Clarice Ray

Clarice Prince Ray, 84, was born November 22, 1940, in Louisa, Kentucky to the late John Paul Prince and Violet Rice Prince who were highly respected members of their rural community. Clarice lived for 52 years in Grove City, Ohio before moving to California to be closer to family. She is survived by her two sons, Bret Ray of Sunnyvale, CA and Terry Ray of Palm Springs, CA; grandson Jonathon Ray (Jennifer) and great-grandson Mako of Sunnyvale, CA; granddaughter Kyra Ray (Tyler Gaffaney) and great-granddaughter, Lenna of Novato, CA; her brother Paul Gayle Prince (Fran) of Louisa, KY, and brother David Allen Prince (Patti) of Homer, Alaska. Though she worked for many years at various jobs, Clarice wasn’t someone you defined by an occupation. She was a proud mother as well as a second mom to… only she knew the exact number.  She was a best friend, a special friend, a beloved neighbor, a favorite aunt or cousin. She was cherished by so, so many. It would be hard to find someone who sent more birthday cards than she did. She loved her country and she loved her God. She was a fantastic cook—ask anyone. She was a dog person (Zoe misses her) and she loved plants and flowers—a garden may have been her favorite place. Clarice was beautiful inside and out. She passed away without warning of natural causes on January 18, 2025 at her home in Palm Springs, CA in the arms of her youngest son. A celebration of life will be announced at a future date.