James Ray Obituary

We bid farewell to James Ray of Gaffney, South Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 7, 2026 at the age of 60. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Ray to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his father James Eddie Ray. He is survived by: his mother Brenda Crowe Ray Scott; his stepfather Bernard Scott of Forest City; his children, James Ray, Jr. (Caroline) of Hendersonville and Skye Ray (Zachary) of Asheville; his sisters, Teresa Ray McDaniel (Jeff) of Cliffside and Pamela Ray Hewitt (Robbie) of Forest City; his nephew Lucas Hewitt of Forest City; and his niece Maddie Hewitt of Hickory. He is also survived by his aunts, uncles and cousins.

Memorials may be made to Heart of The Foothills. 380 US Highway 221, Rutherfordton, NC 28139 or First Baptist Church Youth Mission Team, 211 West Main Street, Forest City, NC 28043.