James R Goble

A devoted husband to his beautiful bride Judy, Ray vowed to love, cherish and protect her, and he did that for 57 years. Ray was a dedicated family man throughout his life, and his family never doubted his love for them. He also had a passion for good food, travel and nice cars.

Ray spent two years serving his country stateside in the US Army as a typist; no one else in his platoon could type! He was a graduate of Kings Business College and had a 42 year career as an office manager with Genuine Parts Company, where he was a loyal and dependable friend to many. He was a member at Covenant United Methodist Church for 44 years, where he served his Lord in many capacities.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Vance Goble; sisters, Lucille Reese and Lois Karn. He is survived by his wife Judy of the home; children, Cheryl (Bryan) Freeman and Brian (Leigh) Goble; grandchildren, Lauren and Derek Freeman, Austin and Anna Goble; and sister, Lorene Ramsey.

Interment will take place on Friday, October 20 at 11:00am at Mt Hermon Lutheran Church Cemetery; 106 Mt. Hermon Road, Statesville, NC. A Memorial service will take place on Saturday, October 21 at 12:00pm at Covenant United Methodist Church, Charlotte, NC; Reverend Elise Kennedy to officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior at 11:00am. Offer condolences through forestlawnwest.com

The family would like to express their gratitude to many who assisted in Ray’s care throughout his illness: the caregivers from Hospice of Gaston County, and the loving caregivers from Home Instead; especially our dear Tonya Hope. They also appreciate the many visits, calls, delicious food, cards, and prayers from family and friends. Memorials may be made to Covenant United Methodist Church.