Barbara Catlin Ray's Obituary
Barbara (Barb) Catlin Ray, age 60, returned to her eternal resting place on November 2, 2021 after suffering a heart attack.
Barb was born in Price, Utah on June 15, 1961 to Wendell and Jolene Catlin. She was the fifth of six children. She grew up in West Valley City, Utah and graduated from Granger High School in 1980.
She met Joseph Ray on June 15, 2001, she said that it was her best birthday present ever and that she was won over by his baby blue eyes and southern charm. After dating for almost two years, they married on April 26, 2003 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
For the last six years Barb was passionate about her employment at Gephardt Digital Media as an Administrative Assistant. She was known for going above and beyond to get her job accomplished, and did not take kindly to the answer of “No”, she wouldn’t rest until she got a satisfactory answer.
Barb loved spending time with her husband Joseph, going out for Sushi, and spending time with her Queen Sheba (her beloved cat). She also enjoyed spending time with her daughter and granddaughter. Going out on rides through the mountains and getting food with them. Barb loved to post on Facebook, she was known as a keyboard warrior! She loved to also play word
chums, solitaire and watch TLC. She made sure to text all her friends and family daily. She enjoyed traveling to Palisades, Colorado to get her wine. She wore her wine shirts with pride.
Barb leaves behind her husband Joseph Ray, who was her devoted and loving caregiver most notably for the last two years during her health struggles. Children, Daughter Judy McGee and son Charles Gilchrist (Kisha). Grandchildren Kyra-Lee, Calvin, Victoria and Piper. Siblings,
Sheri McKendrick (Steve), Wendy Lister (Greg), Rick Catlin, and Bruce Catlin. Including numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and life-long friends.
Barb’s passing reunited her with her parents. Father, Wendell Sherman Catlin, Mother, Jolene Catlin, sister Brenda Catlin, and other extended family.
The family would love to express their gratitude to the amazing staff at Mountain Point Medical Center and her loving doctors. Dr. Roger Bouchardt and staff, and Dr. Steve Harmon and staff.
Barb’s life will be celebrated on November 14, 2021, at 12:30pm at the Providence Junior High under the direction of Awaken City Church at 4558 West Patriot Ridge Drive, Herriman, UT 84096.
In Lieu of flowers the family has asked for donations to help ease the financial burden for Joseph. Donations can be sent via Venmo @J_Ray and at US Bank, contact family for the account information.
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