Gary Ray

Gary Ray The Man 1951 2009 Gary Alvin Ray passed away February 4, 2009 in Sandy, UT. He was born April 27, 1951 to Louis S. and Althea M. Ray. Gary had a love for cars, brunettes, bling, Stunna-shades, gambling, Utah Utes and the Utah Jazz. Gary had such a love for people and always shared a handshake and flashed that contagious smile. His soft sweet touch will be missed. Gary we were so lucky to have had you for this time but now we are comforted to know that you will finally be with your parents who love you so dearly. You will always be The Man with the prettiest shoes. Hats off to the incredible inspiration of our lives. Peace out and thumbs up! The family would like to express their heart-felt thanks to all of those who have helped in the care of Gary over the years - Danville, Brookside Apartments, Conquest Mens Home, and Crosslands Nursing Facility. A special thanks to Beth Hanten for her warmth and compassion. He is preceded in death by his father, Louis S. Ray, and mother, Althea M. Ray. He is survived by his sister, Sandra Stansfield; sister, Cathy Stoehr (Ernest); brother Michael Ray (Jan); niece Jeri Carver (Greg); niece, Deborah Roberts (Anthony); niece Becca Chandler (Mitch); niece Anissa Swenson (Lynn); nephew, Chad Stoehr (Carrie); niece, Stephanie Ray; nephew, Max Ray along with the Greatest Great nieces and nephews: Linsy, Mcinsy, Gregory, Levi, Austin, Paige, Kaedon, Nyle, Madison, Rhylie. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 10, 2009, at 12:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Homes, 4330 South Redwood Road. Friends and family may call both Monday 6 8 p.m. and Tuesday 11:00 12:00 a.m. Interment will be held Tuesday 1:30 at Redwood Memorial Estates, 6500 South Redwood Road, Salt Lake City, UT.