Valdese, North Carolina
Jul 25, 1938 – Oct 16, 2025
Champ Edward Ray, 87, of Valdese, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Amorem, Hudson, after a period of declining health. He was born July 25, 1938, in Madison County, N.C., to the late Odus and Dorothy Wallin Ray.Champ enlisted in the United States Navy at age 17. He served 23 years on...
Read MoreHey pretty lady, yes this is chuck. Sorry I was unable to attend services. Kinda of having a few issues to deal with. You both knew how much you all meant to me. Champ was one of the special people I looked forward to seeing on Friday morning. Love you both and I am here if needed. chuck
chuck parris
October 27, 2025 | Friend
Champ was a great friend and a fantastic conversationalist. I´m going to miss seeing him with Shirley each week.
Leslie Hairfield
October 24, 2025
Shirley and family, Ron and I are so very sorry to hear about Champs passing. What an accomplished man while in the military and after retirement. He has helped so many people and I know you have always been proud of him. Thinking of you at this time and the days ahead! Love and Blessings, Ron and Kay Lewis
Ron and Kay Lewia
October 21, 2025 | Friend
Please accept my condolences in the In memory of Mr. Champ Ray. He was admired and much appreciated by his many loved ones and friends. Patricia Stroup Patricia Stroup
Patricia Stroup
October 21, 2025 | Friend
