Paul Ray Sr. Obituary
Paul Gordon Ray Sr., 86, of Seagrove, passed away on October 31, 2023, at his residence.
Gordon was born on April 21, 1937, in Stuart, VA to James E. Ray and Edith Shelton Ray Maness. Gordon served his country as a dedicated Navy veteran before becoming a beloved local Potter in the community.
In addition to his parents, Gordon was preceded in death by his stepfather, Wilmer Maness, half-sister Winnie Pierce, and half-brother Darwin Maness.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Cagle Ray of the home; son Paul G. Ray Jr. (Evelyn) of Seagrove; and his half-brothers Merritt Maness and Gray Maness of Robbins. Left to cherish his memory are two grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 3:00 pm at Union Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Arnold Comer officiating.
Online condolences may be left at www.phillipsfh.com.
The Ray family is being served by Phillips Funeral Home in Star.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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