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Joan Ray Obituary
54 died August 22, 2009 at her home in Ketchum, Idaho. Joan was born on March 25, 1955 in San Jose, California. Joan graduated from Scottsdale Saguaro High School in 1973. She was an avid skier, ballroom dancer, tennis player, photographer and world traveler who deeply touched the lives of people she met. But the most important thing in her life was serving her God, Jehovah, to whom she dedicated her life and was thus baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses in July 2007. Joan had a strong faith in Jehovah God and a passion for sharing her faith with everyone she met. Joan is survived by her son Tyrone Cagney Ray of Scottsdale, AZ, and her father, James Chandler Ray of Naples, Florida, and her sister Leidy Sue Samson of Hailey, Idaho, and her uncle, Robert Leidy of Palm Beach, Florida. In addition she was preceded in death by her mother, Joan Widener (Leidner) Ray, and her brothers, George Eustis Paine and James Widener Ray. A memorial service will be held September 4, 2009 at 7:00 pm at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 19008 N 34th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85050.
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Todd Nordquist
October 13, 2010
My dearest friend Joan. One of the nicest, most beautiful people I've ever known. There will never be another like you. What I wouldn't give to have one more dinner with you or one more cup of coffee. You are deeply missed! Rest in peace now, JJ! Todd Nordquist
on looker
September 5, 2009
Joan was a wonderful woman I heard so much about her and how she changed her life for Jehovah this has given me strenght to keep going and serving Jehovah. For he is good.
Chris Pollok
September 4, 2009
Our faithful sister is now asleep and in God's memory. We look forward to welcoming her back! Until then, throw your burden on Jehovah and he will sustain you. Hang in there.
Bruce Gjovig
September 3, 2009
Joan was a terrific woman in so many ways, who was active, a world traveler, and a wonderful daughter. She had a kind soul.
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