Shirley Jo Ann Ray 1948-2025 Shirley Jo Ann Ray of

Shirley Jo Ann Ray 1948-2025 Shirley Jo Ann Ray of Marrietta, Okla., passed from this life on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the age of 76, peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on Friday, Dec. 31, 1948, in Albuquerque to Ellen Margaret (Wride) and Lawrence E. Colson. She was a lifelong resident of Los Lunas, and spent the last five years in Marietta, Okla. Shirley lived a life dedicated to her family, faith and community. She worked in various roles throughout her life, including as a cosmetologist, an EMT and a school bus driver, touching many lives through her service and care. A devoted member of Eastside Baptist Church, Shirley's faith was central to her life. She found joy in spending time outdoors, hosting family gatherings and watching her great-grandchildren play. She had a passion for gardening, raising chickens, and crocheting, hobbies that reflected her nurturing spirit and love for the simple pleasures in life. On July 14, 1967, Shirley married the love of her life, James Howard Ray, in Belen. Together, they built a strong and loving family, sharing a marriage of 57 beautiful years. Shirley is preceded in death by her father, Lawrence Colson; her mother, Ellen Colson; and her brother, Ronald Colson. She is survived by her husband, James Howard Ray, of Marietta, Okla.; her son, Jeff Ray, and his wife, Joanna, of Williamsburg, Va.; her daughter, Jodi Oyler, and her husband, Daniel, of Marietta, Okla.; her grandchildren, Cameron Coleman and wife, Ola of Ardmore, Okla., Devin Coleman and wife, Cynthia, of Marietta, Okla., Wade Ray and wife, Coral, of Henderson, Nev., Brianna Coleman, of Ardmore, Okla., and Kincade Ray, of Henderson, Nev.; and her seven beloved great-grandchildren, Aaliyah, Lainxtyn, Ali, Gatlin, Eastyn, Gianna and Sadie. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Eastside Baptist Church in Shirley's memory. Shirley's love, kindness and unwavering faith will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, March 13, at Eastside Baptist Church, 107 N. Fernwood Ave., Marietta, Okla. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Gordon Funeral Home, 221 N. Third, Durant, PH-580-916-9090.