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Kent Bray, a native of Bastrop and resident of Prairieville, LA passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at the age of 67. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and was adored by his family. Kent became a Christian at a young age and was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church, Prairieville. He was a licensed pilot and loved flying his Aeronca Champ airplane. He was an avid reader and also treasured time spent fishing with his son, son-in-law and grandchildren. Spending time with his family was Kent's greatest joy. He was a talented machinist and dedicated friend to his long-time coworkers. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie Ann and Kenneth Bray; 2 brothers-in-law, Larry Armstrong, Kirk Morgan. He is survived by his wife of 46 years Karen Morgan Bray; children, Kristina Bray Williamson and her husband Brad Williamson and Kent Andrew "Andy" Bray and his wife Crystal Bray; sister, Doris Armstrong Williams (DeWayne); brother-in-law, Milton Morgan, Jr.; grandchildren, Cody Williamson, Macy Williamson, Addyson Bray and Dylan Bray; aunt, Betty Mitchell and cousin, Denise Matheny. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation which will be held Friday, June 21, 2019 at Ourso Funeral Home from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. The visitation will resume at Fellowship Church, Prairieville on Saturday, June 22, 2019 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am. The burial will immediately follow in Serenity Oaks Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Andy Bray, Brad Williamson, Cody Williamson, Milton Morgan III, Randy Porter and Mark Crumley. In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to be made to Oak Grove Baptist Church Youth Ministry, Prairieville. Please visit www.oursofh.com to leave expressions of sympathy and condolences. Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales is in charge of arrangements.
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Karen,
My condolences to you and the family. Kent was a great man and a pleasure to work with.
Chris Shar
June 23, 2019
Andy and Family you have my sincerest condolences,Sorry to hear about your lost.
Rodrick Harris
June 21, 2019
Kent was a great co-worker and a pleasure to be around. We will dearly miss him.
Randy Jeansonne
June 21, 2019
Karen,
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts. I pray that you and your family will be comforted with the peace that surpasses all understanding.
Lynetta Butler
June 21, 2019
So sorry for the family's loss. In the days ahead, may you find comfort in the God of loyal love and in the promise found at 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
June 21, 2019
Karen, Andy and Kristina, my deepest and sincerest condolences are extended to you and your family. I pray for God's comforting love for all of you during this difficult time.
Douglas Hillensbeck
June 21, 2019
May the God of all comfort and mercy, grant your family hope, and comfort during this difficult time. Jeremiah 29:11
June 21, 2019
Karen, Keeping you and your family in prayer. CAHS Developmental Disabilities Division
June 20, 2019
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. CAHS IT Department
June 20, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Mr. Kent was a very regular customer at my work and I went to school with Kristina. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Jenny Brignac Kocke
June 20, 2019
Ms. Karen, Andy and Kristina,
Linda, Rocky, Lindsey and I send our prayers for the passing of my life long next door neighbor. I have always felt like Mr. Kent had a very good life and he and Karen raised two wonderful children. Please know that are thoughts are with you and the grand children and the world lost a good one.
Henry, Linda, Rocky and Lindsey
Henry Williams
June 20, 2019
Karen,
Pat and I would like to send our deepest condolences to your family at this very difficult time. Kent was a very kind man and a friend to all who knew him. Our prayers are for comfort and peace to get you all through this. He will be greatly missed.
Pat and Jackie Bourg
June 19, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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