Born in Wichita Falls Texas to parents, Clifton and Pauline Self on December 7, 1947. He passed away in his home on June 28th, 2011
The family moved to El Paso Texas when he was 5 years old. He joined the Army in December of 1967 and served in Vietnam where he was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. After an Honorable discharge in 1970 he moved to Houston. His professional life was owner of Ray’s Produce for nearly 40 years. He was well known by his customers and the catering and restaurant industry. His hobby’s included Backgammon and he played with friends or on-line daily.
He is preceded in death by his parents Alta Pauline “Polly” Self and Clifton Self. He is survived by His wife of 38 years, Sandy Self, Daughter, Sara B Self, Son, Clifton “Ray” Self Jr. and wife Kathryn. His pride and joy; Grandchildren Clifton Ray Self III and Keenum Lee Self, His brother Jim Self and wife Teri and numerous nieces and nephews. Sister In-Law, Vivian Myers and Brother In-Law Dennis Myers and wife Cammy.
Contributions can be made in memory of Ray to American Heart Association WWW.heart.org
Honorary Pallbearers are: Ray Self Jr. Gary Fagg, Jim Self, George Cazares, Steven Chambers, Dennis Myers. A Memorial service and Celebration of Ray’s life will be held on Wednesday July 6th at two o’clock in the afternoon in the Chapel at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home and Cemetery. 12800 Westheimer Rd, Houston, Texas 77077
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