Eva Mae Ray, 74 of Gurnee was born March 15, 1948 in Dott West Virginia to Herbert and Jean (nee Cameron) Mills and passed away peacefully on February 2, 2023. Eva was the beloved wife of the late Donald W. Ray; loving mother of Jeffrey (Jeannette) Ray and Michael (Jenna) Ray; cherished grandmother of Cameron, Peyton, Finley, Taylor, and Brysen; dear sister of Ginger (Rosendo) Gonzalez and the late Katie Webb, Tony Mills, Delbert Ray Mills, Delores Mills, Margaret Webb, and Ann Clay. Eva spent over thirty years working as a childcare provider and was considered a mother figure to so many. She will be remembered for her tenacity and sense of humor while battling illness for several years, her loyalty and love for family and friends, and her generous heart. Family is planning a private celebration of life.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.