Ray Selvey

Ray Ernest Selvey, age 91, passed away April 28, 2014.

Mr. Selvey was born July 19, 1922, in Charlotte, son of the late Myrtle Johnson Selvey and Newton Augustus Selvey. Ray was an active member of Parkwood ARP Church, and later New Covenant ARP Church for over 60 years. He taught Sunday school, enjoyed singing in the choir and served as an elder and deacon. He also served on several church boards.

He graduated from Charlotte Technical High School. He was particularly proud of his service to his country. Ray served in the Army in World War II and later in the Korean War. He served in the National Guard and left the service as a 1st Lieutenant. Upon leaving military service he worked as a transportation salesman and sales manager until his retirement.

He was married to his childhood sweetheart, Doris Taylor Selvey for almost 68 years. In addition to his wife Doris, Ray is survived by Lynn Salls, Margaret Griffin, Steve Selvey and wife Judy, Scott Selvey and wife Tessa; grandchildren Kristen Selvey Yancey, Brandon Selvey and Lauren Selvey. He was blessed to have three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the Brian Center Concord for their loving care.

A service to celebrate his life will be held Friday, May 2nd, at Central United Methodist Church, 30 Union St. N., Concord, NC. Visitation with the family will begin at 11:00 followed by a memorial service at 11:30. Pastor Andy Langford will officiate.

Memorials can be made to the Macular Degeneration Foundation, PO Box 531313, Henderson, NV 89053