He was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on June 18, 1982 to Debra Burash and Mark Ray. He was employed at Mechanical Products Nevada Inc. and worked as a Project Manager in the Air Distribution Department.
Richard enjoyed spending time with his son, Henry Ray (8), doing outdoor activities including fishing, sports, bike riding, swimming, ATV riding, gaming, and any activity that Henry enjoyed. His favorite thing to do was to spend quality time together with his son at Duck Creek, Utah. He was an avid Vegas Golden Knights and Las Vegas Raiders fan and enjoyed watching the games with his Dad. He had a passion for motorcycles which he also shared with his Dad. He was a dedicated and proud father to Henry. He was also a wonderful son, brother, grandson and nephew. Richard will be remembered for his kind, caring, and loving personality. He was a friend to all.
He is survived by his son, Henry Ray; parents, Mark and Diane Ray of Henderson, NV; sister, Brandy (Phil) Wert of Wendell, ID; brothers Dan Ray and Jonathan Stone of Jerome, ID; step-brothers Ryan (Lisa) Hesson of Lucas, TX, and Jeremy Hesson of Las Vegas, NV. He is also survived by Henry’s mother, Katie (Bruce) Lindholm; his grandmothers June Ray of Chandler, AZ and Nila Burash of Jerome, ID; his girlfriend, Shawna Richards and her son, James; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and extended family. Waiting for him with open arms and preceding him in death are his mother, Debra Burash; grandfathers, Daniel Burash, Sherman Ray, and Elmer Van Boxtel; and his beloved Black Lab, Bud.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 3rd, at 2:00 p.m. at Palm Mortuary-Eastern, in Las Vegas, NV. Reception to follow at the home of Mark and Diane Ray.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your favorite charity. Please always remember to be kind to one another as life is way too short!
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