Gary "Coach" Wayne Ray's obituary , Passed away on March 12, 2026 in Oak Hill, West Virginia

Gary "Coach" Wayne Ray

June 18, 1949 - March 12, 2026 (76 years old)

Oak Hill, West Virginia

Gary "Coach" Wayne Ray's obituary , Passed away on March 12, 2026 in Oak Hill, West Virginia

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Gary "Coach" Wayne Ray

June 18, 1949 - March 12, 2026 (76 years old)

Oak Hill, West Virginia

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Gary Wayne Ray Obituary

We bid farewell to Gary Wayne Ray of Oak Hill, West Virginia, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 12, 2026 at the age of 76. Gary touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Webster Ray and Myrtle Cora Ray; and his siblings, Jim Johnson, Manuel Ray, Harry "Bub" Ray, Jr. and Cynthia Frazier.

He is survived by: his close friend Harold Erwin; his wife Cindy Ray; his children, Amy Bloomfield (Mark) and Adam Ray (Amanda); his grandchildren, Derek Bloomfield, Nathan Bloomfield and Kendall Bloomfield; and his sisters-in-law, Sue Ray, Judy Gunter (George Grayiel) and Lisa Sargent. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Calvary Baptist Youth (1424 Main St E Oak Hill, WV 25901), OHHS Alumni Association Gary Ray Scholarship (PO Box 462 Oak Hill, WV 25901) or GSU Athletic Trainer Scholarship Fund and Foundation Board (200 High Street Glenville, WV 26351).

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March 16, 2026

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March 16, 2026

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“In loving memory of Hall of Famer Gary Ray, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”


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March 15, 2026

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“In loving memory of Gary Wayne Ray, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”


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Mar 16

Visitation

Calvary Baptist Church
1424 Main St E, Oak Hill, WV 25901

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Mar 17

Visitation

Calvary Baptist Church
1424 Main St E, Oak Hill, WV 25901

Tue

Mar 17

Funeral service

Calvary Baptist Church
1424 Main St E, Oak Hill, WV 25901

Tue

Mar 17

Entombment

High Lawn Memorial Park
1435 Main St E, Oak Hill, WV 25901

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