Ray Edward Loftis Obituary

We bid farewell to Ray Edward Loftis of Cherryville, North Carolina, born in Bryson City, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 3, 2024 at the age of 96. Ray Edward touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ray Edward Loftis to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Andrew R. Loftis and Hattie Woody Loftis; his siblings, Vernon, Theodore, Coy, Gordon, Newman Woody, Gertude, Beulah and Helen; and his former wife Anna Ruth Loftis.

He is survived by: his sister Naomi Parrish of Cornelia, GA; his wife Marlean E. Loftis; and his sons, Tony R Loftis Nebo (Judy), Ron Gastonia (Kathy) and Donnie Gastonia (Deena). He is also survived by eleven Grand-children, twenty Great Grand-children, and five Great Great Grand-children.

Memorial Contributions: North Gaston Church of God Missions Fund, 1310 Dallas Cherryville Highway, Dallas, NC 28034.