Ayleen Ray

May 14, 1942 - July 25, 2015

Ayleen M. Ray, 73 of Zanesville, went home to be with her Lord at 6:12 PM, Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Cedar Hill Care Center. She was born Thursday, May 14, 1942 in Zanesville, the daughter of Eugene Dickinson, Sr. and Gertrude (Washington) Dickinson. She was a member of St. Paul A.M.E. Ayleen led a full life before the onset of her illness. Her employment over the years included Ballas Egg, Brockway Glass, G.E, Essex Wire, Peabody Coal, Muskingum County Juvenile Department, TICO and most recently Longaberger. Ayleen was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary American Legion Post 29 and was a member of Union Local 530. Ayleen was a loving and caring mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family. Ayleen is survived by 5 children: Darryl Ray and Johnna M. (Michael) Johnson both of Zanesville, Leslie Ray of Columbus, Maria Ray and Scott Ray both of Zanesville; 6 grandchildren; Morgan, Taylor, Brandon, Ezekiel Radiance and Alexas Estrada. 7 great grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Helen (Earl) Walden, Eugene (Jane) Dickinson, Jr. all of Zanesville, Lawrence (Susie) Dickinson of Philo, Elizabeth Dickinson of Columbus and Billie (Melodie) Dickinson of Zanesville and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by and one nephew: Cody Dickinson. Friends may call Wednesday, July 29, 2015 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM at The Hillis, Combs & Nestor Funeral Home, 935 Forest Avenue and one hour prior to services from 11:00 am to 12 Noon at the church. Funeral Services will be 12 Noon, Thursday, July 30, 2015 at Saint Paul A.M.E. Church, 561 Pine Street, Zanesville with Pastor Clifton Kilpatrick officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. The family wishes to express sincere appreciation to the staff of Sterling Suites, Cedar Hill Care Center and Hospice of Central Ohio for the care and attention given to their mother. To sign the online register book or to send a personal condolence note please visit www.hilliscombsnestor.com