Stephen L. Ray, 73, went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, December 27, 2014. A celebration of his life will be held Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at 2:00 pm at Lizella United Methodist Church with Rev. Loran Smith officiating. The family will greet friends an hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lizella United Methodist Church, 2920 South Lizella Road, Lizella, GA 31052.
Mr. Ray was born in Springfield, Massachusetts to the late Milton and Rita Discoe Ray and was preceded in death by his son, Michael Ray, and sister, Linda White. He was employed at the Connecticut Natural Gas Company for 15 years, Pratt & Whitney for 25 years, and served in the United States Army. Mr. Ray was an avid car enthusiast and was Past President of Flag City Mustang Club. He was a member of Lizella Methodist Church, New Beginnings Sunday School Class, and loved his Lord.
Survivors include his wife, Jane Ray; daughter, Patti Sorini (Marc); daughter-in-law, Christine Ray; grandchildren, Rylinn Sorini, Maya Sorini, Skyler Sorini, Bryson Sorini, Samantha Ray, and Jacqueline Ray; and brother, David Ray.
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Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery have charge of the arrangements.