Julia M. Ray
February 23, 2020
Julia M. Ray, 74, passed away February 23, 2020 at Regency Care Center in Norwalk.
Julia was born July 19, 1945. She was a lifelong Des Moines resident. On July 19, 1976, she married Donald Ray, Sr. During her working years Julia was a tax preparer. After having Lisa Marie, she stayed at home to run her household. Julia loved gardening, cross-stitching and crafting. Genealogy was very important to her. Julia’s family was her first love, she enjoyed cooking and feeding her family. She also loved music and dancing.
Julia was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Cleta McKeehan; sisters, Janet Faye (John) Taylor and Joanne Gay Webb; and her brother, Robert Lee McKeehan, Jr.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Don Ray, Sr.; siblings, Linda Lou Taylor, Carol Ann (Mike) Walls and William Spencer (Elizabeth) McKeehan; daughter, Lisa Marie (Danny) Brown; 19 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and multiple nieces and nephews.
Julia and Don’s house was a home for every person who walked in, especially if you had no family at all.
Those planning on an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to Lisa Marie.
A celebration of Julia's life will be held at Faith Independent Assembly of God, 6001 SW 14th Street, Des Moines on Saturday, July 18, 2020 beginning at 11:00 a.m. There will be a reception directly after the service.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Pam Clark
07/05/2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take comfort knowing she's with our Lord. Love you,
Pam & Murry
Randi (Mutchler) Hutchinson
04/22/2020
I grew up knowing the McKeehan family in our old neighborhood. I am so very sorry for the loss of Judy as well as Bob. Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you can kind strength and some peace in all of your memories. Thinking of you all.
Tim and Erika Eckley
03/14/2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Don, you and Judy were always so kind and inviting to us. We are grateful for all the stories, help, and sharing from you both over the years. Please let us know how we can support you now and in the future.
Teresa Davis
02/29/2020
Sending light and strength to you both. As days turn into weeks... lean on friends and family...memories will bring smiles. Thinking of you both, today.
Dan Madole Sr.
02/26/2020
God Bless the Family I send my Blessings. RIP Judy.
Bill and Beth Mckeehan
02/25/2020
Love you Judy!! See you on the other side of the River and in the presence of our Lord!