Jacob Ray Obituary
Jacob was a graduate of Philo High School. He was an avid lover of music and previously played in a band where he was the guitarist. Jacob was a friendly outgoing guy who never met a stranger and was loved by so many. Jacob loved his family and passed knowing how much he was loved by them.
In addition to his mother, Vicki Staffey and his father and step-mother, James & Jennifer Ray; Jacob is survived by five siblings, Jesse Ray, Lauren (Colton) Hina, Joseph Ray, Jaci Ray and Victoria Staffey; three nieces, Aspyn Hina, Emery Ray and Avery Ray; his grandparents, Victor & Bev Myers, Charlotte Myers and Sharon Ambrose; numerous aunts, uncles and a host of friends.
Jacob was preceded in death by his grandparents, John Ray, Cynthia Lindamore, and Joseph Ambrose, and one aunt, Lisa Myers.
Friends may call Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, at the Hillis Combs Funeral Home, 935 Forest Avenue, Zanesville. To sign the online register book or to send a personal condolence note please visit www.hilliscombsnestor.com
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