Ray Bratton

It was December 8, 2010 that we lost Ray Bratton a very loving Husband, Father and Grandfather. Ray was born on November 1, 1939 in Dumas, AK to Amburs & Gladys Bratton. He is survived by his wife Judy K. Bratton of 50 years of Marriage, five children; Son Ronald E Castleberry (Debby), Daughter Dori Rosa (Jerry), Son Mike Bratton (Kim), Daughter Diane Bratton, Daughter Lynn Bratton (Liliana). Ray is also survived by 17 Grandchildren, 10 Great-Grandchildren, and 2 Great-Great-Grandchildren on the way. Ray was full of love, laughs and endless charm. He was a very loving Husband, Father “Daddy”, Grandfather “Papa” and a loving Uncle to many nieces and nephews. He began his career in the sales industry and medically retired in 1971. He was an honorary life member of the John Wayne Masonic lodge and also a member of the Sabbar Shrine. We love and miss him more and more every moment but he is now in a better place with our Dear Father. Visitation was held Sunday, December 12, 2010 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY AND CEMETERY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. A Funeral service were held Monday, December 13, 2010 at 1:00 PM also at East Lawn.