Ray 7526 Sunnyside Seattle

Mr. Lloyd P. Ray was born on February 8, 1860, in Kentucky town, Texas.  According to the Washington state death and burial records his occupation was listed as a Stonecutter (Stone Mason).  He and his wife, Mrs. Emma J Smith Ray emigrated to Seattle, Washington in 1891.  They were known for being devout evangelists in the area and often traveled to nearby cities to participate in Christian ministry.  Mr. Ray along with a carpenter and men from the mission all helped him to build his home seen above.  He used recycled materials from various sources to build their home, which they resided at until their deaths.