Kenneth Ray Ingram, Jr., age 57, of Virginia Beach, Virginia, passed away December 17, 2019. Ray was born in Portsmouth, Virginia, to Kenneth Ray and Beverly Ingram, Sr. on November 17, 1962. He is survived by his mother, Beverly Ingram Hutcheson and step-father, Joe Hutcheson; his wife, Laura and his children, Kenny, Lindsay, and Matthew;…
Continue ReadingKenneth Ray Ingram, Jr., age 57, of Virginia Beach, Virginia, passed away December 17, 2019.
Ray was born in Portsmouth, Virginia, to Kenneth Ray and Beverly Ingram, Sr. on November 17, 1962.
He is survived by his mother, Beverly Ingram Hutcheson and step-father, Joe Hutcheson; his wife, Laura and his children, Kenny, Lindsay, and Matthew; siblings, Tom Barker, Sally Ingram McDaniel, Melissa Ingram Fitcher; six nieces and nephews, Adam, Nathan, Wesley, Natalie, JJ, and Karly. He was predeceased by his father, Kenneth Ray Ingram, Sr.
Ray owned and operated The Head Shop beginning in February of 2001. He was a Master Machinist and engine builder for over 40 years.
He will always be remembered as a loving son, husband, father, brother, friend, and a man of great faith.
He loved nature and in his free time, he enjoyed spending time at his property in Boydton, Virginia, as well as biking at False Cape State Park with his wife, Laura. Ray enjoyed boating, fishing, mudbogging, and spending time with family and friends around a nice fire. He was also a die hard Atlanta Falcons fan.
Ray loved nicknames. If he cared for you, you had at least one.
He always had a kind word, humor, and wisdom to share. He would give you his undivided attention regardless of what was going on around him.
He believed in helping others without recognition; he considered it tithing.
He loved deeply and was a beautiful soul.
A memorial service will be held on December 28, 2019 at Altmeyer Funeral Home – Southside Chapel. It is located at 5033 Rouse Drive, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462. The service will begin at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Ray’s memory to: https://www.tmcfunding.com/funds/kenneth-ray-ingram-jr-/4116/
The funds raised will be divided equally between The Friends of False Cape State Park and The Nature Conservancy
Joey
left a message on January 21, 2022:
Tommy, Sally, Pepper, Mother Ingram, Laura and Family. It was a joy to grow up with Ray in Malibu. We were wild and free and living out the last glorious days of American hippiedom. I remember when we sent Tommy off to the Army, and that son of a gun ended up in Hawaii! Better than Vietnam by far. When we'd watch Ray Sr. tweak the carburetor of some new hot rod in the driveway at Kim Terrace, it felt like being on the flight line at Oceana. Oh the roar! Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. The universe welcomes you back. Peace
Aaron Tucker
left a message on January 18, 2021:
Sorry to hear about this Laura. Hope you , Sally and whole family are well.
Trevor Gavin
left a message on January 11, 2020:
Very sorry for your loss Ray always brightened my day when I got the chance to talk or see him he will be truly be missed
Jackie (Dottino) and Tim Kittrell
left a message on January 2, 2020:
So sorry to hear this devastating news! What a great son, brother, uncle, husband and FRIEND! So many great memories. I sure do hope those great memories help the family through such a tough time! He will be truly missed!
Alfreda Simmons
left a message on December 31, 2019:
So sorry to hear of your great loss. My prayers are with you. Gone too soon!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kenny Hartman
left a message on December 29, 2019:
Sending warm thoughts and prayers to Ray's family, friends, and colleagues. We were all blessed for having known him.
Kimberly Keller
left a message on December 29, 2019:
Laura, Lindsay, Matt, and Kenny I’m deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Ray was a kind and caring man. He always went out of his way to help me . Steven, Scott, and I will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless!
Booboo
left a message on December 29, 2019:
R I P Ray....the gentle kind caring giant...
Paul DiNardo
left a message on December 28, 2019:
I too play baseball with Ray back in the day. The words that come to mind when I think of Ray are: Great hair, fast, athlete, good guy. Ray was a stud but never made anyone feel like a lesser person, he was just a good person. I wished I had kept up with him after school and this certainly makes me think about reaching out to old friends. I pray his family finds peace.
