Leslie Ann Ray

A memorial service for Leslie Ann Ray will be held 11am on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Gallop Funeral Chapel in Nags Head.

Leslie was born on March 16, 1943 in Queens, New York. She passed peacefully from natural causes on May 24, 2025 in Charlottesville, Virginia. She was 82.

She was the daughter of Leslie J. Hellner (d. 1970) and Norma C. Hellner (d. 1972) and the eldest sibling of Richard “Dick” Hellner (d. 2018), Lynn Cahill (d. 2012), Thomas “Tom” Hellner (d. 2008) and Patricia “Patty” Little.

Raised primarily in Ridgewood, New Jersey, some of her favorite childhood activities included going to the beach, competitive swimming and diving. As an adult she pursued various professional interests such as a regional coordinator for foreign exchange students, a real estate agent, masseuse and esthetician.

Leslie loved her family, friends, and animals. She is survived by her sister, Patty; her friend and second husband, Frederick “Rick” Ray; and her four children: Keith; Beth; Jason and his wife, Lauren; and Kim and his wife, Nicole. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Giselle, Tristan, Liam, Mira, and Nora. She leaves behind cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Leslie will be greatly missed. Her sense of humor and laughter brought much joy to those who love her.