James Henry “Ray” Devilbiss, a resident of Henryetta, died March 26, 2018 in Henryetta at the age of 79. He was born Feb. 11, 1939 in Ada to Harold and Edith (Augusta) DeVilbiss. Ray was a veteran serving in the Navy and was a former police officer. He served as Chief of Police in Beggs and Morris Oklahoma before retiring.
He is preceded in death by his parents and a son Kyle.
Survivors include his children: Danny Devilbiss, Carol McCleland, Matthew DeVilbiss and Monica DeVilbiss; many grandchildren; two sisters:  Velma Smith and Caroleta Freand; brother, Leslie "Boy" Blakley.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, March 30 at the Rogers Funeral Home Chapel.