Jesse Ray Stewart

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a man of loyalty and trust. Ray left an indelible mark on all that knew him. Ray was born December 8, 1931 in Campwood, TX to Ralph and Viola Stewart. He served 4 years in the US Navy Air Corp as an Airman after the Korean War as his last assignment. Ray was married to Doris for 51 years until her death on April 20, 2018. They shared a wonderful life and family together. Ray worked in the oil industry most of his life as a landman, which he was very successful at. Ray loved to make deals!

In recent years, Ray and his wife Marilyn spent their time traveling, going to church and enjoying each other’s company. He will sorely missed by all and his friends and family are looking forward to seeing him again one day.

Ray is survived by his wife Marilyn; children, Barbara Williams, husband Bob, Sherri Payne, husband Richard, Sparky Steven, and stepson David; as well as numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 51 years Doris Stewart; his mother and father, Ralph and Viola Stewart; sisters, Evelyn, Chis and Lucille; son Larry White; and brother, Mike Stewart.

Visitation will be held at Ellis-Resthaven Funeral Home, 4616 N. Big Spring St, Midland, TX 79705, Monday, January 12, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM at First Christian Church, 1301 W. Louisiana Ave, Midland, TX 79701, with burial to follow at Ellis-Resthaven Memorial Park.