James Douglas Ray

James Douglas Ray passed away October 8, 2019, in Decatur, Texas.  He was born October 31, 1944, in Sherman, Texas, to James E. Ray and Maudie L. Ray (nee Phelps). Visitation:  Thursday, October 10, 2019, 6-8 PM, White’s Funeral Chapel Funeral Service:  Friday, October 11, 2019, 1:00 PM, First Baptist Church, Springtown Interment:  Annis Chapel Cemetery, Springtown, Texas James was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Sandra Ray. He served in the United States Air Force.  James was a retired Battalion Chief with the Fort Worth Fire Department with over 30 years service.    James is survived by his wife, Linda (Owens) Ray; son, Mike Ray (Judy);  daughter, Carla Garrett (Tim); son-in-law, Ken Allen; Grandsons, Dylan Ray, Max Allen, Cooper Garrett; granddaughters, Faith Allen, Jill Ray; and great-granddaughter, Everleigh Anderson.