Norman Austin Bray, born on February 9, 1940, in Ruth, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, in Maineville, Ohio. He lived a life characterized by love, devotion, and the steadfast commitment to his family.

A cherished son, Norman was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Bray, and his mother, Matilda (nee Meece) Phelps. He was also a beloved brother to Glen Bray, Clyda Jean Jewell, Dewey Bray, Coy Bray, Rothel Bray, and Evril Bray, all of whom have passed before him.

Norman is survived by his loving family, including his wife of 64 years, Carole Dianne (nee Meece) Bray, his son, Norman Douglas (Teresa) Bray, and his daughter, Rebecca (Mark) Prater. He took great joy in his grandchildren: Christa Bray, Douglas (Morgan) Bray, Andrew Bray, Danielle (Brian) Fields, and Markie Prater. He was not only a grandfather but a great-grandfather to eight wonderful great-grandchildren and was also blessed with three great-great-grandchildren.

His brother, Lowell Bray, remains among those who carry on his memory, as do his "best buddies in the whole wide world," Landyn and Charley, who brought immense joy to his life. He's also the caring brother-in-law of Charles Meece Jr.

Norman's life will be honored through a visitation on February 23, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Loveland-Symmes-Maineville Chapel, located at 129 N. Riverside, Loveland, OH 45140. Following the visitation, a funeral service will take place at the same location, beginning at 12:00 PM and ending at 1:00 PM. Norman will be laid to rest in Maineville Cemetery, where the burial ceremony will commence at 1:15 PM.

Those who knew Norman will remember him as a man of integrity and warmth, whose legacy will endure through the love he instilled in his family and friends. He will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all whose lives he touched.