Rita Ellen Bray

Rita Ellen Bray, Sheldon, MO, passed away on Saturday October 16, 2021 at Truman Nursing Home in Lamar, MO. Rita was born in Lamar, MO on Christmas day in 1953 to John and Amy (Thomas) James. Living relatives include her husband of 48 years Arthur G. Bray; daughter, Nicole Bell and husband Mark; two sons, Ryan Bray and wife Theresa, and Jeremy Bray; 5 grandchildren, Zoey, Dalton, Dallas, Ashley, and Daxton Bray; and brother, John James. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Rose Hill and Shirley Heath; and brother, Ray James. A private memorial gathering will be held.