Service Details
Ada’s Homegoing Service will be held at Greater Mt. Eagle Baptist Church, 929 State Street, Racine on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00AM with Pastor Keith Evans as officiant. Visitation will be at church on Saturday from 9:00AM until the service. Interment will follow at Graceland Cemetery.
Ada (nee: Nix) Wray, age 104, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025.
She was born in Oxford, Mississippi on June 1,1921 to Roosevelt and Mary (nee: Stephens) Nix. Ada was the eldest of three children raised in Mississippi. On August 19, 1944, Ada married Lester Wray, Sr. and together they raised seven children. Lester and Ada relocated to Racine, WI in November 1958 with their family. She was a homemaker and worked part-time outside of the home at Moxness Products for over 20 years.
Ada devoted her life to the Lord and was a member of Greater Mt. Eagle Baptist Church for 43 years, joining on March 2, 1982. She was a member of the Greater Mt. Eagle Baptist Church Mother Board. Outside of spending time with family and friends, Ada loved to cook and bake. She also loved to garden and was known for her beautiful flowers in the yard, to which many people stopped to admire. She never met a stranger and showed love to everyone around her while providing a good laugh. Ada was a devoted wife, mother to 7 children, grandmother to 12, great grandmother to 21, and great- great grandmother to 21. She experienced 5 generations twice in her lifetime. Ada will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Surviving to cherish her memory: children, Lester (Margie) Wray Jr., Douglas (Nicolet) Wray, both of Racine, Jannie Wray of Herdon, VA, and Pamela Wray of Racine; grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; sister-in- law Ida Lee Lowe, brothers-in-law Joe Wray and Charlie (Ruby) Wray, daughters-in law, Gail Ford and Tabitha Wray; special friend, Shirley Miller; nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Ada was preceded in death by her parents, Roosevelt and Mary Nix; husband, Lester Wray, Sr.; brother Willie Nix; sister, Mattie Simmons; sons, Hayes Ford Sr, Joe Wray, and Charles Wray; grandson, Howard Wray; brothers-in-law, WC Wray, Otis Wray, Sr., Roger Wray, and WC Freeman; sisters-in-law Juanita Wray, Betsy Wray, Lucille Wray and OT Freeman; special friend Ruby Marsh; aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Special thank you to Dr. Sachin Panchal and the hospice team at Compassus.
Ella. Richardson says
Ada was a very sweet person always had a smile.She will be missed @ the church sitting where she always sat. My Prayers for the whole family may God bless and keep you all Ella Richardson
Linda Rogers says
Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Put this in writing. From now on, the Lord will bless everyone who has faith in him when they die.” The Spirit answered, “Yes, they will rest from their hard work, and they will be rewarded for what they have done.”Rev24:13. Rest on Mother Ada. Thank you for the many years of laughter!
Scott Kirby & Family says
The Kirby family extends our deepest sympathy.
Patricia Cotton says
Condolences from the Cotton family to the Wray family.
Rev Kendrick and Latrice Johnson says
To Kindra and Family, our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your memories comfort you.
Warren & Natalie Ford says
Ada always called my husband Wannie instead of Warren when we spoke with her or saw her. We had wonderful talks with her and she will truly be missed. Their were times when we called and she was going to work ❤️ we all know what work was and she enjoyed it. We love you and now rest in peace ..Good and faithful servant of God…
Georgia Allen Rockford ,IL says
My condolences to the Wray family, Mrs,Ada will truly be missed, I loved it because she had no problem saying what she wanted to say,she will be missed, I’ll be praying for the family.
Phyllis & Tito Long says
Condolences to the family & friends of Ms Ada. We lost an earthly angel who God blessed to dwell with us for 104 years.
I was blessed to meet her through three of her children: Pam, Joe, & Charles.
May the many loving memories ease your loss, & bring smiles & laughter.
Mr&Mrs Donnie Ivy says
Mother Wray, was such an amazing lady, she was so feisty, I missed her sitting in the pews at the church and when I would walk by she would raise her fist up at me, me her and Hayes Jr. stayed bickering at each other, it was out of love , My condolences to the. entire family, Don’t cause to much of a ruckus up there in heaven Mother Wray, love Linda (Hinton) Ivy
Linda Wade says
My prayers and condolences for the entire Wray family. She was a very caring and loving person .
Laura Knudsen says
I am so sorry for your loss. I thoroughly enjoyed working with her when I got to see her a few years ago in physical therapy in the home. She was a very special lady and she will be missed. Rest in heaven.
Stacey Moore & Family says
We send our condolences to the Wray family . Ms. Ada will definitely be missed . What a blessing !!!! 104 ❤️
Warren & Natalie Ford says
During our interactions with Ada, she consistently referred to my husband as Wann, rather than Warren. We cherished our conversations with her, and her absence will be deeply felt. There were instances when we spoke, and she was preparing for her work, which she genuinely enjoyed. We extend our love and wish her eternal peace, recognizing her as a good and faithful servant of God.
