1943
Janette
2011
Janette Ray
January 27, 1943 — November 28, 2011
Janette Ray was born January 27, 1943 in McNairy County, Tennessee the daughter of the late John Clarence and Evelyn Christine Clayton Barham.
She was united in marriage to Bobby G. Ray on May 4, 1963.
Mrs. Ray was a graduate of Bethel Springs High School. After graduation, she attended the University of Tennessee at Martin for two years, then completed her Bachelor's Degree and Masters Degree in Education from Memphis State University. Mrs. Ray was a teacher in the McNairy County School System for 37 years, and was also employed by Wal Mart for approximately 10 years. She was currently teaching the computer lab at Bethel Springs Elementary School. Her numerous students will long remember her vivacious personality, quick wit, and outstanding character. Mrs. Ray was a proud supporter of breast cancer awareness, having survived the disease herself. She was a member of the Tennessee Education Association and Central Baptist Church. She lived her life in service to the Lord, and her greatest blessing in life was her grandchildren. Friends and family will remember her endless energy, hard-working spirit, and hilarious stories. This exceptional woman, who touched so many lives, will be missed greatly.
Mrs. Ray departed this life on November 28, 2011 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 68 Years, 10 Months, 1 Day. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Bobby G. Ray of Finger, TN; two daughters, Robin Ann (Ray) Moore and husband Wayne of Selmer, TN and Ginger (Ray) Graham and husband Stephen of Henderson, TN; a son, Jeffery Todd Ray and wife Kelly of Henderson, TN; five grandchildren: Andrew Moore, Eric Moore, Kaylee Ray, Branton Stephens, and Garner Ray; and many extended family and friends.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Ray was preceded in death by a sister, JoAnn Hendrix.
She was united in marriage to Bobby G. Ray on May 4, 1963.
Mrs. Ray was a graduate of Bethel Springs High School. After graduation, she attended the University of Tennessee at Martin for two years, then completed her Bachelor's Degree and Masters Degree in Education from Memphis State University. Mrs. Ray was a teacher in the McNairy County School System for 37 years, and was also employed by Wal Mart for approximately 10 years. She was currently teaching the computer lab at Bethel Springs Elementary School. Her numerous students will long remember her vivacious personality, quick wit, and outstanding character. Mrs. Ray was a proud supporter of breast cancer awareness, having survived the disease herself. She was a member of the Tennessee Education Association and Central Baptist Church. She lived her life in service to the Lord, and her greatest blessing in life was her grandchildren. Friends and family will remember her endless energy, hard-working spirit, and hilarious stories. This exceptional woman, who touched so many lives, will be missed greatly.
Mrs. Ray departed this life on November 28, 2011 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 68 Years, 10 Months, 1 Day. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Bobby G. Ray of Finger, TN; two daughters, Robin Ann (Ray) Moore and husband Wayne of Selmer, TN and Ginger (Ray) Graham and husband Stephen of Henderson, TN; a son, Jeffery Todd Ray and wife Kelly of Henderson, TN; five grandchildren: Andrew Moore, Eric Moore, Kaylee Ray, Branton Stephens, and Garner Ray; and many extended family and friends.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Ray was preceded in death by a sister, JoAnn Hendrix.
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