Junior “Buddy” Ray (August 19, 1952 - August 07, 2021)

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Junior “Buddy” Ray
  • August 19, 1952
  • -
  • August 07, 2021

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Buddy was born in Ocala Florida. He graduated from Forest High School in 1971. He graduated from Community College in 1973. Buddy did communication work for a living, including Kennedy Space Center for 26 years. He is survived by his wife of 40 years Lori, two daughters ,Shannon and Stephanie, four sisters, Betty, Mary, Doris and Wanda, three grandsons, and two granddaughters. Buddy loved hunting and fishing. He will be missed by all of us.

Service

Location:
Graveside Forest Hill Cemetery
Weirsdale FL

Date & Time:
August 14, 2021 at 11:00 AM



Visitation

Times:
August 14, 2021
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM



Location:
Graveside


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  1. Preston Emery says:
    22 Oct 2021
    I have cherished every moment I spent with papa. We has a great blessing to this world and could bring happiness to the saddest people. I love you papa. Goodbye

  2. Preston Emery says:
    22 Oct 2021
    I cherished every moment Buddy was on this earth. Now we is in a better place. Love you Papa❤️

  3. Preston Emery lit a candle:
    22 Oct 2021
    Lit since October 22, 2021 at 10:59:51 PM

  4. Danny & Julie Sweat says:
    20 Aug 2021
    We will always remember Bud as the candy man. He always had a piece of candy to share along with a huge smile. He was such a great man. He will be missed. Much love to Lori, Shannon, Stephanie and the family.

  5. Rocky Rauckhorst lit a candle:
    19 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 19, 2021 at 8:45:59 AM

  6. Austin Emery says:
    17 Aug 2021
    I Miss you very much Papa and I hope your having fun in heaven as You will be missed and Always very Loved and I will continue to hunt as your the one who got me started on it. I love you and Miss you and wish you did not have to go at such a young age.

  7. Austin Emery lit a candle:
    17 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 17, 2021 at 8:08:30 AM

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    17 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 17, 2021 at 8:06:24 AM

  9. Shannon Ray Emery says:
    16 Aug 2021
    Daddy, you were a great dad and friend. We’re all sad that we don’t have you, but we rejoice that you’re with the Lord. I’ll see you in Heaven!
    Love You Always!

  10. Ricky stevens says:
    16 Aug 2021
    I’m so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you

  11. Steve Murphy says:
    15 Aug 2021
    Buddy was a great man and leader. I was so sorry to see him leave KSC. He was a professional and a man with a great heart. God bless his family at this time.

  12. Madison Emery says:
    14 Aug 2021
    Love you forever papa you were the most amazing grandpa ever You always knew how to make everyone smile and laugh l will miss your jokes and your stories and you wearing your goofy cowboy hats which we all know you loved wearing them I love you

  13. Madison Emery lit a candle:
    14 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 14, 2021 at 8:10:33 PM

  14. Lance Emery says:
    14 Aug 2021
    Buddy was a great man and was a like another Dad to me. He loved me and treated me like one of his son’s and I cherish all the great memories we built and shared together. Many of those memories were attributed to us hunting, fishing and deer camp in West Virginia. Buddy loved and served his family in an amazing way! He will be missed beyond measure.

  15. Marion Pasteur says:
    14 Aug 2021
    Buddy, you were one of the funniest guys I ever knew. Rest in peace my old friend.
    Tommy Pasteur

  16. Barry Gamble lit a candle:
    13 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 13, 2021 at 8:55:21 PM

  17. Steve Tygrett says:
    13 Aug 2021
    I remember the first time I met Buddy at deer camp in W.Va, he said his name was Buddy Ray and my response was “Buddy Ray what?” He fit right in, as most guys in W.Va are known by 2 first names and no last name.He was a wonderful person and had a hair trigger when it came to jokes. Speaking for all of the guys at deer camp, we will miss you tremendously. RIP Buddy

  18. Jenn Knox says:
    12 Aug 2021
    Buddy Ray always had a great joke to tell and make everyone laugh! I enjoyed working with Buddy in many arenas and he definitely took pride in his Groups! To his family, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope your memories of Buddy will carry you through this difficult time.

  19. Wanda Phillips says:
    12 Aug 2021
    Buddy,
    Thank you for being my brother,God gave you a gift of laughter and you made us all laught .The jokes and the way told stories was all funny. What a gift only God gives I love you fover wanda

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    12 Aug 2021
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    12 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 12, 2021 at 8:57:48 AM

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    12 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 12, 2021 at 8:31:31 AM

  24. Bill Wilson says:
    12 Aug 2021
    Buddy was a good friend to all who knew him. It is for sure and certain that he will be missed. RIP Friend!!

  25. Bill Wilson lit a candle:
    12 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 12, 2021 at 8:56:50 AM

  26. Angel Melendez lit a candle:
    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:51:28 PM

  27. Les Facemyer says:
    11 Aug 2021
    A good man and great friend. He’ll be greatly missed by all his friends in West Virginia.

  28. Bob Renick lit a candle:
    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:50:10 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:16:15 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:59:53 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:58:53 PM

  32. Dallas Wright says:
    11 Aug 2021
    It was my privilege to work with Buddy, he brought a warm smile, and a dedicated work ethic to the Cable section at KSC.
    He was a giver of good advice and a great cooperating spirit.
    God Bless Buddy's sweet family in his absence.

  33. Dallas Wright lit a candle:
    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:15:32 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:09:53 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:35:00 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:30:33 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:24:31 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:24:13 PM

  39. Gerald S. Schwartz says:
    11 Aug 2021
    Buddy was a wonderful person to work with. Always helpful with normal everyday work as well as the more difficult issues that often occurred.
    He was pretty calm-natured, and I think his calm demeanor often kept the rest of us calm as well.
    I am honored to have known and worked with him for many years. He will be missed by many.

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:16:43 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:56:16 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:07:35 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:50:30 PM

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    11 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 11, 2021 at 8:32:17 PM

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    10 Aug 2021
    Lit since August 10, 2021 at 8:22:21 PM

  49. Rebecca Emery says:
    10 Aug 2021
    Knowing you for so many years, you always had a smile on your face and seemed to be positive. You were a great father in law to my son, Lance, as well as a great father to the girls and grandfather. You will be missed dearly by all your loved ones. RIP Buddy! Love, Rebecca Emery and Stan Jordan

  50. Rebecca Gary says:
    09 Aug 2021
    Uncle Buddy,
    I will miss you dearly. You were so funny with your jokes. Your hunting and fishing stories; I will miss especially. Thank you for the time you gave me to know you and be a your niece. Love you and miss you...Becky

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