He was an active member of Harvest Fellowship of Shallotte, NC. Previously, he was a member of Highest Praise Church of God in Landis, NC.
Ray loved the Lord, enjoyed riding motorcycles and spent his time in auto body before fulfilling his dream and retiring to the beach. Ray enjoyed spending time with his family and especially celebrating the 4th of July with family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his Mother, Mildred (Maw) Miller and sister, Sue Kluttz.
He is survived by his loving wife, Patty Leazer of 30 years, whom he adored; loving granddaughters, Hannah Shoemaker and Kacyn Shoemaker of the home; children, Todd (Diane) of Rockwell, NC, Mikey (Jill) of Salisbury, NC, Jenette Leazer of Chesterville, VA, Robin Faries (Victor) of Salisbury, NC, Carie Heilig (Brandon) of York, PA; adoptive daughter, Wendi Shackleford of Mt. Pleasant, NC; grandchildren, Christina, Kendra, Nathan, Raegan, West, Sadie, Brynna, Michaela, Cheyenne; and many great-grandchildren.
He also had special prayer partners and close friends, Charlene Shoemaker, Tommy Kirby, David Rowland, Lane Greene, Lee Toler and Tony Whaley.
Rays main purpose in life was to witness his love for Jesus and to see all his children do the same.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted at a later date due to Covid-19.
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