Ray Gough Obituary
Ray was born on June 24, 1941 to Leon and Doris Gough who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his loving wife Betty; 3 daughters: Lori (Kevin) Khan of St. Joseph, Michigan, Kathy Enslen of Winter Haven, Florida, Amy (Rob) Santoro of St. Charles, Illinois; 2 step sons: Steven Payton of South Haven, Michigan, Dennis (Grace) Payton of Ocala, Florida; 5 grandchildren: Justin, Jenna, Bella, Joey, and Matty. He has 2 sisters, Peggy Blunt (deceased) and Sally Fiorito of South Haven, Michigan.
As per his wishes, Ray has been cremated and there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice.
While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Ray's guestbook and/or share your favorite memory with his family.
The Gough family is being cared for by the Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral Homes and Cremation Society, 5975 Lovers Lane, Portage, MI 49002 (269) 344-5600.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
5975 Lovers Lane, Portage, MI 49002
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