Ray Walters

1949 - 2018

Ray Walters obituary, 1949-2018, Durango, CA

BORN

1949

DIED

2018

Ray Walters Obituary

Ray Walters passed away unexpectedly on February 6th, 2018. He was born in 1949, in Phoenix, Arizona, the youngest son of Bob and Doris Walters. He was raised in Phoenix and later moved to Colorado, where he bought a pick-up truck, a horse, and a golden retriever. From there he spent time in Oregon, Arizona, Washington, and finally in Avila Beach, California, which he described as his most perfect place.

He was known by those who loved him as an avid learner and a collector of expertise. He collected knowledge from anywhere he could, including Arizona State University, Wharton School of Business, and his favorite, Google. He was thrilled by new people, new experiences, and new information. He was raised hunting and fishing, and passed that love of the outdoors to his children and grandchildren. As a teenanger he played guitar for The Catalinas in Phoenix. As an adult he could be counted on to play "Johnny B Good" every time someone would let him on a stage. There is no way to list all of his successes and accomplishments, but he was most proud of his family, his work in the youth baseball community in Durango, Colorado and later in Corbett, Oregon, and his business ventures around the world. He also served on various boards and committees including the La Plata Airport Commission, the La Plata County Budget committee, the La Plata Humane Society, and Corbett High School sports department. He was a loyal friend, a devoted husband, an unabashedly proud father, and an adored "Coach."

He is survived by his children, Corey (Condi), David (Katherine), and Lindsay, his step-children Aaron (Kara) and Adam, his grandchildren--Eli, Dylan, Sydney, Averson, and Ayla--and his loving wife Jody, and their beloved and loyal companion, Riley.

Contributions to a memorial fund can be made at gofundme.com/ray-walters-memorial.

Published by The Durango Herald from Feb. 10 to Mar. 5, 2018.
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Lindsay Walters

July 6, 2019

Thinking of you and all your family, Jody.

Gretchen Anderson

March 7, 2018

My heartfelt sympathies go out to family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise found in 1 Thessalonians 4 : 14 can bring some comfort. Knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

Brad

February 25, 2018

Sending my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort give you peace and strength during this difficult time. - Psalm 29:11

February 23, 2018

Dick & Iris Strachan

February 16, 2018

I only knew Ray from the video projects that we made to promote the wonderful Villaggio Retirement Community. In that short time, Ray impressed me as a smart, energetic, caring and a great human being. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to Jody and the rest of Ray's family.

Simo Nylander

February 14, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss, Jody. You and Ray always look so happy in photos you post on FB. Sending you thoughts of Peace & Light.

Michael Nettleton

February 13, 2018

Jody, David and Katherine - my heart goes out to you. You all and Ray created a great team and I was privileged to work with you. There are a few enthusiastic souls in the world that leave an impression of focus, drive and passion. Ray was one of the souls.

Erik Gjullin

Friend

February 12, 2018

Jody, we are so sad to hear of Ray's passing. He was always enthusiastic and caring. Ray will be missed by many

Bob and Mary Schneider

February 11, 2018

I never had the good fortune of meeting Ray, but I know that if my cousin Jody loved him and married him, then he must of been a wonderful person. May he rest in peace and with time I hope Jody can find peace and contentment in her life.
Trish De Herrera

Patricia De Herrera

February 10, 2018

Jody...Roger and I are so sorry to hear about Ray!
What a nice man. We send our caring to you at this time!
Janice and Roger Verity

February 10, 2018

Jody my love and Prayers are with you.
Just remember that we all love you and will be here for the hard and sad times. Please reach out to us during those time.
God Bless Your cousin DiAnna

DiAnna Somers

February 10, 2018

I so enjoyed my visits with Ray and Jody when they came to Phoenix. He was intelligent, entertaining, and thoughtful. Denton and I loved our evenings with them. A life lost far too soon.

Renee Roncone

February 9, 2018

My sincere condolences to Ray's family and friends. I know that you will miss him, and I hope you will always treasure the good times. Blessings to you all.

Sandy Coffman

February 9, 2018

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