Lewis "Nick" E. Ray, age 72, US Army Veteran, of Griffith, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2013. Beloved husband for 30 year to Pamela S. Ray nee Griffin. Loving father of Henry (Crystal) Slusher, Melissa (Greg) Rodriguez, Amy (Randy) Wegner, Anita (Troy) Skarzynski, and Daryl Slusher and 4 children from a previous marriage. Cherished brother of Wayne Ray, Sue (Butch) Clauson, Larry (Janet) Ray, SR, Lester (Sandy) Ray, SR, Gary (Christy) Ray, SR, late Gordon "Buddy" Ray, JR, and late Harold Ray, SR. Proud Papa of 8. Dearest son of late Gordon F. Ray, SR and late Pearl Ray nee O'Riley. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Nick enjoyed westerns, Elvis, camping and woodworking. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Friday, November 8, 2013 from 3 PM to 8 PM at LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME, 6955 Southeastern Ave. Hammond, IN. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. Funeral Service Saturday, November 9, 2013 at 10:30 with Reverend C. James Facklam, Pastor officiating at LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family of Lewis E. Ray. For further information regarding services, please contact LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME at 219/845-3600.