Duane Ray, 68, of Sweet Home passed away Friday. He was born in Lebanon son of Donna Joyce (Sturgis) Ray.

He has lived in Lebanon most of his life. He enjoyed golf, crabbing, fishing, hunting and boating. He loved his grandchildren.

Duane is survived by his dog Piper; mother Donna Joyce Ray; wife Deb Wilson; children: Heather Rush, Shellie Reyes; grandchildren: Shane Rush, Kelsie Rush, Maite Reyes-Ray, Julian Reyes-Ray, Jacobie Reyes-Ray, Adalie Reyes-Ray, Taylor Goodwin, Daniel Goodwin; and his sister Sanda Forbis.

Memorial contributions can be made in his name to the Albany VFW. Condolences can be sent to 28502 Kingsbury Road, Lebanon, Oregon 97355. Sweet Home Funeral Chapel is handling arrangements. www.sweethomefuneral.com