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Ernest Nailor Obituary
May 25, 1937 - Dec. 23, 2023
Ray, 86, passed away at home surrounded by family.
Survived by his loving wife of 62 years, two daughters, seven grandkids, and 22 great-grandkids.
Ray was a hard worker from the age of 10 at the family business, Nailor Lumber Yard. He retired at 62 from OrePac Building Products.
A faithful member of Vancouver Church for 22 years, Ray was known for his honesty, patience, and integrity.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Feb. 17, 2024, at Vancouver Church, 3300 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver.
In lieu of flowers, consider donations to the American Lung Association (lung.org) or Vancouver Providence Hospice, P.O. Box 13679, Portland, OR 97213.
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Russ Brown
May 14, 2025
It has been 66 years since Ray (Nails) was my big brother in the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity when I was a freshman at the University of Washington. You could not have asked for a better mentor. Our friendship went beyond the university experience and continued for many years. I have the fondest memories of Ray, Sandy, and Kimmi which I cherish to this day.
Steve Prado
April 20, 2024
In his own way, over the course of some phone calls these past few years, Ray let me know this day was coming. Nevertheless, it saddens me deeply to know that he's not a phone call away. Ray was a very important mentor to me over the years and I would not be where I am today without him. I will be forever grateful that fate steered me in his direction. As a leader, I try my best every day to embody the even-handed, calm, direct, honest, sincere, and intelligent nature of Ray Nailor. He was the Real Deal, a great man, and I will miss him. Love, Steve Prado
GEORGE BOWEN
February 2, 2024
My days with Ray were Playing basketball with Si Mcglauphan as coach. Ray was always a tough competitor.
Karon Fountain Olsen Davis
January 21, 2024
So sorry to learn of Ray's death. Condolences to all the family.
Lynden Baum
January 20, 2024
I send my most sincere and deepest condolences to Sandra and the family. Ray was one of the really good and nice guys. I knew Ray from growing up in Port Angeles, U of W and Naval Reserve activities.
Debi Sermeus
January 20, 2024
Just saw the notice about your beloved Ray and want to send my sincere condolences to all the family. I worked at OrePac for over seven years with he and Glenn at the `helm´. He was a fair and honest employer. During that time, I got to know his wife and youngest daughter, Tami. It was obvious to all how important family was to him, which was also reflected in their respect and love of him. May the family find strength in his legacy, wonderful memories and the love they shared.
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