Willard Ray Jr. Obituary

The world bids farewell to Willard Ray Jr. (Hutchinson, Kansas), departing on December 8, 2025 at the age of 75. Willard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Willard Ray Jr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Willard D. Ray and Virginia "Jenny" Ray (Lilly); his son Justin David Ray; his sisters, Sue Bailey and Marilyn "Micky" Jones (Wayne); his nieces, Tyra Bailey, Suzy Rasnic and Brenda Risher; and his father-in-law Leonard Zahn.

He is survived by: his daughters, Brandi Mechelle of Mountain Home, ID and Heather Marie (Chris) of Fairview, TX; his wife Brenda K. Zahn of Hutchinson; his grandchildren, Caleb Parks, Joshua Parks, Megan Fogt, Brady Fogt, Harper Ray, Briley Ray, Emma Rosenberger and Maecy Rosenberger; his niece Lori Krichati of Wichita; his nephews, Ricky Kincy and Cameron Kincy; his mother-in-law Kaylene Zahn of Hutchinson; Deidra Rosenberger of Hutchinson.

Memorials are suggested to the Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.