John "Jack" Phillip Ray's obituary , Passed away on February 8, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan

John "Jack" Phillip Ray

February 5, 1931 - February 8, 2026 (95 years old)

Detroit, Michigan

John "Jack" Phillip Ray's obituary , Passed away on February 8, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan
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John "Jack" Phillip Ray

February 5, 1931 - February 8, 2026 (95 years old)

Detroit, Michigan

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John Phillip Ray Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 8, 2026 we had to say goodbye to John Phillip Ray (Detroit, Michigan). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter J. L. and Marion Ray (Tate); his wife Mary Elizabeth Ray (Pearse); and his brother Thomas W. Ray. He is survived by: his daughters, Carol Hicks (David), Nancy Ray and Mary J. Ray; and his nieces and nephews, Walter Ray (Janet), Thomas Ray (Sandy), Kathy LaFayette (Larry), Susan Miles (Joe), Laurie Hudgins (Steve) and Mara Burke (Rich).

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Kiwanis Club #1 Foundation Detroit (16650 Chandler Park Dr., Detroit, MI 48224); or, The Salvation Army (16130 Northland Dr., Southfield, MI 48075).



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