Birth date: Feb 14, 1947 Death date: Jul 6, 2013
Tom was an amazing man that taught me so much in so many different areas. Tom served on our business advisory council for many years providing his guidance and wisdom. Later I was able to pull him onto our (TSHA) Board of Directors. He had true compassion and our consumers were better served due to his support.Thank you Tom for many years of service and for your friendship. You will be missed. R. Rene' Ryan
Myself and my family will always remember the memories Tom allowed us to make at "Uncle Tom's Cabin". A generous man that shared what he loved with us.You will be missed Tom.Toni Boyles and family
Tom was a good friend that I developed closeness through by being married to Shannon Warren. Tom would check in on me, always had a great smile, and gave the impression of a huggable Santa Claus. He and I enjoyed Oklahoma State train shows at the Fair grounds and talked the detailed language of train collectors-Marklin for him and Lionel for me. I always hoped to see and enjoy more of his collection. He was always there to help someone in time of need and we enjoyed our times at the Lake with him. Rod Edwards
Tom was a the epitomy of a "good man". He was genuine, kind, giving and a joy to be around. He will be missed by many!
We go back many years. He was a great friend who was a great resource for important information and feedback many times over. His willingness to go the extra mile was his life commitment. I will truly miss his insightful commentary about certain types of events.God be with you Tom. I will always remember you.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Tom was such a kind man. We worked together at Norris for four years. He was a huge influence on my decision to go back to school. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Lit a candle in memory of Thomas Walter Ray
Tom was always taking care of others and, if I ever needed him, he was there. The way I got to know him was my first business seminar back in the 80's. We were scheduled to be in Stillwater for a week and I had not quite recovered from a bad flu bug. It hit me again while we were in the training session. You know how when one is so sick, no matter how old we are, we still want our mothers? Well, I didn't get mom, but the next best thing was Tom Ray. He padded down the hall barefoot and in his pajamas in the middle of the night. Brought me 7-Up and cold compresses for my head. He pulled me through that week long ordeal – and became a dear friend from then on.Tom was always there – through thick and thin. He was truly my big brother – not by birth, but by choice. I learned a lot from this wonderful man and will miss him terribly. – Shannon Warren, OKC
