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Paul Wray Obituary
Paul was born June 23, 1949 in Blackfoot, Idaho, the son of Hyrum Clifford Wray and Lorraine Chamberlain Wray.
Paul grew up on a farm and attended schools in the Snake River school district, graduating from Snake River High School in 1967. He continued his education at Ricks College. Paul enlisted in the Marine Corps and served for one year in Vietnam. After his honorable discharge, Paul went back to school at Idaho State University where he earned his bachelors degree in language arts.
He married Kris Lambert. To this union, four children were born; they later divorced. On May 28, 1994, Paul and Colleen Pfeifer were married in Lake Tahoe.
Paul grew up working on the family farm then worked as a roofer. He then worked at the state employment office. He spent most of his working life as a supervisor at the INL, where he retired.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
In high school, he played all sports then went on to play football at Ricks College. He loved his dogs, running and restoring cars. He was an avid fan of the LA Lakers and he enjoyed lifting weights, traveling and camping. Paul had a big heart and was a very compassionate person; he always helped others in need.
Paul is survived by his wife, Colleen Wray; his children, Janiel (Craig) Gorman, Jaremy Wray, Ashlee (Sam) Butler, Jennifer (Mike) Grebstad; his brother Farrell (Tami) Wray; sister-in-law Mary Wray; 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his son Jared Wray; and his brother Douglas C. Wray.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the Hawker Funeral Home, 132 S. Shilling Avenue in Blackfoot. The family will visit with friends for one hour prior to the service.
The family would like to thank Symbii Home Health for the care they provided to Paul.
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David Sasser
April 20, 2025
Sorry for your loss.
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April 18, 2025
May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.
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