Ramona Lee Gray, affectionately known as "Killa," of Petersburg, Virginia, entered eternal rest on June 25, 2026. Born on March 18, 1943, Ramona lived a life defined by strength, love, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family. Her presence brought comfort, wisdom, and stability to all who knew her.

Ramona proudly served as a Civil Service employee at the Defense General Supply Center, dedicating many years of reliable and committed service before retiring. Her strong work ethic, discipline, and dedication earned the respect of everyone who worked alongside her.

Ramona was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who embraced each role with pride and joy. Her family was her heart, and she poured into them with patience, guidance, and unconditional love. She was their steady foundation, trusted voice of reason, and gentle source of strength.

A woman of remarkable mental fortitude, Ramona faced life's challenges with courage and dignity. Independent, resourceful, and determined, she moved through life with confidence and purpose. To her friends, she was a loyal and trusted companion—offering support without judgment and love without hesitation.

Ramona was preceded in death by her mother, Rosa Lee Williams; her father, Nathaniel Williams, Sr.; her sister, Julia Ann Gregory; her brothers, Nathaniel Gray and Robert Williams; and her beloved cousin, Marjorie Walton.

She is survived by her four children: Raynard Williams, Lynn White (Carson), Kerry Gray (Laura), and Kirk Gray (Kristi).

She leaves a loving legacy through her grandchildren, Deon Gray, Troy Gray, Londay White, Nileketa Gray, Shakar Gray, Kylah Gray, Jaden Gray, Justin Thaxton, Devin Thaxton, She'Nard Wilson, and Raynard Wilson.

Ramona is also survived by her five sisters, Cheryl Williams, Yolanda Williams, Claytonia Williams, Shelia Williams, and Joanne Williams of Baltimore; her two brothers, Nathaniel Williams, Jr. and Herman Williams; six nieces, Pamela Gray, Cheryl Jones, Sherri Jones, Terri Brooks, Darlene Bates, and Lawanda Fuller; six nephews, Ryan Williams, Wayne Madison, Jermaine Brooks, Shawn Brooks, Don Brooks, and Demar Brooks; and five cousins, Reverend Rayaltor B. Powell, Mildred Woods, Michele Lee Barksdale, Beverly Bridgeforth, and John "Bubba" Lee. She also leaves behind her best friend, Barbara Ann Davis.

She also leaves a host of great grandchildren, extended family members, and friends who loved her dearly and will forever cherish her memory.

Guided by faith, compassion, and quiet inner strength, Ramona lived with humility, generosity, and grace. Her legacy of love, resilience, and unity will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

Ramona will be deeply missed yet forever remembered.

Romans 8:28
"And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose."

Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Friday, July 3, 2026, at Third Baptist Church, 550 Farmer Street, Petersburg, Virginia, the Rev. Dr. Kassandra Bullock, Pastor, and Rev. Shawn Brooks, eulogist. The interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery.

A wake will be held from 7:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the funeral establishment.

J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Watch the funeral services live online on our J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. Facebook page or click here to view: https://vimeo.com/event/6031149?fl=so&fe=fs