Elbert L. Ray, 80, of Monette, died Monday, July 3, 2006, at Jonesboro. Born at Paragould, he lived in Monette most of his life. He was a Methodist and a retired construction machine operator.

Survivors include a sister, Ruby Ball of North Little Rock, and two half-brothers, William Fox of Virginia and Eddie Fox of Marmaduke.

Private arrangements were under the direction of Gregg Funeral Home of Monette.