James Ray Cassady

April 24, 2011

James Ray Cassady, age 74, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2011. He was born in Dixonville, Alabama, along with his twin sister, Fay.

Ray was preceded in death by his mother and father, Marie and Russell Cassady.

Ray is survived by his wife of 49 years, Pat (Scarbourgh) Cassady; his beloved daughter, Dawn (Greg) Holloway; two grandchildren, Jessica (Matt) Light and Josh (Brittney) Holloway; one brother, Don (Mattie) Cassady; one sister, Fay (Rex) McDonald; two stepchildren, Glenda Booker and Terry (Debbie) Simmons; four step-grandchildren, Heather, Kelly, John, and Katrina; two great-grandchildren, Mattie and Car ter; and ten stepgreat-grandchildren.

Ray served his country in the Air Force for four years and received an Honorable Discharge. He retired from Air Products after twenty-nine years.

Ray loved enter taining at his barn, which was called “The Mullet Hole,” with his many friends and family. He also loved fishing with his good friend, John Evans.

Ray had many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins who adored him. He was a kind and giving person, giving of himself and the fruits of his labor, especially at Christmas and bir thdays. He always gave gifts of fruit baskets and shelled pecans that he picked up. He loved giving caps to the men in his family. He had many long time friends, some he fished with and some who were his coffee buddies.

His funeral was held April 15, 2011, at Jay Funeral Home, and he was buried at Cora Cemetery, Jay, Florida.

We would like to thank Jay Hospital, Baptist Hospital and Century Care Center. A special thanks to The Hospice Team.

Ray will forever be missed by his family and friends. May you rest in peace our Dear One. We love you.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under Obituaries