1942
Born to Ben and Hazel Ray in Shreveport, LA.
1960
Graduates from Christian County High School in Hopkinsville, KY.
1960
Becomes a member of the Marching Governettes, remaining until 1962.
1964
Earns a Bachelor of Science in French, English, health and physical education from Austin Peay State University.
1965
Teaches pre-K through 12th grade education with the Christian County Board of Education in Kentucky until 2008.
1974
Achieves a Master of Arts in education from Austin Peay State University.
1976
Obtains a Master of Education in education specialist from Austin Peay State University.
2008
Is awarded more than $20,000 for not missing many days of teaching school.
2021
Maintains membership with the Christian County Retired Teachers Association and KENEA.
2021
Continues to enjoy reading, walking and spending time with her family.