John Eldon Ray
July 22, 1953 - November 28, 2021
John Eldon Ray was born July 22, 1953 in McNary, Arizona to Eugene and Jewell (Dodson) Ray and peacefully passed away at home on November 28, 2021 at the age of 68. John was married to Phyllis on February 9, 1980. John was preceded in death by Phyllis, his wife of 41 years. His parents Eugene and Jewell Ray. His sister Fran Richards. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Tyrel Ray, Maryanne Farley, Barbara Ginther, and Michael DePew. Siblings Donna Valquez, Frank Ray, and Wesley Ray. Grandchildren Heather McGaha, Alisha Waggoner, Ashley Ginther, Johnathan Ginther, Xavier DePew, Darrion DePew, Jewel DePew, and Jade DePew. Great Grandchildren Cole, Kiara, Octavius, Lyla, Brooklynn, Madilynne, and Jaxson. Visitation will be 2:00 pm Wednesday, December 8, 2021 in the Cantlon-Otterness and Viets Funeral Home in Buffalo, Missouri Cremation rites are being accorded under the direction of Cantlon-Otterness & Viets Funeral Home in Buffalo, Missouri.
John Eldon Ray was born July 22, 1953 in McNary, Arizona to Eugene and Jewell (Dodson) Ray and peacefully passed away at home on November 28, 2021 at the age of 68. John was married to Phyllis on February 9, 1980. John was preceded in... View Obituary & Service Information