Ray grew up in High Springs Florida where he attended Santa Fe High graduating class of 1970. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Broadcasting from the University of Florida in 1975 which led to the founding of his radio station WYOC. He took part in the family business "Jim Douglas Chevrolet" and was a devoted member of the Church of Christ.
Ray (W4YTC) retired to live in Rainbow City Alabama where he took great joy in being involved with Gadsden Amateur Radio and served as DEC for District F. In his spare time he also worked part time with Gadsden Parks and Recreation.
Preceding him in death are his parents Baxter and Mary Lois Forrester; brother Bill Forrester; daughter Carrie Davis. He is survived by his loving Wife Dian Forrester; daughter Revenna Mason; sons Ray Forrester Jr.(Tiffany), Paul "Nick" Davis (Ann), Andrew Davis; grandchildren Victoria Mason, Nora, Charlotte, Walker, Lochlan Forrester, Sydnie, Michaela, Paul "Trey" Davis, Emma and Chloe Davis; brother Jim Forrester (Martha); sister-in-law Brenda Forrester and Brenda Bowling; sister Mary Gay (Stacie) and a host of nephews and nieces.
A Memorial Service will be held on October 29, 2019 at 11:00 am at Gadsden Church of Christ (Piedmont Cutoff). Brother Chris Gallagher officiating. Morgan Funeral Chapel announcing.
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