Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Ronald Dray Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Born April 22, 1946, in Carrollton, he was a son of the late Todd and Glendora Davis Dray.
A proud United States Army Veteran, Ronald spent 30 years working as a miner and operator for Consolidated Coal Company. He was a hard worker who found joy in the simple pleasures of life-farming, woodworking, and spending time outdoors surrounded by nature.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Karen; three sons, Chuck (Mandy Sandy) Dray, Dan (Tammy) Dray, and Rob Newbold; a daughter, Penny (Dan) Howard; and his beloved grandchildren: Ty (Camber) Carrothers, Billy (Jess) Dray, Keaton (Mollie Tarski) Carrothers, McKenzie (Josh) Sparrow, Courtney (Tara) Dray, Gracelyn (Wes) Thibodeaux, Jordan Dray, Adriauna Dray, and Addy Bledsoe. Ronald was also blessed with six great-grandchildren who brought him much pride and joy.
He is also survived by brothers, Jim, John, Melvin, and Randy (Diane) Dray; sisters, Betty Wheeler and Jane (Ed) Gilmore; and sisters-in-law, Teri Dray and Donna (Hamilton) Binkley.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-mother, Charlotte (Hazel Holmes) Dray; brothers, Bill and Jack Dray; sisters, Bertha Kagey and Linda Shotwell; sisters-in-law, Pat, Teri, Diane; and a son, Chad Newbold.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the entire Hospice Care Team for their professionalism, kindness, and compassionate care during Ronald's final days.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal services.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
129 N Lisbon St, Carrollton, OH 44615
Make a Donation
in Ronald Dray's name
People and places connected with Ronald
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Ronald's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Ronald Dray's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
