Raymond "Ray" Stanley

He was a native and lifelong resident of Vinton. Ray enjoyed cooking, especially bar-be-que.

Survivors include his sons, Chad Stanley and wife, Amy of Sulphur and Kevin Stanley and wife, Dawn of Elkton, Maryland; his companion, Patricia "Pat" Logan of Orange, Texas; his sisters, Earline Reid, Yanita Rice, and Lydia Leger, all of Vinton; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Esma Stanley; and his brother, Floyd Stanley.

A gathering honoring Ray's life will be held from noon until 3 p.m. Sunday, August 12, in Hixson Funeral Home of Vinton. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to help with expenses. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.