death of DL Capt. Clarence Ray, age 86

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~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Clarence Ray

August 15, 1939 – June 25, 2026

 

He served his country in the Air National Guard as a jet engine mechanic, combining his mechanical skills with his passion for flight.  Clarence had a distinguished aviation career, flying for Cummings & Groves, Big 3, and Delta Airlines…………….

 

Clarence Elwin Ray Jr. joined Delta Air Lines 09-03-1968 and was based Dallas and Atlanta.  Widowed in 2022, Captain Ray is survived by his children and their families.

Arrangements were entrusted to Bi-State Cremation & Funeral Service

3387 U.S. Hwy 67, Florissant, MO 63033.

 

PCN memorial site https://pcnflightwest.blogspot.com/2026/07/dl-capt-clarence-ray.html

 

 

Clarence Ray   https://www.bistatecremationandfuneral.com/obituaries/mr-clarence-e-ray-jr/

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/302949044/clarence_elwin-ray_jr

Longview News-Journal (TX) - Friday, July 24, 2026

LONGVIEW — In Loving Memory of Clarence Ray:
August 15, 1939 – June 25, 2026
Clarence Ray, beloved father, businessman, pilot, and public servant, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on August 15, 1939, in Houston, Texas, Clarence lived a life defined by faith, service, determination, and an unwavering love for his family and community.
From an early age, Clarence demonstrated natural leadership, serving as President of the Distributive Education Association. He worked alongside his father as a mechanic at Harrisburg Motors while pursuing his lifelong dream of aviation. He served his country in the Air National Guard as a jet engine mechanic, combining his mechanical skills with his passion for flight.
Clarence had a distinguished aviation career, flying for Cummings & Groves, Big 3, and Delta Airlines. Never content to stop improving, he embraced entrepreneurship by founding Longview Limo and Longview Airfreight. Even into his early eighties, Clarence continued working as an oilfield hot-shot delivery driver.
Clarence served on the White Oak City Council, where he worked to strengthen and improve his community. His heart for service extended to Woodland Hills Baptist Church, where he faithfully volunteered, touching countless lives through his generosity and steadfast faith.
Above all else, Clarence cherished his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose love was demonstrated through countless acts of kindness, guidance, and sacrifice. Clarence was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara Ray, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and devotion. He is lovingly remembered by his children, James Ray (Linda), Kathy Hendrix (Andy), Sean Ray (Amanda); seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many extended family members and dear friends who will forever treasure his memory.
Clarence will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, entrepreneurial vision, captivating storytelling, love of the outdoors, and unwavering commitment to his faith, family, and community. His legacy of integrity, hard work, compassion, and service lives on in the lives he touched. Though he will be deeply missed, we find comfort in celebrating a life well lived and the enduring example he leaves behind.

 

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/295490771/barbara_gail-ray

Dr. Barbara McIntyre Ray passed away at 6:44 am on March 23rd, 2022 at her home in White Oak, Texas. Born on January 28th, 1939 in Gladewater, Texas to Lee and Louise McIntyre she spent her early years in White Oak. Due to her father's job as a roughneck with Sinclair Oil, her family relocated to Kentucky and Illinois for a period of time. Always an engaged and active learner, Barbara was involved and excelled in many areas while attending Henderson High School in Henderson, Kentucky. Her love for music and school spirit was on full display during her role in all-state band and in her appointment as a lead drum majorette. Upon graduation in 1957, she attended Christian College in Columbia, Missouri her freshman year. The following year she transferred and began her journey as a loyal Baylor Bear. While at Baylor in Waco, Texas, she received a bachelor's degree in Medical Technology………………………