Chester Lavaughn Ray

Chester Lavaughn Ray, 71, of Billingsley died Thursday, January 8, 2015 at his residence. He was born on Monday, November 22, 1943 in Alabama, Son of the late William Ernest Ray and the late Rosa Lee Patterson. He was a Steward with an Offshore Oil Field. Surviving are Daughter, Melody R. Gallet of Billingsley, AL; Granddaughter, Devan J. Gallet of Billingsley, AL; Grandson, Damian L. Gallet of Billingsley, AL; Great Grandson, Colton B. Edwards of Billingsley, AL; 6 Brothers, Royce Ray of Jemison, AL, Bobby Ray of Randolph, AL, Wayne Ray of Jemison, AL, Michael Ray of Jemison, AL, Rodger Ray of Bessemer, AL, Richard Ray of Columbiana, AL; 2 Sisters, Chestine Macon of Jemison, AL, Sharon Pledger of Clanton, AL. He was preceded in death by Parents, William Ernest & Rosa Lee Ray; Brothers & Sisters, Athlone Ray, Merle Dean Todd, Hubert Ray, Oneal Ray & Danny Ray. Friends will be received from 2-3, Sunday, January 11. 2014 at Martin Chapel. Services will be held Sunday, January 11, 2015, at 3:00 pm. at Martin Chapel with Rev. Hollis Todd officiating. Martin Funeral Home directing. You may leave online condolences for the family on our website. www.martinfuneralhomeinc.com