of Gassville, AR
December 10, 1942 - July 24, 2024
Ronnie Gene Ray of Gassville has gone to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at age 81.
He was born December 10, 1942 in Leachville, AR to Howard ''Buck'' Ray and Evelyn Ray. Ronnie married JoAnn (Smith) Ray in 1962 and had always sought to remain active within his community.
He worked as a purchasing director for Capitol Mercury (Mar-Bax) shirt company until his retirement, including the fire department in which he served for many years alongside his father, Buck. Other endeavors include Mayor of Gassville, Treasurer of the Cotter School Board and his attendance with the Calvary Temple Assembly of God throughout his life.
Ronnie Ray is survived by his wife, JoAnn Ray of Gassville; daughter, Tina (Russ) Dameron of Springfield; his son, Terry Ray of Gassville; Terry's fiancée, Wendy Presley of Mountain Home; his granddaughters, Stormi Day and Addison Ray of Mountain Home; nephews, Mike Adams of Mountain Home and Darin Smith of Henderson, Scott Rose of Laramie; nieces, Phyllis (David) Murry of Lancaster, Tracey (Mike) Adams and Vickie (Monty) Feagins.
Ronnie had many family members that he felt honored to cherish throughout his life. Ronnie was preceded in death by both his parents and sister, Jeannette Heard.
Graveside services will be begin on Saturday, July 27th at 10AM in Gassville Cemetery with Pastor Kyle Tardiff officiating. This will be followed by a luncheon at the Calvary Temple Church in Cotter
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37 Condolence(s)
Richard E Queen
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Family and friends of Ronnie: So saddened and sorry for your loss. Have many fond memories of Ronnie throughout the years. My sincere condolences to each of you.
carol phillips
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
JoAnne and family, my condolences and prayers for you all...going back MANY years, I remember seeing Ronnie as a fun-loving high schooler flying down our street in Cotter on his bike , often singing at the top of his lungs, and making sure we saw that it was a "no-hands" run!!!
Steve Crownover
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Sue Hall
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Ronnie was a special person . He will be missed by many. Sending prayers to his family
Barbara Byrd Foley
Saturday, July 27, 2024
A “true Big Blue” family man - such a dedicated Cotter Warriors fan! Heavenly cheers forever - the Biggest final V-I-C-T-O-R-Y (our Battle Cry)
Mark Ray
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Mom & I are sorry for your loss.
Dennis Hughes
Friday, July 26, 2024
I’m so sorry to hear of Ronnie’s passing. As a kid I used to look at old Cotter yearbooks and found that Ronnie was a good basketball player. He was always so friendly anytime we would happen to run into each other. He was a good guy and he will be missed.
Diane and John Teel
Friday, July 26, 2024
We are so so sorry Joanne to hear the passing of your husband we will definitely be praying for you and yours god bless
Mary Watkins
Friday, July 26, 2024
I worked with Ronnie at MarBax. Always a very positive person to be around.
Donna Harmon Melton
Friday, July 26, 2024
Much love for this other family of mine!!! Always have the most loving warm memories with Tina, JoAnn Ronnie and Terry!
Rachel Saunders
Friday, July 26, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. He was a wonderful and kind man. Will miss seeing him at Sunfest. Lots of hugs and prayers to all his family
Richard Bebon
Friday, July 26, 2024
May his soul Rest In Peace and May the light of God shine upon him.
Renee Courtney
Friday, July 26, 2024
Sister JoAnn, Tina and Terry -- God bless you and bring you comfort. My parents and I loved Bro. Ronnie and your sweet family. My prayers are with you. Much love.
Renee Throgmartin Courtney
Donnie Dilbeck Pitchford
Friday, July 26, 2024
Sorry to hear of Ronnie’s passing. He was my classmate at Cotter High School. Prayers are lifted for the family at this time.
Gena Brandt (Trout)
Friday, July 26, 2024
My deepest condolences for your loss. I remember Ronnie from the visits to Arkansas with my nanny and Pawpaw, Georgia and Alfred Gregory. He was always kind to me. My prayers are that you all have peace and God’s comfort.
Michelle Diprima
Friday, July 26, 2024
I was so sorry to hear of Ronnie’s passing. I always remember him and my dad carrying on nonsense as a little girl. Hoping you all find comfort during this difficult time.
Bill and Jodi Elam
Friday, July 26, 2024
Terry and family we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for you all.
Judy Briggs
Friday, July 26, 2024
So sorry for your loss ,Ronnie was a very special man and will be missed by many. Prayers for comfort for the family at this difficult time. Judy Briggs
Julia Reed
Friday, July 26, 2024
My prayers go out to your family during this time.
RT AND RENEE THOMPSON
Friday, July 26, 2024
Sorry to hear this our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sherry Sanders
Friday, July 26, 2024
So sorry for your loss, sending prayer and hugs to all the family,
Cindy Smith
Friday, July 26, 2024
Debbie Parks
Friday, July 26, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. So many memories of happy, fun times, camping trips, travels & just being together. Ronnie was always so good to all of us and only saw the best in me, even as rebellious teenager. Serious most of the time the last few years and then he would say something funny that had you laughing. He was a wonderful person and my memories of him will always be great ones. It's not goodbye but see ya later....God's promise. I love you all!
Lynnette Haley
Friday, July 26, 2024
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Johanna Morrow
Thursday, July 25, 2024
So sorry for your loss, worked with Ronnie at Mar bax many years, prayers for your family
Cindy Young
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Joann, Tina, and Terry:
I was so sorry to hear of Ronnie’s passing. I have a lot of good memories of working with Ronnie all those years at MarBax. We shared a lot of laughs (and a couple of disputes) but I always counted him as a friend.
My condolences to you all.
Cindy
Cindy Dewey Strong
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Ms Joann I am so sorry. He was a wonderful man and great influence on all that knew him. My Uncle Jimmie considered him a cherished friend. I love you Sweet Friend.
Judy (Gregory) Van Dyke
Thursday, July 25, 2024
You will be remembered for the kindness and support you have shown to me during a tough transition in my life You will be greatly missed but always loved
Amanda Zimmerman
Thursday, July 25, 2024
So sorry for your loss Amanda and Dustin zimmerman
JD & Linda
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Tina, Our prayers are with you & your family.
Will & Judy Minick
Thursday, July 25, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Ronnie was a good man. We are praying for the family. Love you
Max and Velma Cotter
Thursday, July 25, 2024
So sorry to hear about the passing of Ronnie. May God watch over all of you during this difficult time.
wilber lee rowe
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Prayer for family and friends. I remember our childhood together He will be missed for he touched so many lifes in life and work.
Steven and Clarene Morrow
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Sorry to hear of his passing, prayers for this family
Dianna cramor
Thursday, July 25, 2024
So sorry Joann and kids you guys are in my prayers
Velars Crownover Harris
Thursday, July 25, 2024
So Sorry to hear of Ronnie’s Passing.Have known him for ManyMany Years.Remember working with him at Mar Bax.Always loved visiting with him and have lots of Great Memories.Love and prayers To All The Family.
Pat (Boskus) Fountain
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Sorry to hear about Ronnie's pasting. Prayers for the family