WILMINGTON — James Ray Rivenbark, 62, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019.
Ray was born in Wilmington to Horace Raeford Rivenbark and Margaret Aline Allen Rivenbark. He was a graduate of New Hanover High School retired train conductor with CSX Railroad.
Ray enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and spreading joy with cooking food for his friends and family. He was an avid Duke fan and also loved reminiscing about childhood with his friends John Wayne and Clint Eastwood.
Ray is survived by his wife, Heather Rake Rivenbark; son and daughter-in-law, James “Firetruck” Rivenbark and Anna Rivenbark; stepdaughter, Brandi Shea Lennon; grandchildren, Aiden and Liam; sister, Faye Barnhill; nephews, Timmy and Jesse Barnhill; and his best buddy, “Bubba.”
Memorial services will be held at noon, Saturday, March 16, at Wilmington Funeral Chapel with Pastor Buster West officiating services.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Amputee Coalition.
Share online condolences with the family at Wilmington Funeral & Cremation.
