Jimmy Ray Harper Obituary
We bid farewell to Jimmy Ray Harper of Benton, Kentucky, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 14, 2025 at the age of 80. Jimmy Ray touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Lay Harper and Thelma Grace Clark Harper; his grandson Mason Harper; and also, Raymond Lay Harper and Thelma Grace Clark Harper.
He is survived by: his children, Gina Rae Harshman (Tony) of Paducah, David Mitchell Harper (Jennifer) of Houston and Joshua Clark Harper (Brandy) of Murray; his sisters, Patricia Robinson of Reidland, Christina DeFaria (Greg) of Reidland and Sheila Garrett (Bob) of Reidland; his grandchildren, Nikki Harshman, Alex Harshman, Chase Harshman, Katie Harper, Madison Lehde and Cameron Harper; and his great grandchildren, Everleigh and Maverick Lehde.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, April 23rd 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Life Celebration Center of Filbeck-Cann (1003 Poplar St, Benton, KY 42025).
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to the Marshall County Elks Lodge #2707, 97 Kashway Lane, Benton, KY 4025, or the American Cancer Society.
