Scott Lee Ray

Scott Lee Ray died Jan. 16, 2019. He was 62.

He grew up in Grand Rapids, Mich. He attended Michigan State University where he received his undergraduate degree in electrical engineering. He earned his PhD in the same field from the University of Illinois.

He led a successful career as an engineer, statistician, software developer and group leader in research and development, working in both the national defense industry at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as well as in the agricultural products industry at Dow AgroSciences. He was pleased to serve as a member of the board of trustees at his children's school, University High School of Indiana.

He was an avid bicyclist and dedicated guitar player, but his greatest passion and love was for his family.

Ray is survived by his wife, Patty; his daughter Abigail L (John) Sacia, his son, Jim W, and his brother Blake E. He was preceded in death by his parents David S. and Marian L. Ray.

A memorial service will be held at University High School of Indiana on Feb. 23. Visitation is at 1 p.m.; service at 2 p.m. followed by refreshments. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Scott L. Ray Excellence in Science and Math Scholarship at University High School, 2825 W. 116th St, Carmel, IN 46032.