Michael Lynn Ray, 55, died Sunday, October 18, 2020 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal, Kansas. He was born on May 2, 1965 in Liberal, Kansas, the son of J.D. and Lovesta (Parker) Ray.

Mike attended Liberal Schools, he graduated with a GED from Seward County Community College and attended Seward County Community College Vocational Technical School HVAC program. He worked at Purina as a mixer, and at National Beef in refrigeration. Michael was so proud of his son, Austin, and spent as much time with him as he could.

Michael is survived by his:

Mother
Lovesta Ray of Liberal, Kansas

Ex-Wife
April Coker of Norman, Oklahoma

Son
Austin Wade Ray of Liberal, Kansas

Brothers
Jimmy Ray and his wife Laurie of Wellston, Oklahoma
Randy Ray of Mustang, Oklahoma

Sister
Sharan Ray of Liberal, Kansas

Mike was also survived by many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, J.D. Ray.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 22, 2020 at the Hornung Family Funeral Home from 9am to 7pm. Family will be present to greet friends from 5PM – 7PM. While Lovesta and the family deeply appreciates all the outpouring of support from her family, friends, and community, we will kindly request that all visitors to please wear a mask and please do not hug or shake hands with the family during these difficult times. The funeral home will request all visitors maintain social distancing and will be following CDC guidelines regarding Covid-19. A casket veil will be in use for this visitation. Funeral Services will be at 10am on Friday, October 23, 2020 at Hornung Family Funeral Home, 1212 W. 2nd St. Liberal, Kansas, 67901. Burial will be at 4:00PM in the Fairview Cemetery in Elk City, Oklahoma with Pastor Wayne Ray presiding.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hornungfuneralhome.com