WOODROW WILSON HIGH SCHOOL Alumni
PORTLAND, OREGON
MILITARY SPOTLIGHT
ALLAN W. GRAY (WILSON TEACHER, COACH) DECEASED
WWII US ARMY
Allan Williamson Gray passed away on January 6, 2017 at the age of 89. He was born on August 29, 1927 and was a former Math, Wrestling and Football Coach at Wilson. Allan was born in Portland, Oregon, one of seven children to William and Eliza (Duncan) Gray. Following his service in the Army during WWII, Allan earned his master’s degree at Oregon State University. He wrestled and played football through a scholarship for the Beavers. He taught for 5 years in the Salem area before returning to Portland. There he taught math at Woodrow Wilson High School for 29 years. He loved coaching football and wrestling. Allan worked as a geologist during the summer months. During retirement, Allan began a second career in the insurance business. There was a Celebration of Life on Jan. 27, 2017 at The Aerie at Eagle Landing, 10220 SE Causey Ave, Happy Valley, Oregon 97086. A Memorial service with the extended family will be held at Willamette National Cemetery.