Raymond "Ray" Duane McNish

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend, Raymond (Ray) Duane McNish entered the Lord’s presence on January 21, 2025, at the age of 87.

Ray and his twin brother Howard were born in Port Angeles, Washington, August10, 1937, to Howard and Viola McNish. Ray’s twin brother, Howard, passed away at the age of 7.

Ray served in the United States Air Force and was stationed at Bergstrom Air Force Base in Austin, Texas. He worked in the timber industry most of his career, retiring from Simpson Timber Company in the ‘90s.

Ray and Margaret (Peg) met at a singles conference through Evergreen Christian Center. Ray married Peg on June 27, 1980. Together, they enjoyed their travels to Montana and taking their fifth wheel to Mason Lake.

Ray gave his life to the Lord in the early 70’s and his faith was central in his life. You could find him at church each Sunday. Ray served as an usher, parking lot attendant and at the Family Support Center. People were drawn to his kindness and caring heart.

Ray had a great laugh and loved a sweet treat, a comfortable chair to watch Western movies, and talking about cars.

He is remembered lovingly by his wife Margaret (Peg), sons Kim and Richie, daughters Joan and Cherie, brother Ralph, and his numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Ray is preceded in death by: Parents, twin brother Howard, sister Claudette, sons Howard and Rex, daughter Raianne, nephew Jeff and great grandson Jacob.

  A memorial service will be held on February 1, 2025 at 1:30pm. Church of Living Water, 1615 Chambers St SE, Olympia WA 98501. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Church of Living Water Missions.