Ray, 82, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, November 28, 2024, where he is now resting peacefully.
Born in Burgaw, North Carolina, Ray moved to Newport News and went to work for Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company for about 12 years. He subsequently left and started working for Suitt Construction, a contractor at Allied Chemical in Hopewell, Virginia. He worked there until he retired.
Ray will be fondly remembered by all his friends on his job site, his neighbors and friends near home.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Beverly; his daughters, Jennifer B. Hon (Mun-Wai), Kelly B. Miller (Chris); his sister, Betty Rooks; his grandchildren, Alissa Damato, Henry Miller and Elizabeth Miller; his beloved nephews, Jay Allen and Bryan Allen as well as Debra F. Rindfleisch and Cynthia E. Allen.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at Weymouth Funeral Home with William (Bill) Ouzts of Grace United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park.
The family would like to thank Riverside Hospice and his caregivers Sharon, Devon and Rita for their compassionate care.
Sending love and sympathy to all of you as you celebrate the life of Ray. With God’s help, may his memory carry you through these rough times .
Betsy& Chuck Miller
Dear Beverly and Family I was so sorry to hear about Ray’s passing. He was such a pleasant, patient, and caring man. He did so much for his loved ones He will be missed greatly. This world has lost a fine man. Our hearts go out to you all.
May God comfort The Blanchard family.
Mr. Ray is no longer in any pain or suffering.
Thank you for the privilege to provide Beyond Bland Care for Mr. Ray.
I will miss the conversations about stocks and shared memories with Mr. Ray.
You all will forever be in my hearts and now extended family.
“Rita”
Beyond Bland Care LLC