Ray and Anne raised their three daughters (Darlene, Betty and Priscilla Ann) in Three Rivers, Mich. Ray was a serious, hard-working entrepreneur who started his own printing business, which he ran out of his garage. An athletic man, Ray enjoyed golf and spending time with his family.

Anne worked for the city, retiring as deputy clerkfor the city of Three Rivers. She was also a Girl Scout leader for over 20 years and an active leader in their church. Upon their retirement, Ray and Anne moved to Venice, Fla. During their many visits to Big Rock Valley, Ray and Anne observed the tremendous evolution of the property and the Edward Lowe Foundation and expressed pride in Darlene’s role in its creation.