John Robert Grayson

John Robert Grayson (Bob), 86, a man of integrity, passed away on Wednesday, December 14, 2011, in Kingwood, TX. He was born on May 22, 1925, in Monroe, LA, to Robert Lee and Jonnie Grayson. He enlisted in the US Navy at age 17, and served in Southeast Asia as a communications specialist (SACO) during WWII. After the war's end, he enrolled at Louisiana Tech, graduating with degrees in business and engineering. In 1948, Bob began his successful career with International Paper Company in Springhill, Louisiana. In 1949, he had business at a bank where he met a beautiful, red-haired teller with whom he fell in love. He and Mary were married July 21, 1950, and made their home in Springhill.

In 1951, the Navy recalled him due to the Korean War. Upon return to civilian life, he resumed his career with International Paper Company. When he was promoted to Regional Manager, Container Division, the family moved to Forest Cove (Kingwood) in 1967 and became members of Forest Cove Baptist Church (Second Baptist).

Words fall short in describing how greatly Bob was loved and esteemed by family and friends, and how much he deserved to be. He was honorable, intelligent, well-informed, always responsible, and taught his children to "stand for something." We hope you continue to see the influence of his life through ours.

Bob is survived by Mary, his wife of 61 years; sons Stephen (Ellen), James (Susan), John (Teresa) and daughter Mary Ann; grandchildren Matthew, Mark, Benjamin, Brett, Mason and Emma; great-grandson Adam; and his beloved sister Mrs. Elaine Nix. Bob leaves behind many proud and loving nieces, nephews, cherished friends and in-laws, especially Jim and Christa Slack of Forest Cove.

A visitation will be held Monday, December 19, 2011 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Kingwood Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 20, 2011 in the chapel of Kingwood Funeral Home with burial following at Rosewood Cemetery in Porter, Texas.