RAY----James C. Ray, 68, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 4, 2010, at his home. Mr. Ray is survived by his beloved wife, Sonia; his sons, Jay Ray of Las Cruces, NM, and David Ray of Albuquerque; his brother, Terry Ray and wife, Sandi of Houston, TX; his stepbrother, Craig Krouch and wife, Shirlee of Des Moines, IA; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and lifelong friends locally and in Iowa. Mr. Ray was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Catlin and husband, Newell; his father, Dale Ray and wife, Alicia; and his brother, Gary Ray. Mr. Ray was born in Marshalltown, Iowa on February 10, 1941 and relocated to New Mexico in 1968 to raise his family. Mr. Ray served in the U.S. Navy from 1959 until 1964. Mr. Ray retired as a Local 611 Union Electrician having worked for various companies in several NM communities. Mr. Ray was known as a very generous and friendly individual who will be sorely missed by his family and friends. Visitation will be Monday, February 8, 2010, in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, from 2:00 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. with Memorial Service at 2:15 p.m., Deacon Pablo LeFebre, presider. Private disposition will take place in Los Ojos, NM at a later date. Arrangements by:
Gabaldon Mortuary
1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
243-7861
