Justin David Ray, 37, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away Friday June 11, 2021.  He fought a long battle against lymphoma and earned the mantra JRay Tough.

He was born in Hutchinson, Kansas, on June 1, 1984, the son of Willard and Brenda ( Zahn) Ray.

A graduate of Buhler High School.  He went on to receive an Associates Degree at Hutchinson Community College and then his Plumbing license.

Justin went on to have a successful career as the owner of JRay Plumbing.  He also had a strong passion for ranching and prided himself in being a part of the local cattleman's association, raising black angus cattle.

He is survived by his partner; Deidra Rosenberger, daughters; Harper and Briley Ray and Emma and Meacy Rosenberger, sisters; Brand Parks( and husband Dan) and Heather Fogt ( and husband Chris), nephews and niece; Caleb and Joshua Parks, and Meagan and Brady Fogt, grandmother; Kaylene Zahn.  And last, but not least his beloved pet Kit.

A viewing for family and friends will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home, 528 North Main Street, Hutchinson, Kansas.  Funeral services will be Friday, June 18, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Hope Church, 1701 North Main Street, Hutchinson, Kansas.