Angelia Messer
left a message on December 28, 2019:
To Laura, Mel and Mrs. Hutcheson(Mrs. Ingram at the time) our heartfelt sympathy. I remember Ray and Ken(Mr. Ingram to me) from Coastal Engine where I delivered parts. Both Ken and Ray were always smiling, always seemed happy and always busy! I think I met the whole family through the years I delivered there. Laura, I remember Ray kept a picture of you on the office wall in a bikini and Mel you were always so sweet and there were pictures of all the family on that wall. Oh the smiles! I hope that you can continue to smile and be blessed in life as you remember Ray as a good husband, father,son and brother. Our condolences on the loss of a great man.
Angie & Tom Messer
Melissa Bizub
left a message on December 28, 2019:
Rick and I are so very sorry for the loss of Ray. Rick grew up with him and told me a lot of stories from their childhood. We send our love and prayers to his family and friends. So sad to lose a dear friend father husband son uncle at such a young age. We keep you in our thoughts always. Ricky and Melissa Bizub
Cindy Tate
left a message on December 28, 2019:
I am heartbroken at the loss of this sweet and caring cousin! My prayers and thoughts are with all of the family. Wish I could be there with all of you, but I will be praying that the Lord comfort and and strengthen you tomorrow and in the days ahead. Love to each one of you.
Reed Davis
left a message on December 28, 2019:
I played baseball with Ray and we shared many good times together. I remember how fond he was of Melissa and Sally, they were the apple in his eye. He was so full of life and so much fun to be around. We lost contact over the years but I thought about him often and will miss him dearly. He and I were pitchers on our little league baseball team and I will always remember every time he threw the ball his hat would fly off . Good bye Ray and thanks for being my friend. I will never forget you!!
Katherine Smith
left a message on December 28, 2019:
So truly sorry. He always had a smile or laugh and genuine interest and kind word to share. Thoughts are with you all.
Richard Ulrey
left a message on December 28, 2019:
Ray was a long time friend of mine. And a work buddy when I worked for his dad. We had lots of good times together. My wife and me will be praying for all the families
Lynn Ingram Silver
left a message on December 27, 2019:
So sorry for your loss. Ray was such a sweet person! My dad loved all of you kids so much! Wish I could be there tomorrow, but please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Danny Dufresne sr
left a message on December 27, 2019:
Very great loss to this world, he and his family are in my daily thoughts and prayers, Ray was always there for his family , and even many people he didn’t know very well , if he thought they needed his help ! I will never forget !!!
Debbie Rutter
left a message on December 27, 2019:
I am so saddeded to hear of Ray's passing. Although I didn't meet him but once, I know he was in a wonderful supportive family. Much Love and Prayers.
Amy Jennings
left a message on December 27, 2019:
I am so sorry and so saddened by the sudden loss of such a wonderful man ! Ray was awesome , loving, caring, and helpful
To so many! The world will never be the same without him
In it ! To my extended Family I’ll be praying for each one of you daily for peace, comfort, and surrounding love ! God Bless you all ❤️
Lary and Linda mcdaniel
left a message on December 27, 2019:
I'm so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers. to u and the family ray will be missed
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Barbara Dauphinee
left a message on December 26, 2019:
Laura, Heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you and your family. May God give you the strength that you need to get through the upcoming days. Much love, Barbara
Sylvia Edwards
left a message on December 26, 2019:
Sending good thoughts and prayers to Ray's family. Sweet man. Focus on the good times and cherish the memories.
Scott Hill Francisco
left a message on December 26, 2019:
All the years of good memories, I can actually say my life is better by just knowing Ray.....Sorry for your loss, and my thoughts are with you...Scott
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Joey
left a message on January 21, 2022:
Tommy, Sally, Pepper, Mother Ingram, Laura and Family. It was a joy to grow up with Ray in Malibu. We were wild and free and living out the last glorious days of American hippiedom. I remember when we sent Tommy off to the Army, and that son of a gun ended up in Hawaii! Better than Vietnam by far. When we'd watch Ray Sr. tweak the carburetor of some new hot rod in the driveway at Kim Terrace, it felt like being on the flight line at Oceana. Oh the roar! Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. The universe welcomes you back. Peace
Aaron Tucker
left a message on January 18, 2021:
Sorry to hear about this Laura. Hope you , Sally and whole family are well.
Trevor Gavin
left a message on January 11, 2020:
Very sorry for your loss Ray always brightened my day when I got the chance to talk or see him he will be truly be missed
Jackie (Dottino) and Tim Kittrell
left a message on January 2, 2020:
So sorry to hear this devastating news! What a great son, brother, uncle, husband and FRIEND! So many great memories. I sure do hope those great memories help the family through such a tough time! He will be truly missed!
