Mr. George "Ray" McPherson III

George” Ray” McPherson III 11/22/1943 – 8/24/2020 Ray passed at age 76 at home with his loving family after a long illness with cancer. Ray is survived by his wife, Sandra, his son’s Sean (Stephanie) and Danny (Heather) and four loving grandchildren, Logan, Lucy, Estelle and Sadie. Ray had two sisters, Sandy (Neil) and Maryanne (Sidney), Steph-daughter Kristin (David). Nieces Corinne (Mike) Audrey (Nick), Cousins Michael (Sandi) Donald (Jo-Ellen). Ray had 2 great nieces Sophia and Reese and two great nephews Tyler and Ben. Ray was predeceased by his parents, Rosemary T and George Ray Jr. Ray loved his beautiful Country and was a devout patriot proudly serving in the 1st Air Cavalry Division in Vietnam from 1966 – 1967. Ray discharged from the signal corps as Sgt. E-5 and after leaving the service, Ray joined the OL Johnson Company rising to the level of VP of sales. In 1991, Ray purchased the company Duker-Reilly and Associates, later renaming the company name to Duker Reilly-McPherson and Associates. One of Ray’s proudest accomplishments was passing on his business to his son, Sean. In 1972 Ray became a founding member of the Construction Federal Credit union and later served as president for 10 years. Past accomplishments include: Member and President of the St. Clair Golf Club serving on the Board and as President during two different eras. Ray served on the Fairway Glen Condo Association, Cherry Beach Homeowners Association, member and past President of the St. Clair Men’s Investment Club, Board Member of the Past Presidents Golf Association of Michigan, Board member of the St. Clair Community Foundation and Board Member at the Detroit Yacht Club while also serving as President of bowling and golf leagues. Ray loved his Scottish Heritage traveling to Scotland twice and attended Scottish Highland games in Michigan. Ray was a master of the English language and an avid reader. Ray loved the game of golf and was one of the Founders of The Golf Tournament along with his best friend, David Hopp. The Golf Tournament was celebrating its 45th year. He especially loved traveling with his “buddies” to play golf. Ray was known as “Mr. One More.” There will be a memorial gathering for Ray held at the St. Clair Golf Club on Friday, September 11, 2020 from 11:00am - 1:00pm. Cremation arrangements in care of, Jowett Funeral Home, 1634 Lapeer Avenue, Port Huron. Donations can be made Blue Water Hospice and the St. Clair Golf Club in Ray’s name. To view the obituary and share memories, please visit www.jowettfuneraldirectors.com

Mr. George "Ray" McPherson III

November 22, 1943 - August 24, 2020