William Michael Ray, son of Charles Len Ray and Margaret Anne Jones Ray, was born on Sunday, January 6, 1963, in Fort Wayne, IN and departed this life on Friday, August 11, 2023, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro at the age of 60 years, 7 months and 5 days. Mr. Ray had worked as an installation technician for DISH network. He is survived by a son, Jason Ray; a daughter, Cassandra Ray Pierce, and 6 grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Powell Funeral & Cremation Services, Kennett is in charge of arrangements.