He was born in Houston, Texas to Coy and Wilma Read on August 14, 1947
Ray spent many years employed in Conroe, Texas by Yancey Ready Mix. His loving wife Mary Read of 50 years. He was happiest when he was with his family and seeing his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Survived by Wife Mary Ann Read of Conroe, TX, Daughter Jeanie M. Sutton & Spouse John W. Sutton of Muskogee, OK, Son Melvin R. Read of Wauconda, IL, Daughter Betty A. Gabriel & Spouse Martin J. Gabriel III of Austin TX, Daughter Joanna L. Young & Spouse Jerry Young of Fairfield TX, Son Brandon L. Read & Spouse Chelsea Read of Conroe, TX. He has 9 Grandchildren: Rodney Coyle, Ryan Coyle, Jessica Sutton, Tiffany Cass, Brian Read, Cameron Gabriel, Kayla Young, Skylor Read & Noah Read. He has 8 Great Grandchildren: Chris & Aubrey, Ella & Paisley, Kensey & Conner and Bryleigh & Grayson. Sister & Brother-in- law Ruthie & Bennie Parker & Sister-in law Pam Read with numerous nieces, nephews.
Proceed in Death by Father: Coy, Mother: Wilma, Brothers: Lawrence, Coy Gene & Joe Read
Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00am with reception to follow Friday, March 16, 2018 at First Baptist Church 15975 FM 3083, Grangerland, TX 77302 – Pastor Jay Mcintosh performing service - Cremation with no viewing – Final Resting Place Saturday March 17, 2018 in Corrigan, TX
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