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Charles Ray Obituary
Charles E. "Chuck" Ray, 88, of Carmel, died April 12, 2024. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN on December 1, 1935, son of Lawrence E. and Miriam (Schuler) Ray.
Chuck graduated from Shortridge High School in 1954 and DePauw University in 1958. While in college, he was a member of the Student Senate and president of Delta Chi Social Fraternity.
Chuck along with his sons, owned and operated CE Ray Company, a manufacturer's representative agency specializing in the HVAC industry.
During his high school years in Fort Wayne, Chuck met his future wife, Frances Bagby. They married in August of 1959 and were blessed with two sons, Andrew and Steven.
Among his many interests, Chuck was an Eagle Scout and enjoyed singing in the church choir. He served as a lay Elder at Orchard Park Presbyterian Church.
In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his sister, Jean Walters.
Survivors include his devoted wife, Fran Ray; sons, Andy (Catherine) Ray, Steve (Mary) Ray; grandchildren, Abby (Zack) Brubaker, Alex (Samantha) Ray, Ian Ray, Bryan Ray, and step-granddaughter, Jennifer (Zach) Bierhaus; and 4 great-grandchildren.
Visitation for Chuck will be held Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 1 pm in Orchard Park Presbyterian Church, where the Celebration of Life Service will follow at 3 pm.
To honor Chuck, please consider donating to the music department of Orchard Park Presbyterian Church. Envelopes will be available at the service.
The family would like to express a special thanks to Autumn, the Hospice care nurse for Paradigm Health.
Bussell Family Funerals is privileged to assist the family in arrangements.
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April 19, 2024
Liz Powers Todd-Miller
Hello,
I am so very sorry for your loss, Fran was a friend to my mom, Ann Powers. Steve and I went through all the years of school together. I recall Steve knowing all the states and capitals before it was cool!! Your dad was an influential part of my childhood at Orchard Park. I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray you take with you the many blessings and lessons in life bestowed upon you by his existence and joy he bestowed upon you. In this life, we have an opportunity to recognize those that added value , those that guided and shaped, those that made a difference: He was one of those people. May you cherish the memories, may you find comfort in knowing that he resides eternally with our Father.
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