JOHN RAY BRANTLEY

DeKALB, Texas—John Ray Brantley, 84, of New Boston, Texas, died Tuesday, March 5, 2019, in a Texarkana nursing home. Mr. Brantley was born Aug. 8, 1934, in Annona, Texas. He was a retired auto salesman and a Methodist. Survivors include one daughter, Belinda Downs of New Boston; one son, Johnny Brantley; one cousin, Mike Hill of Clarksville, Texas; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a number of other relatives. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are with Bates Family Funeral Home. Online registration is at batesfamilyfuneralhome.com.