Raymond Floyd Weatherby Jr.

December 26, 1959 - September 1, 2021

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The Branch at NPW

3800 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas 79705

Wednesday 9/8, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Bellview Baptist Church

Thursday 9/9, 11:00 am

Crane County Cemetery

Thursday 9/9, 3:00 pm

Raymond (Ray) Floyd Weatherby Jr., 61 of Midland Texas passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. A visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Wednesday, September 8th at Nalley-Pickle & Welch (The Branch) in Midland. Services will be at 11:00am Thursday, September 9th at Bellview Baptist Church in Midland. Interment will follow at 3:00pm at the Crane County Cemetery.

Ray was born on December 26, 1959 in Crane Texas to Raymond Weatherby Sr. & Dixie (Shaver) Weatherby. Ray was a proud Crane-ite & always talked about how he raised hell on the football field. He loved drag racing in his 69′ GTO Judge, watching his boys (Los Angeles Rams) play some football, hunting & draggin’ main with his girl Tam. He graduated from Crane High School in 1978 & then married his high school sweetheart Tammie Smith in August of 1980. They had their first daughter, Tamra, in July of 1982 & their second daughter Tasha, in September of 1985. Ray & family moved to Midland where he started working for the Midland County Sheriff’s Office in 1987. Starting out as a jailor he worked his way up to Patrol and then Criminal Investigations. As Sergeant in CID, he was the MCSO Crime Stoppers Coordinator for several years then was promoted to Lieutenant over Criminal Investigations until retiring in July of 2019. Ray always lived life on the edge and he loved every minute of it…He was a devoted husband, daddy, grandpa, brother, brother in blue and friend.

Ray is survived by his wife, Tammie, his daughter Tamra Pate & husband Kevin of Midland, daughter Tasha Weatherby-Alvarado & husband Rudy of Lubbock; his grandchildren Kayla Pate, Jaedyn, Makenah & Brayden Alvarado; sisters Sherry Weatherby of Lubbock, Beverly Farmer of Lubbock & Penny Weatherby of Lubbock; niece Amy Ramirez & her daughter Paisley; nephews Blazer Phelps & Scott Farmer.

Ray is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond & Dixie Weatherby; grandparents Joe D. & Vivian Weatherby, Artie & Vera Shaver; brother-in-law John Farmer; niece Tracy Phelps & nephew Wesley Phelps.

The family would like to express their gratitude towards the ICU nursing staff at Midland Memorial.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The American Heart Association in honor of his granddaughter Kayla Pate.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.

The Branch at NPW

3800 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas 79705

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Wednesday 9/8, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Bellview Baptist Church

Thursday 9/9, 11:00 am

Crane County Cemetery

Thursday 9/9, 3:00 pm

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Some of the best times of my life have been working with Ray, playing football with him and hunting with him. I am so thankful I had him in my life to guide me into the professional world of law enforcement and be a true friend.

Ray's cabin The Deer Drop Inn located in Ruidoso will not be the same without him. Cozy Cabins staff wishes the family strength in these difficult times. Our heart felt condolenses and sympothy; may his loved ones be blessed with fond memories of Ray. We did make a donation to the American Heart Association today in honor of his granddaughter Kayla Pate as requested.

ray was a great man he helped us many times , im so sorry to hear of your loss

In memory of Raymond Floyd Weatherby Jr., Cathy Bowman Bradley lit a candle

My condolences go out to the family of Ray. My God’s spirit comfort you.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Dee and I send our love and prayers for God’s peace and comfort to cover you all. Stay strong in the Lord, Tammie, Ray’s counting on it. We love you.

Prayers and condolences to the family such a great man he will be greatly missed

Sending my sincere condolences to the entire family. The loss of a loved one is never easy and hearts are broken but I pray that you find peace and comfort in the coming days. I watched Ray grow up in Crane and he was such a cute sweet kid. He grew into a fine young man that everyone called friend. He will be missed by everyone that was honored to know him. God Bless!

The mold was broken after God made this young man. He worked hard, enjoyed life, and loved his family and God. I watched him grow up and he was always a straight shooter when asked for his opinion! I’m going to miss my loyal FB friend.

So sorry for your loss. The memories of watching Raymond “little Ray” grow up are great to remember. Lots of laughing, teasing, and just plain fun. It’s a shame we never got to meet his extended family. Cousins drift apart too much of the time. Sherry, Beverly, and Penny, who would have thought we would have all outlived him. Your good cousins and you were great sisters to him, our prayers are with you all. It sounds like he was a great man, he was an adorable little boy.

Our deepest condolences are extended to Tammie, Tamra, Tasha and family. We thought a lot of Ray. He had such a big heart. It was our privilege to know him. May God's love comfort your hearts and sustain you today and in the days ahead. We love all of you.

Sorry to hear about Ray. Sherry, Beverly, & Penny I wish I could be there next week, but I have to stay here in little ol Iowa. Take care. With Love, from your cuz.

In memory of Raymond Floyd Weatherby, Terrie Lynn Hayden lit a candle

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. You were such a great man to all who knew you. I just want to thank you for always being there when I needed you. You are loved and will be missed by many. May you RIP my friend.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.