Don Ray's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2022 in Bell Buckle, Tennessee

Don Ray

April 19, 1943 - January 2, 2022 (78 years old)

Bell Buckle, Tennessee

Don Ray's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2022 in Bell Buckle, Tennessee

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gowen-Smith Chapel

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Don Ray

April 19, 1943 - January 2, 2022 (78 years old)

Bell Buckle, Tennessee

Don Ray Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Don Ray of Bell Buckle, Tennessee, who passed away at the age of 78, on January 2, 2022. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Don Ray to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gus Ray and Winona Williams Ray; and his siblings, William, Tony, Morgan, Robert Glen, Lewis Ray, Joyce Brown and Linda Price.

He is survived by: his wife Ruby Prosser Ray; his daughters, Julia Floyd of Winchester, Jennifer Caldwell of Bell Buckle and Donna Sanders of Shelbyville; his sister Jessie Barb (Pete); and his brothers-in-law, Leland Brown and Jimmy Price. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

The family has stated that everyone must wear a mask to the visitation and funeral service for Mr. Ray.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

Suggested donation : St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gowen-Smith Chapel



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850 Union St, Shelbyville, TN 37160

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850 Union St, Shelbyville, TN 37160

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