Charles “Jabo” Ray Jr., age 78 of Kingston, TN passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was of the Methodist faith. Jabo had a career at Y-12, K-25, X-10, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory and was a member of Local 818 Union. He loved to fish, watch sports, work outdoors and help people.

Preceded in death by parents, Charles M. Ray Sr. and Roxie Eunice Ray.
Sister, Diane Ray.

Survived by son, Alan and Je-Von Ray
Sister, Ann Mize
Brother, Eddie and Lila Ray
Nephews: Brian Hart, David and Amanda Ray, Chris and Michelle Ray
Great nephews: Ethan Ray and fiancé Brittney Altum, Brayden Ray and fiancé Jacelyn Young, Isaiah Ray, and Caleb Ray.
Great nieces: Keira Hart and Aubrey Ray

Graveside service 1:00 p.m. Sunday, October 20, 2024 at Luminary Cemetery with Reverend Jerry Leffew officiating. Kyker Funeral Home of Kingston is serving the Ray Family.