Ray Charles Obituary
We are sad to announce that on May 13, 2025, at the age of 54, Ray Charles of Pine Grove, Pennsylvania passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Ray had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Ray may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Gertrude Charles (Clark) and Willard Charles; and his brother-in-law David Kleckner. He is survived by: his wife Lisa Charles; his children, Miranda Charles and Christopher Charles; and his siblings, Leon Charles (Michelle), Willy Charles (Jackie), Sabrina Bensinger and Diana Kleckner. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews & grand nieces and nephews.