Demetra Fason says
The lord called home a special lady right here growing up across the street on Superior St Mrs. Wray did not hold back and feeling or thoughts and let you know when was doing something you had no business. Besides raising her own children she raised the whole block and then some.I have so many memories with this family that there’s not enough room here to tell them all. One thing i do remember is Mrs. Wray sitting on her porch behind the two big bushes drinking her cold Kool-Aid that was made in a stainless steel pitcher made with a lot of sugar and dared you to complain about it cause the look said it all. To the Wray Family thank you much for sharing this special lady with us. God bless you all!! Happy Homecoming @ 104yrs young.
The Fason Family 920 Superior St.
Miss Marilyn Cobb says
Jannie I am lost for words.i remember Mrs Wray when I got married Daddy Lester was a witness for. I lived at 938 Superior Street she always had a big smile and nice word and would speak to everyone that was her way of letting no she was watching you. She was all the neighbor hood watch we needed she’s in the arms of the Lord 🙏🙏💖 RlP
Rosalind Hayslett says
To the family my prayers are with you all.
Mother Wray, you finally get to sit down and rest. You had an Energy that could beat any level. You thought you had fun here on earth, lookout Mama the best is yet to come. I remember when my mom passed, you told me that you were my new mama. I’m so sorry I didn’t get to see you one more time, but that’s okay you deserve to rest. You lived a wonderful life and had a wonderful family and lots of friends I will miss you much. Say hello to mom for me.
Your other daughter,
Rosalind Hayslett
Tendai Tshuma says
My deepest condolences to my dear sister Kindra and family. May the Lord be with you and may the many beautiful memories you have with your grandmother keep smiles on your hearts. God bless you all.
The Holton and Mckinney Family says
We will miss you! Trips to Mississippi won’t be the same. Love you always
Nanette Adams says
My Condolences And Prayers To The Family 🙏
Glenda Conley & Family says
Sending our deepest sympathy to the Wray family. The power of prayer and much love.🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽
Glenda Story Conley & Family says
Sending much love and prayers to the Wray Family. All the memories of such a great woman🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽❤️ bring you comfort.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽.
Lisa Farr says
TO LESTER PAM AND FAMILY OUR FAMILY SEND OUR LOVE TO YOU ALL MY MOTHER MARLINE FARR WORKED WITH LESTER AND I KNOW PAM GOD BLESS ALL 🌹🌷🌻❤️🤲🙏🙏🙏
Tony and Lydia Valadez says
Pam We are so sorry for your mom’s loss. . We know how deep your love for her is. May she rest in peace. Our condolences to your family.
Laura Lee Schmitt Dominguese says
I delivered Ms. Ada’s mail when she stayed on May St. She was always so warm and I was always happy when we could stop and chat. When she moved to Liberty St I truly enjoyed her beautiful porch every year and she always returned my honk and wave. I got to meet her grandson, Hayes Ford Jr, and he gave me a horseback ride to deliver all the houses on May St, much to Ms. Ada’s amusement. Oh, oh, oh! She and I found out that we both knew a person in common! My very own sister, Sue Schmitt Schmidt worked at Moxness Products! She was a wonderful lady and I join her family in mourning her loss.
Barb Connaughton & Dan Nicholson says
We have fond memories of sitting and chatting with you, Ada, on Big Doug and Nick’s front porch. You will always be in our hearts. Our deepest condolences to the entire Wray family.
God bless you all.
Joanne Powell says
My condolences to the Wray family. RIP 🙏
Dan Nicholson says
Ada Wray such a sweet, kind, and fun loving lady. Only met her a few times on Doug’s front porch but she sure left an impression. Wow 104. We should be so blessed as she was. Rest in peace Ada Wray!
Sandra Lane-Trott says
My most sincere condolences to the Wray family during this time of sorrow.
Felicia Carter says
My cousin was a sweetheart she’s in heaven were we all know bless her and love cuz Felicia Carter
Wesley Dozier says
It was a joyful experience to know my great grandma Ada. My earliest memories of her are from back when she would always have a lump of snuff in her lip. I was young and she was very mysterious to me. As we both aged, I was fortunate to spend more time with her. One summer when I was still in high school, she came down and spent a week with us. I picked up KFC for her every day and we laughed at each other’s unfamiliar ways. That’s also when I fell in love with The Price Is Right. I’m grateful to have had my great grandmother in my life for so many years. Rest in peace, Grandma Ada.
Dennis A. Thompson says
My prayers and condolences go out to the family. A beautiful soul who gave a beautiful smile and waved as the ball players headed down to Island Park. 🫶🏾🙏🏾