Shirley Ann Ray

Shirley Ray (née Williams), age 90, died on January 17, 2024, in Charlotte, NC. Shirley was born and raised in Westfield NJ, and moved to Garwood NJ after marriage, where she lived for 40 years, before retiring to Jensen Beach FL for 25 years, and then moving to Charlotte NC 3 years ago.

Shirley was a homemaker for many years, then a bookkeeper for various companies in NJ. She participated in many volunteer community roles in Garwood, including Girl Scout leader, Jaycees, PTA, and Women’s Auxiliary of the Garwood Fire Department.

Shirley married her high school sweetheart, H. Gordon Ray, in 1954, and enjoyed 69 happy years of marriage, until her death. She is survived by her husband, Gordon of Charlotte NC, daughter Diane Kincaid (Michael) of Fort Mill SC, daughter Susan Ray (John Fish) of Chester Springs PA, and son Darren Ray (Pamela) of Leesburg VA. Ten grandchildren: Amanda Ray Insetta, Brian Ray, Nicole Kincaid, Eric Kincaid, Ryan Schiano, Evan Deakyne, Sierra Fish, Tristan Fish, Jack Ray, and Samuel Ray. And five great-grandchildren: Madison Insetta, Henry Insetta, Cameron Howatch, Elaina Howatch, and Cole Salerno.

Shirley was predeceased by her parents, Helen (née Collani) and Royalston Williams, sister Patricia Keene, and brother Edward Williams. She was also predeceased by her son, Michael Ray.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com.