Nashville, Tennessee
RAY, NormAge 73, passed away Saturday Apr. 17, 2010 after an extended illness. Norm is best remembered by middle Tennesseans for his quick wit and humor during his 20 year stay on the Ralph Emery Morning Show, WSM's the Waking Crew and 10 years on TNN's syndicated show Nashville Now plus host of...
Read MoreI never got to meet Norm Ray or even know he was my grandfather, on my mother's side, before he passed. Since I have learned a lot and now know where my passion for music came from among other things about myself. I'm proud.
Kyle Teachout
May 16, 2021 | Lansing, MI | Family
Dad, hard to believe it's been 10 years now. Swear I've been woken up to his laugh in the middle of the night numerous times. If he could have only hung on a little longer to see the Cubs win the World Series
Andrew Ray
September 25, 2020 | Son
He is my missing piece. I loved this man like no other. He and I spent many unforgettable moments together. I speak of him often, and will continue to do so.
I can still hear him whispering Hail Mary to me in Polish. I love you Norman Rau.
Melissa Dawn Lesley - Morrell
Melissa Morrell
May 02, 2010 | Galveston, TX
I worked at the Nashville Network for years and I absolutely loved this man. He was hilarious and there was never a dull moment when he was around. I grew up watching him on the morning show so to be able to work at the network years later was a thrill. My oondolences to the family of Norm.
Renee Martin
May 01, 2010 | Madison, TN
Watched you every morning growing up. You gave so much to Ralph Emery and the Noon Show. I am very sad at your passing RIP
Chip Curley
April 30, 2010 | Nashville, TN
I went to school with young Norm at Franklin High School. We became very close friends during that time and afterwards. I just lost my own father last July and understand what you are going through. I send my love, respect, and understanding to each of Mr. Ray's (Rau's) family and friends.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Blyth Bledsoe
April 26, 2010 | Dickson, TN
Dear Uncle Norman, We will miss you. My mom, Rainbow, was severely saddened by your passing and plans to meet up with you in heaven. So look out.You made our lives very interesting. Peace, Suzanne, Sharon/Cheri, Sheela and mom.
April 26, 2010
Dear Uncle Norman, We will miss you. My mom, Rainbow, was severely saddened by your passing and plans to meet up with you in heaven. So look out.You made our lives very interesting. Peace, Suzanne, Sharon/Cheri, Sheela and mom.
Suzanne Walcheck
April 26, 2010 | Crestview, FL
I played with Norm on the Saturday Morning show for a few years - what a guy. We'll all miss him.
Dave Kyle
Southern, California
Dave Kyle
April 24, 2010 | Southern, CA