| Birth: | Jun. 6, 1881
Ontario, Canada | | Death: | Nov. 14, 1958
Salt Lake City
Salt Lake County
Utah, USA | 
After more than half a century following her death the epitaph carved on the gravestone of Lilly E. Gray remains a source of intrigue for genealogists and grave researchers alike. It chillingly states: "Victim of the Beast 666." Why would such a terrible phrase be inscribed?
After years of searching we have found little. All we really know is what can be gleaned from her and her husband's obituaries:
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Mrs. Lily [sic] Edith Gray, 78, 1216 Pacific Ave., Died Friday, 11:10 a.m., in a Salt Lake hospital of natural causes. Born June 4, 1880, Canada. Salt Lake resident since 1950. Married to Elmer Lewis Gray, July 10, 1952, Elko, NV. Survivors: husband; several nieces and nephews. (Salt Lake Tribune for Nov. 15, 1958.)
She was most likely born on June 4, 1880 and not June 6, 1881 as her grave indicates.
She was married to Elmer Lewis Gray and his obituary adds additional information about Lilly.
Elmer Lewis Gray, 83, 1216 Pacific Ave. (440 South) died in a Salt Lake hospital Saturday at 12:30 p.m. after a long illness. Born March 12, 1881, Butler, Mo. Married Lilly Zimmerman, 1955, Elko, Nev. She died, 1958. Retired butcher. Survivors: brother, William, Golden, Colo. Funeral, Wednesday, 10 a.m., 36 E. 7th South, where friends call hour prior to services. Burial, Salt Lake City Cemetery. (Salt Lake Tribune, November 3, 1964)
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We also know from various documents that Elmer perhaps had a few psychological challenges and may be a piece or perhaps even the vital piece of the puzzle.
In fact, researcher, Richelle Hawks who has long studied the mystery believes she has cracked the case. If she is correct, perhaps now, after more than five decades, our dear Lilly can finally rest in peace.
Family links:
Spouse:
Elmer Lewis Gray (1881 - 1964)*
*Point here for explanation
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Salt Lake City Cemetery
Salt Lake City
Salt Lake County
Utah, USA
Plot: Plot X- Block 1- Lot 169- Grave- 4 -East |
Created by: Carl W. McBrayer
Record added: Mar 03, 2005
Find A Grave Memorial# 10550322 |
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