Melva Ray Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Melva Ray (Springfield, Missouri), born in Lebanon, Missouri, who passed away on May 8, 2026, at the age of 80, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Melva Ray to show support.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Melva find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William Carl Weaver and Alice Ada Weaver (Elliot); her husband Kennith Dale Ray; her son Kevin Leslie Oberlin; and her grandchildren, Jon Kevin Michael Donigan and Elyssa Joe Hunt.
She is survived by: her children, Kimberly Gilmlin (Steve) of Springfield, Doyle Embry (Stephanie) of Lebanon, Robert Ray (Crystal) of Lebanon, Teressie Morgan (Jason) of Lebanon, Alice Hunt of Lebanon and Kendra Handley (Jeffrey) of Leavenworth, Kansas.; and her sister Wanda Lee Anderson (John) of Marshfield. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
