Ray
Mendon “Tom” Ray, 88, died on March 7, 2026, in Joplin, Mo. He was born July 4, 1937, in Lebanon, Okla. Mendon married Bertha Jo Wright on February 15, 1958.
Tom is survived by his wife Jo Ray; daughter, Deanna M. Brix and spouse Tim; son, Thomas Joseph Ray and spouse Sharin (Williamson); grandchildren, Bailey and Caleb Brix, Marc, Rose, Wolfgang and Sebastian Ray; great grandchildren Nolan and Elijah Brix.
Memorial Services for will be May 15, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church 2423 W. 26th St., Joplin, Mo. 64804. Please watch the Ozark Memorial Website for the full Obituary, and Instructions for participating via online live streaming for remote viewing of the service.
ThefamilywelcomesyourstoriesandrecipesfromTom’s era 1937-2026. We invite you to join us as we remember and celebrate a great man who walked with a tender heart. Your love and support bolsters and encourages us in this challenging time. We share our hearts with you and hope you walk in Beauty today and always.