of Mountain View, AR
March 2, 1938 - October 27, 2022
Harold Ray Wilson of Mountain View passed away October 26, 2022 at the Blossoms Nursing Home in Mountain View. He was born on March 2, 1938 in Newport, Arkansas to the late Douglas and Ruth Page Wilson.
Ray graduated from Mountain View High School in 1956. Shortly thereafter, he married and to this union two children, Kirk and Valerie were born. Later on in life, he remarried and moved to Kansas City where he worked as a carpenter.
He then moved back to Mountain View where he bought and operated ''Ray's Car Wash'' for many years. After he sold the car wash, he moved to the farm and helped with a small cattle operation.
He was a lifetime member of the American Legion and a member of the VFW. He loved music and dancing. Many Saturday nights would find him at the VFW in Mountain View or Heber Springs. He was an Army veteran serving his country not only in the states, but in Paris, France as well. Ray enjoyed early morning coffee with his buddies at Hardee's and the Krispy House.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gary and sisters, Carolyn and Dolores.
Ray is survived by his sister, Joanie (Fred); children, Kirk and Valerie; and a special friend, Kathy Meinter. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were scheduled for Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 2:00PM at Roller Crouch Funeral Home with David Campbell officiating.
Military honors were rendered by the Stone County Honor Guard.
Pallbearers were Freddy Ward, Jr., Gregory Allen, Ronnie Risner, Danny Simmons, Tommy Taylor, and Eddie Cowell.
Honorary pallbearers were Ulyess Woody and Round Table Friends at Krispy House and Hardee's.
Special thanks are due to the Blossoms Nursing Home, especially the nurses, who cared for Ray when he was a resident there. Thanks also to Roller Crouch who were very helpful after he passed.
Roller Crouch Funeral Home in Mountain View, Arkansas is in charge of the arrangements.
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10 Condolence(s)
Linda Woody-Daugherty
Friday, March 31, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear about
the Loss of Ray.
I was not aware until my Aunt told me today.
God Bless and Comfort you abundantly.
With Love,
Linda
orgel shannon
Saturday, February 18, 2023
ray was my neighbor for 50 years or so and we were friends long before that.he was a wonderful neighbor and i spent some time in the nurrsing home with him hated to leave him but they released me.
miss you ray
Kathy Jaynes Bradford
Monday, October 31, 2022
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Ray. He was a great friend to my Dad and all the family as well. Lots of great memories of a one of a kind guy for sure. Knowing he is in God’s hands gives my heart peace. He will definitely be missed by so many. Fly high and Rest In Peace Ray! Thoughts and prayers for all the family! ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
JOHN AND LINDA STANBERY
Monday, October 31, 2022
RAYWAS A VERY DEAR FRIEND AND WHEN WE LIVED IN MOUNTAIN VIEW WE WERE VERY CLOSE. SO SAD TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING. MAY HE RESTINPEACE IN THE ARMS OF THE LORD. DUE TO HEALTH REASONS WE COULD NOTMAKE THE LONG TRIP TO ATTEND HIS SERVICES
Danny and Brigette Wilson
Sunday, October 30, 2022
Praying for the family!
Carol Wade
Sunday, October 30, 2022
Sorry for your loss. When Mr. Ray, used to come into the Krispy House, he always provided a bit of humor in our workday. He always greeted people with a smile rather you stopped by the car wash or he happened to see you in a store.
May God carry you through this time of grief. Hang onto the memories so that they may help feel the empty spot Mr. Ray's passing has left.
Reuben and Dinah Balentine
Friday, October 28, 2022
Sorry to hear about Ray he was a good friend he will be missed
Gail Melton Rodgers
Friday, October 28, 2022
Ray was always busy working and tending to his car wash business. He had a great smile and so kind. He will be missed.
Valerie Wilson Garcia
Thursday, October 27, 2022
May you R.I.P Ray (Father)
Larry and Jill Howard
Thursday, October 27, 2022
I loved " Ray Ray" he was such a sweet man and he will be missed. So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers. Jill