Andy Bray

Andy Bray obituary, Odessa, MO

Andy Bray

Andy Bray Obituary

Visit the Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home website to view the full obituary.
Charles "Andy" Raymond Bray, 66 of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at home surrounded by family.
Per Andy's request cremation, and no services at this time. Memorials may be made to the family in care of Tammy Bray and left in care of the funeral home. Memories of Andy and condolences for his family may be left at or on our Facebook Page. Cremation has been entrusted to the Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd St., Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524.
Andy was born on August 24, 1956, in Liberty, MO to James and Dorothy Bray. He lived in Richmond, MO with his grandparents most of his childhood. Andy always enjoyed the outdoors, motorcycles, fishing, and collecting things. He served in the Missouri National Guard. Andy had various jobs throughout his life, from mowing to being a great handyman. On August 24, 2004, he was united in marriage to Tammy J. Johnston in Odessa, MO. Andy will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Survivors include Andy's wife, Tammy Bray of Odessa, MO; four children, Tammy and Billy, Ty Johnston and wife Laci of Odessa, MO, and Tiara Williams and husband Bobby of Odessa, MO; eight grandchildren, Sarah Shelton, Colten Johnston, James Shelton, Trever Johnston, Chase Williams, Preston Shelton, Hunter Williams, and Mya Williams; two sisters, Lena Lueck of Odessa, MO, and Lisa Bray; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Andy was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

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Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home

306 South 2nd Street, Odessa, MO 64076

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