Freddie Anderson Ray
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Freddie Anderson Ray
Age 88, a resident of Farmington, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born November 21, 1934 in Poteau, Oklahoma, the son of Herman Attlebur and Mable Aretlia (Slate) Ray.
Freddie retired from the United States Navy as Master Chief after 22 1/2 years of service. He is a 32nd Degree Mason.
He was preceded in death by wife Zona Lorraine Ray, his parents, and one sister Wanda Yates.
Survivors include one son Michael Ray and wife Robin; one daughter Teresa Ray; five grandchildren Garland Spinks and wife Gentry, John Spinks and wife Abby, Megan Anderson and husband Billy, Amanda Ray, and Conner Ray and wife Christina; eight great grandchildren, Eli Spinks, Lee Spinks, Tyler Spinks, Kendra Anderson, Brooks Anderson, Riley Kilpatrick, Eleanor Anderson and Canaan Ray; one brother Tom Haney and wife Diane; three sisters Betty Daily, Lenda Crosby, and Retha Higley and husband Paul; numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial service will be held 3:00 PM Saturday, August 19th, 2023, at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Willard Walker Hospice Home, 325 E Longview St., Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703.
Age 88, a resident of Farmington, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born November 21, 1934 in Poteau, Oklahoma, the son of Herman Attlebur and Mable Aretlia (Slate) Ray.
Freddie retired from the United States Navy as Master Chief after 22 1/2 years of service. He is a 32nd Degree Mason.
He was preceded in death by wife Zona Lorraine Ray, his parents, and one sister Wanda Yates.
Survivors include one son Michael Ray and wife Robin; one daughter Teresa Ray; five grandchildren Garland Spinks and wife Gentry, John Spinks and wife Abby, Megan Anderson and husband Billy, Amanda Ray, and Conner Ray and wife Christina; eight great grandchildren, Eli Spinks, Lee Spinks, Tyler Spinks, Kendra Anderson, Brooks Anderson, Riley Kilpatrick, Eleanor Anderson and Canaan Ray; one brother Tom Haney and wife Diane; three sisters Betty Daily, Lenda Crosby, and Retha Higley and husband Paul; numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial service will be held 3:00 PM Saturday, August 19th, 2023, at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Willard Walker Hospice Home, 325 E Longview St., Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703.
Funeral Service
3:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel - No graveside services will be held
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
General
Nov 21, 1934
Aug 8, 2023
88
Tributes
My brother, Fred, was not only a wonderful, caring person, but was a father figure to me, also. There was a time when he took my brother, sister. and I into his home when we were without housing. He worked two jobs to support us for many months. His positive attitude in all circumstances of life, his laughter, and his love will never be forgotten.
Retha Higley - Sister
Heaven better watch out cause things are going to get crazy up there with Freddie and Zona together again! What a lovely, loving couple they were and the best friends we've ever had. Their huge, wonderful family was blessed to have them these many years. See you soon, Freddie old friend!
Ken and Barbara Jacobs - VERY good friends
Freddie and Zona were the best neighbors we ever did have. They were like family. I borrowed eggs and sugar and in addition we received life stories of all sorts, the BEST stories. We loved Freddie and Zona so, so much. They loved on our kids and their lives are woven into ours and our memories on Northaven Street. We are praying for the family.
Kristy Hodge - Neighbor
Freddie was by birth, my brother. But he was so much more to me. He was a father figure, a mentor and my best friend. He was always there with a joke or a funny comment. We'd banter, "My brother is better looking than your brother!" He'd reply "well my bother is smarter than your brother." I joined the military service to be just like him. We drifted apart but reconnected thru music and computers later in life. Some of our best times were shared as creators and band members of the Goose Creek Boys. Fred wrote many songs that we sang in the group. Fred was a major influence in my life. I know that he has touched many lives and that he will be missed by many..
Tom Haney - Brother
Freddie Ray was my dad's best friend and the whole family loved him. He was a leader and somebody to look up to. He gave me a lot of gifts when I was younger and I remember he gave me my first guitar. He was an inspiration to my entire family and will be very missed.
Mark Hiser - Uncle
You taught me to dance in the living room in San Diego. You let me swim all day in the pool!!! We lived in Los Angeles and when we drove to visit you and our family in San Diego I would get butterflies in my stomach just knowing how much fun I would have with you and Aunt Zona!! I love you Uncle Freddie, and I wish every person on earth could have an Uncle Freddie, because it would make the world so much better.
Laura Hiser - My Uncle Freddie!!!
Funeral Service
3:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel - No graveside services will be held
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
General
Nov 21, 1934
Aug 8, 2023
88