Bonnie Jean Rayson

BONNIE JEAN RAYSON, 86 was born in Decatur, Mississippi to Charence Lee Dukes & Georgia Ann Heard Dukes on June 23, 1938, and resided in Dallas, Texas. Bonnie was the cherished wife of Hughey Paul Rayson, Sr., with whom she shared 63 years of love and devotion. 

 Bonnie was a faithful member of St. James Missionary Church of God in Christ for over 50 years. Bonnie's unwavering commitment to her faith was evident in all that she did. A fervent prayer warrior, Bonnie's faith was a cornerstone of her life. Each Saturday morning, without fail, she could be found on the prayer line, interceding with unwavering devotion. Her commitment to her faith was also evident in her tireless efforts to attend church services. If you spent Saturday night at her home, you could count on her to take you to church with her bright and early Sunday morning—no exceptions.

 She found great joy in preparing meals and baking cakes for her family and her church community as well. Her kitchen table was a place of warmth and welcome, where her delicious creations were a testament to her love and care. Bonnie's spirit and kindness touched the lives of many, and her legacy of love and generosity will be remembered by all. This love could be felt immediately after biting into a slice of one of her homemade cakes. Her faith, family, and her unwavering dedication to both will continue to inspire those she leaves behind. 

Bonnie is survived by her husband, Hughey Paul Rayson, Sr., and children: Brenda Hilt, Hughey Paul Rayson, Jr. (Tabitha), Barbara Ann Rayson, Kelvin Rayson, Teresa Rayson, and LanQuey Rayson (Sonia). Grandchildren: Billy Lang, Mashunda Ivery (John), Tomekia Veasley (Marcus), Jermaine Rayson, Jamar Rayson, Treeca “Tecee” Clear (Michael), Natasha Rayson, Dumonique Rayson, JR Rayson, Lance Rayson, Jameal Rayson, Jonas Rayson, Jennifer Jordan, Keandria Hilt, Jasmine Hilt, Halei Massey, Brianna Massey, LaDiedra Rayson, Jeff Rayson, Marcus Rayson, Trenton Rayson, Kelvin Rayson, Justin Rayson, Brandon Rayson, Isaiah Rayson, and Lansanie Williams. Great-Grandchildren: Tallon Winters, Xavier Rayson, Jeremy Bolton, Jr., Carrie Woodfork, Jermaine Rayson, II, John Ivery, III, Janae Rayson, Amari Ransom, Maxwell Ivery, and Logan Jordan. Brothers and sisters: James Neal “Pete” Dukes, Ruby Mae “Paint” Bryant, Margie Edwards Johnson, Bessie Dukes, Dorothy Dukes, George “Pop” Dukes, Robert Charles “RC” Dukes, Clarence Lee Dukes, George Lee Dukes, Ella Mae Dukes, and a host of extended family and friends. 

She is preceded in death by both her parents and her first born son; Wesley Dukes, brothers and sisters: Willie Lee Dukes, Walter Lee Dukes, Arzo Dukes, Jones Dukes, Annie Maude Dukes, Jannie Ruth Thompson, David Dukes, Charles Edward Dukes. 

Bonnie Jean Rayson will be profoundly missed but lovingly remembered for her unshakeable faith, dedication to family, and the countless lives she touched with her kindness and prayer. May she rest in eternal peace.