Billy Jack Ray, age 46, of Sanford, passed away Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at Central Carolina Hospital. He was born in Lee County on December 25, 1975, to the late Thomas Patterson Ray and Darlene Christian Ray. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Diane Ray. He worked in construction. Billy Jack loved to hunt and fish - especially when his children tagged along. He enjoyed working on cars and was a fantastic mechanic. Billy Jack never met a stranger and had a smile that would light up any room. His willingness to help others was immeasurable and he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his girlfriend, Laura Matthews Burns; sons, Taylor Ray and Jaiden Morton; daughters, Shelby Ray, Chelsea Ray, Jillian Ray and Kennedeigh Ray; two brothers, Tommy Ray, Jr. and James Ray and four grandchildren, Zay'Drian Hickey, Scarlett Ray, Emilia Winkfield and Addelyn Morton. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 24, 2022, at noon at Cameron Hill Presbyterian Church with Rev. Wayne O'Quinn officiating. To to the family or in memory of Billy Jack Ray, please