Grey Jr. and Motte Grey. Bill graduated from J.L. Mann High School in 1981. He played football under Coach Bill Utsey. His teammates became hisContinue Reading

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Much love, Susan and Mark Stubley left a message on September 24, 2023:
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Amy Gresham Hammant and family left a message on September 23, 2023:
Thinking of you all. Lifting you up in prayer.
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Amy Gresham Hammant left a message on September 23, 2023:
I’m so sorry to hear about Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Julie, Kevin and Nicole Kitchens left a message on September 23, 2023:
Sent with love and remembrance.
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Allison & Glenn Fritz left a message on September 23, 2023:
Love and prayers for you all.
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Allison & Glenn Fritz left a message on September 23, 2023:
Sending love and prayers to you all during this difficult time. We will miss Bill dearly and will always cherish the fond memories we have. As Bill would say, "Go Tigers!"
Scott & Nancy Theys left a message on September 22, 2023:
Dear Missy,Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
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Jamie Ferry left a message on September 22, 2023:
Our deepest sympathies and prayers.
Dana Russell and Fran Hasty Cooper left a message on September 21, 2023:
Always in our hearts and prayers.
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The Rubenstein Family left a message on September 21, 2023:
With our Deepest Sympathies
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Don & Vicki Rubenstein left a message on September 21, 2023:
We were so saddened to hear of Bill's sudden passing. Sending our sympathies to your entire family at this difficult time.
Elizabeth Rose left a message on September 20, 2023:
May your soul be filled with love and light, and sweet memories fill the hearts of family and friends. My deepest condolences and prayers.
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Anonymous left a message on September 20, 2023:
Missy, so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Will remember all the great times with Bill.
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Love, Ray and Julie Hershey left a message on September 19, 2023:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Dean Kelly left a message on September 18, 2023:
Bill was a Friend to all. Every Single Patriot will remember coach Peake calling Bill “Big Bill Bruno!” As well as Steve Vaughn and everyone else trying to do their best Coach Peake imitation of Big Bill Bruno! Bill had the envy of many for having Missy (his best friend and wife) by his side almost always!, and a beautiful family!! We all love Big Bill Bruno!! Dean
Catharon Peck-Hounchell left a message on September 18, 2023:
Your in my thoughts and prayers. You are strong! Time is the only thing at this point. You are in prayers!
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Shane Kimbell left a message on September 18, 2023:
RIP Bill Grey I'm just in shock, we were just laughing and planning on the next outing. You will be remembered for never meeting a stranger and for always being able to have fun. You will truly be missed big man. Gone way too soon. Continued Prayers for the family and friends.
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Shane & Mark left a message on September 18, 2023:
Missy you and the family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Our hearts are breaking with you. With all our love.
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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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