Howard Eugene Ray, 66, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 18, 2021.

Howard was born on July 4, 1955 in Paducah, KY.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Barbara Ray Mix and Bobby Gene Ray and brother, Mike.

He wanted to be remembered for his love of family and friends, love for his God, helping others by fixing things, working for TVA and playing music.

He attended Brainerd Baptist Church and was a member of the Meade/Evans Sunday School class. He enjoyed vacationing in Daytona Beach, going to Braves games, working on home projects, painting and attending concerts. He retired from TVA after working over 30 years in a variety of jobs.

Howard is survived by his wife; Betsy Ray; daughter, Alison of Nashville, TN; sister and brother-in-law, Cindy and Don Corder of Kevil, KY; his special granddaughter, Madalynn; grandsons, Brady, Blake and TW. He is also loved and missed by Betsy's children, Harrison, Mallory (Tommy) and Meredith. Additionally, he is survived by Alison's mother, Susan; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Twitter.

A graveside service will be on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at Hamilton Memorial Gardens  Cemetery in Hixson at 3:00 pm with Reverend Jim Evans officiating.

There will be no public visitation.

Serving as pallbearers will be Harrison Fox, Fred Murray, Don Corder, Russell Lee, Tom Meade, and David Shields.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Brainerd Baptist Church, 300 Brookfield Avenue, Chattanooga, 37411 or online at www.brainerdbaptist.org.

Share your memories and express your condolences at www.hamiltionfuneraloptions.com.

Arrangements are by Hamilton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 4506 Hixson Pike. (423) 531-3975.