Terry Richard Ray, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, formerly of Washington, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024. Terry was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandpa. He was an avid lifelong Chicago Bears and St. Louis Cardinals fan. Terry enjoyed spending time fishing, and traveling. He had the opportunity to work abroad in Australia and shared that experience with his family. Terry had a deep faith in the Lord and was a member of Christian Assembly Church in Peoria, Illinois. He will be remembered for his determination and strong will, characteristics that his family intend to continue in his honor. Terry will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.
He was born on October 8, 1952 in Centralia, Illinois to Hubert and Elvira (Meyer) Ray. He is preceded in death by his father, Hubert Ray; mother, Elvira Aderholt; and son, Timothy Ray.
Terry is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Karen Ray; daughter, Christina (Thomas Keith) Park; granddaughters, Jaylen Ray, Kaitlyn Ray, Taylor Ray; as well as a host of extended family and friends to cherish his loving memory forever.
A celebration of Terry's life will be held at a later date.
The family requests that contributions in Terry’s memory be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or the Christian Assembly Church in Peoria, Illinois.
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