of Conway, AR
May 9, 1940 - July 5, 2023
10-4 This is the "Ugly Buzzard" signing out.
Jessie C. Ray, 83, passed away on Wednesday July 5, 2023. He was born May 9, 1940 to Jess and Bessie Ray in Dyer County, Tennessee.
Jessie leaves his wife, Loyce; two daughters, Cherry (David), Donna (Charlie); three sons, Brian, Darren and Chris; eight grandchildren, Colt (Laynie) Chyla (Dylan), Jeremy, Christian, Kylie, Braylon, Paige and Aaron; five great-grandchildren, Colton, Addie, Everleigh, Remmy and Natalie. He is also survived by three brothers, Jerry, Roger and David and three sisters, Joy, Peggy and Barbara.
Jessie is preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Thea; one sister, Sue and one brother, Hildre.
Jessie will be remembered for his love of 18 wheelers. For the many miles he traveled over 46 years, from east to west, north to south. He could drive anywhere one time and never need directions. He had his own built in GPS.
Jessie loved his wife of 37 years, unconditionally. He loved his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren with all of his heart. We will always remember those entertaining stories he would tell and his jokes and teasing nature. But most of all he will be remembered for his love of God. He prayed for us all daily and those prayers will definitely be missed.
In his later years, when Dementia disease robbed him of his strength and memory, it also gave him a softness we treasured. During this time, he taught us patience and allowed us to show him a small measure of love he so long showed us.
Visitation will be from 6pm to 8pm Friday, July 7th at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Funeral services will be held at 2pm, Saturday at the funeral home with Bro. Danny Finney and Bro. Tim Harris officiating . Burial will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park. Serving as pallbearers will be Darren Colt Henderson, Colton Henderson, Chrystian Ray, Ricky Ray, Larry Chris Valentine and Aaron Ellison.
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16 Condolence(s)
Dinah Ambrose-Blake
Saturday, July 15, 2023
Dear Loyce & family, So very sorry to hear I of Jessie’s passing. Sending you love and prayers. I remember when you & he met at Walmart, in the good old days. He was always smiling & chatting when you saw him & Cherry shopping. I know he’s at peace, he was such a sweet spirt, always laughing, with something good to say. Love you,
Keeping you in my prayers.
Paul Beavers
Sunday, July 9, 2023
Enjoyed working with Jessie (JR) at UCA. He was all ways reliable and kept a clean and
Armor all’d vehicle. He kept it so clean that you would slide around everywhere in it.
Steering wheel was so slick it was hard to hold on and turn it.
I’m sorry for your loss and may God look after him and you and your family.
Sincerely,
Paul Beavers
Paul Beavers
Saturday, July 8, 2023
Enjoyed working with Jessie (JR) at UCA. He was all ways reliable and kept a clean and
Armor all’d vehicle. He kept it so clean that you would slide around everywhere in it.
Steering wheel was so slick it was hard to hold on and turn it.
I’m sorry for your loss and may God look after him and you and your family.
Sincerely,
Paul Beavers
Vikki Valentine
Friday, July 7, 2023
Miss Loyce, may the Lord bless and keep you during this difficult time. Gordy called and told me of your loss. I pray for peace and strength in your heart. A hui hou my friend.
Dorothy D Matthews
Friday, July 7, 2023
Loyce, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m say prayers for you and all the family.
Lori Davis
Friday, July 7, 2023
So sorry Loyce about Jessie. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Love ya!
Sandra Espy
Thursday, July 6, 2023
Remembering a happier time when Jessie would bring us fresh crappie and conversations out on the driveways. Hopefully he and Elmer are catching up with each other. God’s peace, Loyce.
Preston / Maricon Turner
Thursday, July 6, 2023
Brian , Ms. Loyce , Darren and Family . We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you during this difficult time.
oc valentine
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
jESSIE i MAY HAVE NOT TOLD YOU ENOUGH BUT i kNOW you KNEW HOW PLEASED i WAS with how GOOD YOU was with My Aunt. YOU BLESSED us all by just being you.
Matt and Melissa Jerrell
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Loyce and Family
We are so sorry to hear about Jessie’s passing. Your family will be in our prayers. Hang onto those wonderful memories in the dark days ahead. He is now healed and with our Savior.
Matt and Melissa
Marvin and Becky Wendel
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Jessie is now resting in the presence of the one he talked about so very often His Lord and Saviour. Our prayers and condolences are going out to his family. May God Be With all of you in the days to come. Remember this is not so long just see you later.
Mary-Catherine Flanagin Glover
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Loyce , Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers! â¤ï¸
Sheryl Stewart
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
So sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers for Loyce & the family. He was just an all-round good guy & God gained an angel.
Brenda K Mathis
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
10-4 over N out... I remember him and my dad talking on those CBs. Im sorry for your loss, Loyce.
dorothy Stewart Morlan
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
So sorry to hear about Jessie / He was a very nice pleasant man to be around. May God surround Loyce and all the family with His Redeeming Love. Love and Prayers to all.We know He is pain free and with His Mighty Savior. Love Fred and Dorothy Morlan.
Bob Barham
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Loyce and family:
I am so sorry to learn of Jessie's passing. He was such a great guy. My deepest sympathy, and prayers for strength. I know you will miss him dearly. God Bless. Rest easy Jessie.