‘Dallas’ Star Linda Gray’s Life Tragedies Including Untimely Death of Son & ‘Loveless’ Marriage

Linda Gray adored her late son Jeff dearly and revealed being his mother was an honor. She shared sweet memories with him while cooking up a storm in the kitchen.

On November 23, 2020, actress Linda Gray announced the passing of her son Jeff Thrasher with an Instagram post tribute sharing what kind of person he was. She captioned her post:

“A celebration of my son Jeff’s life. He was the kindest, funniest, sweetest human being.”

Gray said her child brought the world such love and was loved by everyone. She also wished him a magical journey, alongside heart, pray, cry, and bike emojis.

Gray posted an image of Jeff riding a bike with his back turned away from the camera along with the post. She shared another photo of his name written on beach sand encircled with a heart.

Three days later, she paid homage to him once again on her Instagram account. Gray shared she has a lot to be grateful for and that being his mom was an honor. She wrote:

“I have such sweet memories of cooking with him. He always carved the Turkey and made his special cranberry sauce.”

Gray also posted another snapshot of the mother and son duo posing in the kitchen, showing their happiness, with a Turkey in full display.

Jeff was a director and an award-winning producer. He boasted 15 years of documentary film, television, and marketing experience.

He was a passionate, adventurous, and highly skilled storyteller. His documentary Mission Asteroid was also nominated for a Canadian Screen Award.

Regarding his passing, Soap Hub revealed he had been battling leukemia. His father was Ed Thrasher, whom Gray married from 1962 until 1983.

The former couple also has a 55-year-old daughter named Kelly Thrasher, who is married to Lance Sloane. Kelly and Lance have two children together.