Charles Ray Howard, age 43, of Beagle Drive, Morehead, passed away Monday, February 23, 2025, at UK-St. Claire HealthCare in Morehead after an extended illness.

Born October 26, 1982, in Morehead, he is the son of Diana Winkleman Howard Hitch of Morehead, and the late Charles Anthony Hitch.

Besides his mother, Charles Ray is survived by two daughters, Laken Howard and Falon Howard, both of Morehead; one brother, Adam Howard of Morehead; two sisters, Imogene Goodan (Darren) of Morehead and Vanessa Winkleman (Bradley) of Sandy Hook, as well as other family members and friends.

He was a former food service employee and enjoyed fishing, playing guitar, drawing, and taking care of the farm.  Charles Ray was a talented artist and was known for doing tattoos.

He will be greatly missed and never forgotten by those who knew and loved him.

Graveside services will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday, February 27, 2026, with Pastor Arnold Ison officiating at Hitch Cemetery, 100 Jr. Hitch Road, Morehead, KY 40351.

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