Alfreda Simmons
left a message on December 31, 2019:
So sorry to hear of your great loss. My prayers are with you. Gone too soon!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kenny Hartman
left a message on December 29, 2019:
Sending warm thoughts and prayers to Ray's family, friends, and colleagues. We were all blessed for having known him.
Kimberly Keller
left a message on December 29, 2019:
Laura, Lindsay, Matt, and Kenny I’m deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Ray was a kind and caring man. He always went out of his way to help me . Steven, Scott, and I will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless!
Booboo
left a message on December 29, 2019:
R I P Ray....the gentle kind caring giant...
Paul DiNardo
left a message on December 28, 2019:
I too play baseball with Ray back in the day. The words that come to mind when I think of Ray are: Great hair, fast, athlete, good guy. Ray was a stud but never made anyone feel like a lesser person, he was just a good person. I wished I had kept up with him after school and this certainly makes me think about reaching out to old friends. I pray his family finds peace.
Angelia Messer
left a message on December 28, 2019:
To Laura, Mel and Mrs. Hutcheson(Mrs. Ingram at the time) our heartfelt sympathy. I remember Ray and Ken(Mr. Ingram to me) from Coastal Engine where I delivered parts. Both Ken and Ray were always smiling, always seemed happy and always busy! I think I met the whole family through the years I delivered there. Laura, I remember Ray kept a picture of you on the office wall in a bikini and Mel you were always so sweet and there were pictures of all the family on that wall. Oh the smiles! I hope that you can continue to smile and be blessed in life as you remember Ray as a good husband, father,son and brother. Our condolences on the loss of a great man.
Angie & Tom Messer
Melissa Bizub
left a message on December 28, 2019:
Rick and I are so very sorry for the loss of Ray. Rick grew up with him and told me a lot of stories from their childhood. We send our love and prayers to his family and friends. So sad to lose a dear friend father husband son uncle at such a young age. We keep you in our thoughts always. Ricky and Melissa Bizub
Cindy Tate
left a message on December 28, 2019:
I am heartbroken at the loss of this sweet and caring cousin! My prayers and thoughts are with all of the family. Wish I could be there with all of you, but I will be praying that the Lord comfort and and strengthen you tomorrow and in the days ahead. Love to each one of you.
Reed Davis
left a message on December 28, 2019:
I played baseball with Ray and we shared many good times together. I remember how fond he was of Melissa and Sally, they were the apple in his eye. He was so full of life and so much fun to be around. We lost contact over the years but I thought about him often and will miss him dearly. He and I were pitchers on our little league baseball team and I will always remember every time he threw the ball his hat would fly off . Good bye Ray and thanks for being my friend. I will never forget you!!
Katherine Smith
left a message on December 28, 2019:
So truly sorry. He always had a smile or laugh and genuine interest and kind word to share. Thoughts are with you all.
Richard Ulrey
left a message on December 28, 2019:
Ray was a long time friend of mine. And a work buddy when I worked for his dad. We had lots of good times together. My wife and me will be praying for all the families
Lynn Ingram Silver
left a message on December 27, 2019:
So sorry for your loss. Ray was such a sweet person! My dad loved all of you kids so much! Wish I could be there tomorrow, but please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Danny Dufresne sr
left a message on December 27, 2019:
Very great loss to this world, he and his family are in my daily thoughts and prayers, Ray was always there for his family , and even many people he didn’t know very well , if he thought they needed his help ! I will never forget !!!
Debbie Rutter
left a message on December 27, 2019:
I am so saddeded to hear of Ray's passing. Although I didn't meet him but once, I know he was in a wonderful supportive family. Much Love and Prayers.
Amy Jennings
left a message on December 27, 2019:
I am so sorry and so saddened by the sudden loss of such a wonderful man ! Ray was awesome , loving, caring, and helpful
To so many! The world will never be the same without him
In it ! To my extended Family I’ll be praying for each one of you daily for peace, comfort, and surrounding love ! God Bless you all ❤️
Lary and Linda mcdaniel
left a message on December 27, 2019:
I'm so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers. to u and the family ray will be missed
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Barbara Dauphinee
left a message on December 26, 2019:
Laura, Heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you and your family. May God give you the strength that you need to get through the upcoming days. Much love, Barbara
Sylvia Edwards
left a message on December 26, 2019:
Sending good thoughts and prayers to Ray's family. Sweet man. Focus on the good times and cherish the memories.
Scott Hill Francisco
left a message on December 26, 2019:
All the years of good memories, I can actually say my life is better by just knowing Ray.....Sorry for your loss, and my thoughts are with you...Scott
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