William-Bray-Obituary

William R. Bray

Portland, Oregon

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Bray, William R. 53 10/12/1957 03/18/2011 Bill passed away from complications associated with lymphoma. He was born in Portland and later moved to Tigard where he attended Tigard High School. He received his associate's degree at Portland Community College and then began his 32-year career at...

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Loved living in the neighborhood near Bill & Denise and family. Fun to play basketball at their home. The camping trip to John Day...boating with the Brays, McKays, Cassinelli s & Lisacs was a great adventure. Bill was a wonderful family man! He is missed!

Dear Denise, Liz, Kristi, and Danny. Roger and I were so shocked and sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We will always think of him and remember his big smile, love of family, and zest for life. Yours was a family we admired greatly for your closeness and love of each other. We hope that those memories will sustain you at this difficult time. Much love,
Carolyn and Roger McNay

Dear Denise,Liz,Kristi and Danny, Although I know words offer small comfort in your hour of sorrow,we wish to extend our sincere sympathy to you on the loss of your husband (and Dad). During those grade school years at St. Cecilia....remember the fun family camping trip to the John Day area (Bray's,McKay's,Cassinelli's and Lisac's). Your family was active,adventurous and fun to be around. May the many fond memories keep him close to your heart. With deepest sympathy, Joe and...

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. I remember playing as children on Inez Street...riding our bikes, playing basketball and later on in life showing off our cars in Oregon Street Machines car club. Bill was always a good friend, full of energy and ready to give life his all. I will miss him. - Kirk Kramer

The world is a poorer, less kind, and less loving place without Bill. Having worked with Bill at Intel and watched him as he coached the kids basketball team ... he was the real deal. A kind, loving, and considerate human being. I respected him enormously. Bill Raleigh

I met Bill while he was going through his treatments. He truly was a remarkable man, you didn't have to know him long to fall in love with his spirt and love of life. I will always always remember Bill. He will be missed by all of those lucky enough to have come in contact with him. My thoughts are with the family and friends during this difficult time. Carol Jacoby

We will miss Bill, he was the best brother-in-law. His optimism and encouragement was steadfast. We will always have fond memories of his laugh , his smile and his giving spirit. Lori and Todd

What a sad day for us all. Bill ( Willie B.) was and will always be remembered as one of the best people in my and many more peoples lives. It is just to sad to think about how busy we think we are, not to stay in touch with people who really care.
Love all of you Bray family members.
Greg Jack

Bill was my good friend in our junior and senior years at Tigard High School. After graduaton, we took a 2-week road trip to California in his beloved orange '69 Camaro. He was always an optimistic, energetic, great guy who was devoted and loyal to his family and friends. I will always have fond memories of our treasured times together. Brian Macey (Southern California)