of Jonesboro, AR
November 20, 1933 - June 9, 2019
Ray Broadaway, 85, of Jonesboro, pass into his heavenly life, Sunday, June 9, 2019, surrounded by his family.
He was born November 20, 1933 in Cash to William Floyd (Jeff) and Dicie (Selman) Broadaway. He graduated from Valley View and worked for 29 years at Arkansas Glass Co. Ray served as Pastor of the Rock Hill Missionary Baptist Church for 53 years. He enjoyed fishing, gardening and spending time with his family.
Preceded in death by his parents; sons, David and Gary Broadaway; granddaughter, Brandy Broadaway; brother, Norris Broadaway.
Survivors include, his loving wife of 67 years, Elois (Loggins) Broadaway; daughter, Linda (Earl) Bracken;
son, Randall (Melissa) Broadaway; grandchildren, Michael Broadaway, Cindy Metcalf, Jeffrey Broadaway, Shanna Johnson, Lisa Broadaway and Kaitlyn Hester; twelve great grandchildren, five great- great grandchildren; sisters, Barbara McDaniel and Jennetta (Kenneth) Farmer.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home at 10:00 am, Rev. Jerry Jolly officiating. Burial will follow at Bishop Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Jeffrey Broadaway, Hunter Metcalf, Earl Bracken, Shon Hester, Chuck Foley and Tim Bracken. Honorary pallbearers will be, Mark Graftenreed, Rich Norris, Rodney Bracken and members of the Jonesboro BMA.
Visitation will be, Tuesday, June 11, 2019 from 5:00 pm '''' 8:00 pm at the funeral home.
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14 Condolence(s)
Laura Hawkins Ward
Saturday, June 15, 2019
My prayers are with all of the family . I’m sorry for your great loss but rejoicing with Bro. Ray. Looking forward to reunion day.
Charles moser
Thursday, June 13, 2019
Tonya R Dunn
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Such a peaceful, loving, man. I loved watching him with his great-great granddaughters: Lexi, Laurel, and Rachel. Love was always on his face. A sweet man. God prepared a place and now he is home with God.
We are praying for the family and send our love.
Patrick and Tara Black
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Deepest sympathy and prayers for the family during this difficult time.
Chad and Shelly White
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Brother Ray was one of a kind and he will be greatly missed. He was always so kind and encouraging to me. I will always be grateful for the goodness that always surrounded him.
Matthew 25:21
Ed Raney
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Eloise, Linda and family I know this is hard , but as he leaves his memories will always be there until you meet in that Heavenly home , God bless all of you .
Byron McCrackin family
Monday, June 10, 2019
Prayers for comfort and peace in knowing Bro Ray is where he always longed to be. I know him and Emmett are praising their Heavenly Father together! ðŸ™ðŸ¼ðŸ’œ
Tammy Hargett (Hill)
Monday, June 10, 2019
So sorry for your loss! Praying for your family!! ðŸ™ðŸ¼â¤ï¸
Walter Johnson
Sunday, June 9, 2019
Ray was loved by many and will be missed. Prayers for the family especially Elois.
Jimmy and Dianne gibson
Sunday, June 9, 2019
Sis. Elois, our hearts are heavy for your loss. He was an awesome man. Jimmy was saved one Sunday when Br. Ray was preaching, and he has been special to us (even before then) but especially since that Sunday. Your family is so very precious to us, all of our family. We are kinfolks, not only by blood but also in spirit. God bless you and all the family and friends who feel this loss so badly. Love you!
Bro. Gary & Sis. Tammie Henderson
Sunday, June 9, 2019
Prayers for the family
Doris Loggins
Sunday, June 9, 2019
You are in our hearts & prayers. We love you all. Doris Loggins & Family.
Joan Gammon & Charles Gammon
Sunday, June 9, 2019
So sorry for your loss. We loved and thought the world of Ray. One of the best preachers.
Emily Brown
Sunday, June 9, 2019
Brother Ray, you will always be in my heart. Your love and dedication to my family will never be forgotten. Heaven gained a wonderful human. Rest In Peace <3 I wish I could be there with everyone to celebrate your life, but the family will continue to be in my prayers. Love you!