Ray Alex Eads Obituary

The family of Ray Alex Eads of Chester, Virginia announces his passing on June 10, 2026. Ray, born on September 17, 1948 in Kingsport, Tennessee, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Ray for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Ray’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.

He was predeceased by: his wife Carol Eads; his parents, Ray Abner Eads and Almira Blair; and his sister Doris Daughton. He is survived by: his sons, Matthew Eads (Stefanie) of Edgewater, FL and Andrew Eads (Mary) of Colonial Heights, VA; his grandson Zachary Eads of Edgewater, FL; and his siblings, Sam Eads of Gate City, VA and Kim Eads of Kingsport, TN.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Ray's honor to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (https://www.vvmf.org). ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌Celebrating The Life Of.