Ray C. Ipock

1931 - 2014

Ray C. Ipock obituary, 1931-2014, Cove City, NC

BORN

1931

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Cotten Funeral Home

2201 Neuse Blvd

New Bern, North Carolina

Ray Ipock Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 30, 2014.

Ray Carson Ipock, 83, of Cove City, died April 28, 2014 at home.

He served his country in the U.S. Air Force during WWII and he attended Heart 4 Worship Church.

Mr. Ipock is survived by his son, Bryan Austin Ipock and wife Bridget of Cove City; one daughter, Melanie Ipock Birch and husband Peter of Charleston, SC; one brother, Carlton Ipock of Macclesfield, NC; one sister, Claudette Amerson of Cove City; and two grandchildren, Fanny Catherine and William Ray Wynn.

A memorial service will be held at 6:30 pm Friday, May 2, 2014 at Cotten Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00-6:30 prior to the service.

In lieu flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Heart 4 Worship Church or the Craven County Home Health & Hospice P. O. Drawer 12610 New Bern, NC 28561.

Online condolences may be made to the Ipock family at www.cottenfuneralhome.com

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May 8, 2014

Peggy Heinsohn

Ray was the brother I always wanted. He was so kind and at home in any situation. Christine, Ray, Frank and I share so many wonderful memories. He was loved by everyone.

May 3, 2014

Anthony Riggs

I remember Mr Ray as long as I can remember.He used to come in grandma's store and have a snack.He will be missed.Sorry for your loss and will be praying for your family.

May 2, 2014

Randy Rowe

Bryan, our thoughts and prayers are with you during the difficult time.

May 2, 2014

George Ipock

Cousin Ray is part of a group of some of the greatest men you could ever meet. I am so grateful that I was able to share a small part of his life. We sold cucumbers to him when I was a teenager and many times he would be there with the rest of them at Cousin Harvey's Store...just a couple of my fonder memories. Rest in peace, you are loved! My prayers go to the family for their loss.

May 2, 2014

Sherry Norman

Bryan, I am very saddened to hear that your Father passed away. I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I pray God will grant you peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.
Sherry Norman

May 2, 2014

Connie Colston

Bryan, our God is an awesome God and I know He will comfort you and your family during this sorrowful time. May fond memories bring you and your family peace and joy in the days ahead.

May 2, 2014

Lisa Oseh

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to your family during your time of grief. Please find comfort and hope In God's word the Bible because he is the God of all comfort.

May 2, 2014

To Bryan(My friend) and Family,
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal"
Prayers of comfort for you and your family.
Your FRIEND and Christian Brother,
Anthony Strand and family

May 2, 2014

Tim & Debra McCoy

So sorry to hear about Mr. Ray. When he was able to come into the FSA (old ASCS) office we all really enjoyed visiting with him. Mr. Ray was also the leader when Tim was in boy scouts and Tim has some great memories of Mr. Ray letting the scouts camp on the farm. We will keep your family in our prayers.

May 2, 2014

Ron Ashe

Bryan,
My sincere sympathy to you and family in your loss. May God comfort and bless you now and in the future.

May 2, 2014

Vickie Whitford

Bryan, Melanie and family. I was saddened to hear about your dad.I know he will be greatly missed but he is with your mom now and dancing in the streets of Heaven. God Bless all of you.

May 2, 2014

George Wetherington

I know Ray will be missed.

May 1, 2014

Tom Edwards

I have many fond memories of Mr. Ray. He was a unique guy, and always made me laugh. I recall him dancing with Melanie once years ago, and his moves were impressive! He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

May 1, 2014

Doris and PeeWee Murphy

We are so sorry to hear about Ray. He will surely be missed. Will be praying for all of you in your grief but also in your joy. He's with Christine now and how happy they are.

May 1, 2014

Birch Family

Dear Melanie, we are so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. In this time of sadness, may you find comfort and remember the good moments of a life well lived. We are keeping you and your family in our prayers.

May 1, 2014

So sorry to hear that Mr. Ipock passed away, my sister and I used to get horse hay from him every year. He had such a great sense of humor, he made us laugh and he would help us load the hay. I know the family will miss him, such a good man. Tamala Hosteller

May 1, 2014

Bobby & Sandi Brinn

Praying for your family, sorry for your loss.
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

May 1, 2014

Perry & Ann Hill Turner

Claudette and families: We are so sorry for you loss. May God wrap His loving arms around each of you and give you strength, comfort and peace during this difficult time. Each of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

May 1, 2014

Katherine Wells

Thinking of you and your family. You are in my prayers.

April 30, 2014

Kathy Heinsohn

Dear Melanie, Bryan, Claudette, Carl, Bridget, Fanny, and William,
Your dad/brother/grandpa, was a heck of a man in so many ways. So strong and brave-he had such huge farmer's hands! But, also compassionate and gentle-I've seen him cry when he lost a cow or calf. He was always so kind to me and my family. I will never forget his coming to us during hurricane Hugo to help out with all of the downed trees on Folly Beach. I have fond memories of shrimping and fishing with him and Christine every labor day and his bringing a pig to put on the spit to cook-all the neighborhood dogs, cats, (and neighbors!) showed up! And, of course, he was hospitable and hosted me as I visited every summer to ride horses and muck stalls with Christine when I was a teen. He loved baseball; he loved ice cream; he loved animals and hunting and being outdoors; and more than anything he loved his family-you all. I'm glad I'm part of that family, too. He was the only real brother my mom ever had, even though he was a cousin. I also have a fond memory of him dancing with Christine at their 50th wedding anniversary party. He was called Crazy legs for a reason! :) We will all miss him greatly. Know that you are in my heart and prayers at this hard time. Much love and hugs,
Dr. Kathy Heinsohn

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