Born December 9, 1946 in Cortland, NY he was the son of the late Wayland F. and Pearl Parks Osborne. Ray worked in the family business, Osborne Floor Covering, from 1974 until 2025 and he loved spending time with his family. Ray was well known for his sense of humor. He was always telling jokes and loved to make people laugh.

Ray is survived by his Loving wife of 52 years, Lorraine Osborne: their children, Derek Osborne (Erin), Darrin Osborne (Sarah), Nicole Osborne and Penny Hill (Duane); grandchildren, Kaitlin, Bailey, Jordan, Riley, Richard and Deacon; his sister, Joan Stewart (Gordon); several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Ray was predeceased by his brothers, Gerald and Richard Osborne.

At Ray’s request there will be no formal services. A Celebration of Ray's Life will be held on November 1, starting at noon in the Homer Elks Lodge, 82 Cortland St, Homer, NY 13077 . In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospicare, 172 E. King Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850. Perkins Funeral Home, Dryden is assisting the family.

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