Jerry Ray Bayles Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Jerry Ray Bayles of Dunn, North Carolina, whose life came to an end on August 8, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jerry Ray Bayles to show support.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Jerry Ray shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Jerry Ray farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Theophelus Carlton and Estelle Lucas Bayles; and his brother-in-law Jack Matthews. He is survived by: his wife Faye Parker Bayles; his daughter Dayna Bayles Murphy (Steve) of Raleigh; his granddaughter Karli Ryann Murphy of Raleigh; his sister Shirley Bayles Matthews of Sanford; and his pet Dolly.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 12th 2025 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at the Antioch Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church (2118 Arrowhead Rd, Dunn, NC 28334). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 12th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to Antioch Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church Building Fund 494 Antioch Church Rd, Dunn, N.C. 28334 or the Harnett County Animal Shelter 1100 McKay Place Lillington, N.C. 27546.