Mary Ray Obituary
Louise was raised and educated in Lake Village. She moved to Pine Bluff in 1971. Louise worked as a bookkeeper and office manager at Food King starting in 1980 until she retired. She loved fishing and would even try to go when she was sick. Louise attended First Assembly of God Church.
Survivors include her son, Mark Anthony Hudson; sister, Betty Ann Hall; two grandchildren, Haley and Dylan; and great grandchildren, Bentley, McKenzie and Rylie.
Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Lonnie Orlen Ray, whom she married October 5, 1973 in Sheridan; brother, Dean Hayes Jr.; and stepsons, Wesley Orlen Ray and Harold Ray.
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM, Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in the chapel of Ralph Robinson and Son. Pastor Pat Hart will officiate. Burial will follow in Fitzhugh Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, 1:00 PM until funeral time.
Online guestbook at www.robinsonfuller.com.
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