Nancy Ray
Nancy Ann Ray beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 2nd of natural causes at the age of 89.
Nancy was born in Dunkirk, New York, and she and her husband John made Osage Beach, MO, their home for over 40 years. As local business owners, they grew close to the community by having multiple businesses which included recreational outlets at the Tan-Tar-A resort and the Little Shop of Hers boutique. As a result, they enjoyed a community of caring friends and loved meeting new people every day Nancy fondly remembered the young people who worked for them who later grew into wonderful adults and parents themselves.
Nancy was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, John R. Ray. Nancy is survived and will be greatly missed by her three children, her son Daniel R. Ray of Sun City Center, FL, daughter Kelly R. Darata of Plano, TX, and son Todd R. Ray and daughter-in-law Cindy M. Ray, of Eldon, MO, as well as grandsons Cody R. Ray and Tyler R. Ray.
Memorial contributions to the Parkinson’s Foundation or the Shriner’s Hospitals for Children are welcome and appreciated.
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The family wants to extend a special thank you to the doctor, nurses and staff of Phoenix Home Care & Hospice for their loving care and support.
Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 1270 S Business Route 5, Camdenton, MO 65020 (573) 346-2090. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com.