John Richard Ray Obituary
John Richard Ray (Abingdon, Virginia) passed away on November 7, 2026. John Richard, born on July 15, 1938, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
John Richard will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew John Richard will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. John Richard’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Martin Ray and Nancy Belle Taylor Ray; and his wife Nancy Ellen Sullivan Ray. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, special cousins and neighborhood and friend "grandchildren".
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 18th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Frost Funeral Home (250 E Main St, Abingdon, VA 24210). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 18th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to one of the following scholarships in honor of Dr. Ray: John R. Ray and Nancy Sullivan Ray Scholarship – Radford University. Donations may be made online at http://www.radford.edu or by mailing a check payable to Radford University Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 6893, Radford, Virginia 24142.
