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Forest Hill Funeral Home - East
2440 Whitten Rd., Memphis, TN 38133
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19
Interment
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Forest Hill East Cemetery
2440 Whitten Rd., Memphis, TN 38133
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Charles Ray Obituary
He was born on January 3, 1938, in Clifton, Tennessee, to Fred and Eva Battles Ray. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Frances Inman, Dorothy Richardson, Kenneth Ray, and Glenda Strickland.
He is survived by his devoted and beloved wife of 62 years, Florita Candida Ray. He was a loving and devoted dad to his daughters: Yolanda Margarita Jones (Biff Jones) and Vanessa Fay Massey (John Massey).
He was a cherished grandfather to Jerry Wayne Spencer, Jr. (Angela), Tammy Renee Jones (Greg), and Timothy Shawn Spencer, as well as treasured great-grandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren.
A faithful member of Bellevue Baptist Church for more than 40 years, Charles worshiped, served, and bore witness to Christ throughout his life. His legacy of faith, love, humility, and quiet strength will continue to bless generations.
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Upcoming Events
Feb
19
Visitation
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Forest Hill Funeral Home - East
2440 Whitten Rd., Memphis, TN 38133
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Funeral service
2:00 p.m.
Forest Hill Funeral Home - East
2440 Whitten Rd., Memphis, TN 38133
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsFeb
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Interment
3:00 p.m.
Forest Hill East Cemetery
2440 Whitten Rd., Memphis, TN 38133
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Forest Hill Funeral Home and Memorial Park - EastOnly 2 days left for delivery to next service.