Monday, October 19, 2026

Peggy Lynn Ray

 Peggy Lynn Ray, 76, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2026, at her home in Sturgis, Mississippi, with her loving family by her side. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 24, at Wake Forest Cemetery in Sturgis with Bro. Brad Creely officiating.

Peggy is survived by her husband of 60 years, Jerry Ray; and two daughters, Jan Collier (Chris) of Louisville, Mississippi, and Robin Ratcliff (Bob) of Sturgis. One of her greatest joys was being “Grandmother” to her four grandchildren: Ashley Boler (Kevin), Drew Jackson, Morgan Reed (Zac), and Carson Collier. She is also survived by four great-grandchildren: Jackson Boler, Sawyer Boler, Hunter Reed, and Collier Roberson; as well as her nieces, nephews, extended family members, and a host of friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles Higgs and Frances Hunt Duncan, and her sister, Linda Higgs.

Memorials in honor of Peggy may be given to Wake Forest Cemetery Fund, c/o Mark Coleson, 838 Sturgis Maben Road, Sturgis, MS 39769.

Services are under the direction of Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.masseyfuneralhome.net.