Left to cherish his memory is the love of his life, Wife of 53 years, Maria G. Aranda, 5 children Diana, David, Nancy, Anthony, and Jennifer, 11 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, brother Alex, sisters Anita, Sista and Nestora. He was son of Sixto and Ysidora Aranda of Safford Arizona. He moved to Tolleson at the age of 5. After graduating from TUHS he was drafted in the Army serving 2 years. After serving he worked for the Post Office for 33 years. Ray enjoyed taking his family on trips to Estrella Park, the beach and Disneyland. He loved oldies, dog races and the casino. He idolized Pat Tillman & John F. Kennedy. Ray was a loving soul to friends and strangers alike. Known for his quotes “Good Food, Good Friends, Good Family” & “Broke but Happy”.
Visitation will be Friday, May 5th, 9-11 am @ Crystal Rose
Burial and Honors, 12:45 pm @ Holy Cross Cemetery
