Birth Date: 08/02/1951
Deceased Date: 03/03/2023
Clayton – Deborah Lee Ray Richards, age 71, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023, in the Brian Center of Clayton. Born on August 2, 1951, in Wake County she was a daughter of the late Henry and Nellie Ray. She is preceded in death by her sister, Wyonsley Ray.
Deborah was a strong and sweet spirited lady. She always had a positive outlook on things even when the odds were against her. She was a hard worker and very determined lady. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister. She loved all her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Some other things she enjoyed were; watching General Hospital, listening to Elvis, cooking and she loved decorating for the holidays, especially Christmas. Some of her pastimes also included; going shopping and getting her hair and nails done. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Parrish Funeral Home in Selma.
She is survived by her children; Nathan Trotter (Melissa) of Clayton, Wesley Trotter and girlfriend Jenae Klinger of Clayton, Tiffany George (Chris) of Middlesex, brother, Hank Ray (Kizlena) of Clayton, and eight grandchildren whom she loved dearly.
