SIDNEY – Ronald Dale "Ron" Ray, 65, of Sidney passed away peacefully on Monday (April 13, 2015).
Ron was born in Cairo on July 16, 1949, to Lester and Rosalie (Lindsey) Ray.
He graduated from St. Joseph-Ogden High School in 1968 and went on to graduate from Eastern Illinois University in 1973.
He was married to Paula Karlau on Dec. 18, 1970. He was the owner of Ron Ray & Associates and was co-owner of Loman-Ray Insurance.
He was an active trustee of the C-U Elks Club No. 2497, Moose Lodge No. 1001 and American Legion No. 71. He enjoyed spending time camping and boating in Shelbyville and being around family and friends. He will be remembered forever in the hearts of many.
Survivors include his loving mother, Rosalie of Sidney; his three sons, Travis (Leah) Ray of Royal, Troy (Andrea) Ray of Royal and Tim Ray of St. Joseph; and five cherished grandchildren, Addison Rose, Korben Dale, Elcie Elizabeth, Graham Michael and Easton Charles Ray.
Services and interment will be privately held by the family.
Memorials in Ron's name may be made to C-U Illinois Elks Association Children's Care Corp., C/O C-U Elks Lodge No. 2497, 903 N. Dunlap Ave., Savoy, IL 61874-9611.
Please join Ron's family in sharing video, pictures and memories on his tribute wall atwww.sunsetfuneralhome.com.
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