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Ray L Williams
January 3, 1947 ~ October 17, 2020
Ray L. Williams, 73, of Cardinal Drive, Danville, Kentucky died October 17, 2020 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. He was born January 3, 1947 in Danville. He was the son of the late Russell Lee Williams and Kathleen Floyd Williams of Danville. Ray was predeceased by his first wife , Clarice Jean Reid Williams.
Survivors include his wife Sandra Lee Underwood Williams; one daughter, Andrea Rae Williams Mesplay (John); one sister, Janet Williams; twin grandsons, Harrison Williams Mesplay and Jackson Graham Mesplay all of Danville; Sandra’s children, Lisa S. Euler (David), Richard D. Stump (Lisa Anne) all of Scott County. He is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Jeanette Haga and Deborah Stanley of Grayson County, Virginia. Ray is also survived by Clarice’s sisters, Barbara True (Curtis) of Liberty, Virginia Kendrick (George) of Lexington; nephew, Gary True (Mindy) of Harrodsburg; nieces, Audrey True Rousey (Scott) of Liberty, Davida Gyr (Ron) of Frankfort and Heather Johnson of Frankfort.
Ray was an Army veteran having served active and reserves for fourteen and a half years, discharged with the rank of E-8 (First Sergeant). He earned two college degrees from Eastern Kentucky University. He retired from teaching in June of 2005 after teaching for thirty-one years. He was a member of the National Rifle Association, Kentucky Retired Teachers Association, National Retired Teachers Association and the American Welding Society. He was a member of Indian Hills Christian Church. Ray taught Sunday School for many years and was a Youth Group leader at Lexington Avenue Baptist Church. He was an avid genealogist and loved spending time with his family and friends.
The funeral service will be held Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 1 p.m. at Indian Hills Christian Church. Reverend Odis Clark will officiate. Burial will follow at Bellevue Cemetery. Visitation will from 12 – 1 prior to the service. Andrea and John will not be receiving friends at the visitation. Please leave messages and Hugs from Home for Andrea at www.stithcares.com. Pallbearers are Richard Stump, Gary True, Scott Rousey, Michael Euler, Ricky Euler, Dave Euler, Connor True, Harrison Mesplay and Jackson Mesplay. Honorary Pallbearers are Ervin Farmer, David Williams, Jerry Germann, Eddie Durr, Duane Flora, Hugh Jones and the Barnabas Sunday School Class. Memorial donations are suggested to the Indian Hills Christian Church building fund “Living Stone.” Hugs from Home and an online guestbook are available at www.stithcares.com.
Visitation : 12 pm to 1pm Thursday, October 22, 2020 at Indian Hills Christian Church
Funeral Service : 1 pm Thursday, October 22, 2020 at Indian Hills Christian Church
Burial: Bellevue Cemetery
So sorry he was a good friend
Mr. Williams worked with my mother for many years. He was one of my favorite people at the school. He was always very kind my mother held him in high regards. So very sorry for your loss
Prayers for the family
Gods peace and love
so sorry
Thoughts and prayers
Ray was a wonderful man, a true gentleman. He was a blessing to our family and we will all miss him greatly. Thankful that we will see him again some day.
Sorry for your loss.
Ray was a precious, dear, friend. He was a jewel. Keeping Andrea, John, Harrison and Jackson in love and prayers. Glenda and David
Honoring precious Ray. Ray was a dear friend…actually a jewel. Praying and loving Andrea, John, Harrison and Jackson. Special appreciation to Audrey True Rousey.
I went to Harrodsburg voc school in the yrs 92/93 Mr Williams was teaching I really enjoyed being one of his students he taught me a lot I am really going to miss him thank you ,Mr Williams (RIP)
Andrea, I have been praying for you and for Ray in recent days. Just know that I have fond memories of Clarice and Ray when we were young couples at LABC. I saw Ray at another funeral service at church several months ago. He was such a nice, gentle man. Prayers continue as you face the days ahead. Grace, peace, love, and prayers! Brenda Hendrickson
Our deepest sympathy.
Andrea, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We love you and will continue to pray for you in the time to come.
Hugs and Prayers!!!
Sending love and hugs honoring your wonderful father! All the precious memories I have !!! An Angel for sure to watch over you all! XOXO
Andrea, Just wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and everyone today. Uncle Ray was a wonderful man who will never be forgotten! Wish we could have been there in person but know our hearts are with you!! Love Karen, Tom, Jared and Aunt Gay
Andrea, I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out today. Ray was a wonderful friend, a gentleman by all means. You have my prayers, Ray will be miss….Prayers, Bill.