Lonnie J. Ray

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Lonnie J. Ray, 70, of Lincoln passed away November 25, 2025. Born May 10, 1955, in Tilden, NE to Donald and Joy (Howard) Ray.

Lonnie worked for Goodyear Tire as a spreader operator. He was a union representative for United Rubber Workers Local 286.

Family members include his children Zach Ray, Branson, MO, Nikcole Cleal (Riley) and Joshua Ray (Michelle), all of Lincoln; 4 grandchildren, brother Monte Ray and sister Donna Schidler (Dick) of Lincoln; several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, brother Rodney, and sister-in-law Sue Ray.

Memorial service: 3:00 PM Saturday, December 6, 2025, Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel, 4300 O Street.

Memorials to Capital Humane Society or Disabled American Veterans.

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December 3, 2025

Lonnie was my best friend since 7th grade. We shared politics and football in great 2 hour phone conversations. I helped him with his upstair renovation that we were not able to finish for him to get him moved out of the basement. He was the jock, and I was far from it. Lonnie was always there for me when I needed an emergency ride. Just a call and he was there for me. I will miss that man more then anyone would know.

– William Haeffner

November 30, 2025

Lonnie was my first soccer coach. His son Josh was my partner in crime from kindergarten through middle school. Lonnie was a great coach and mentor. I still have my trophies in a box from our team “Raiders”. Rest in peace coach!

– Jeremy Bender

November 28, 2025

Lonnie was my brother linebacker for Lincoln Northeast for the 1972 Co-Champions for Class A. He will be remembered for his great stories, his Hugh personality and mostly for his friendship. Rest in Peace brother, keep a place warm for me as I will be there shortly.