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Mr. Marion Ray Gilley of Slocomb passed away Monday, February 3, 2025 at his home after an extended illness. He was 81.
Mr. Gilley was born on February 9, 1943, in Houston County, to the late Emon Edward and Kathryn Hanners Gilley.
In addition to his parents, son, Mark Gilley; brother, Gerald Gilley; and granddaughter, Hannah Gilley, all preceded him in death.
Ray is survived by two sons: Marion Ray Gilley, Jr. (Leslie), and Darren Gilley (Andrea); four grandchildren: Caitlyn Gilley, Aselyn Griswold (Collier), Averie Gilley and Trey Gilley; two great-grandchildren, Skylar Wimbush and Graham Griswold; sister, Mary McAllister (Don), three brothers: Gary Gilley, Robert Gilley (Liz) and William “Billy” Gilley; numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that you make a memorial contribution in Ray’s memory to the charity of your choice.
A private graveside service will be held at a later date with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.
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