Ray C. Hull, Jr.

Ray C. Hull, Jr. of Clewiston, FL, a respected cattleman, agricultural leader, and devoted family man, passed away on May 26, 2026 in Sunrise, FL. He was born May 29, 1950 in Fort Myers, FL to the late Ray C. Hull, Sr. and Rosa Lee Hull. He was preceded in death by his late wife, Virginia Candace Crooks Hull. Survivors include his daughter: Heather H. Burmeister (Jim) and grandchildren Natalie and Andrew, son: Clint Hull, sister: Laura Brightman (George), sister: Glenda H. Willis (Jack), brother: Gary B. Hull (Donna), and sister: Rosa Hutcheson (Chuck), as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews who will remember him with love and admiration.

Ray was a lifelong advocate for Florida agriculture and a proud member of both the Hendry County and Florida Cattlemen’s Associations. He provided strong leadership on the Hendry County Cattlemen’s Board of Directors and served as the President before retiring from his active role in the Association. He was mentor to many new and young members. Ray was frequently involved in the Florida Cattlemen’s Association legislative quarterly “Boots on the Hill” events in Tallahassee, helping ensure that the voices of Florida’s ranchers and agricultural producers were heard. Ray’s dedication and contributions to the cattle industry earned him recognition as the 2013 Florida Association of County Agricultural Agents Agriculturalist of the Year. He also served on the Florida Farm Bureau Board for many years. Along with managing and operating the Ray C. Hull Ranch in Devil’s Garden most of his life, Ray also co-owned Fin and Feather where he guided hunts for many to enjoy.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00am at the First Baptist Church in LaBelle, FL. Ray wholeheartedly believed in the Cattlemen’s scholarship program. In lieu of flowers, please remit checks to: Hendry County Cattlemen’s Association, P.O. Box 68, LaBelle, FL 33975. Memo Line: Scholarship Donation (Ray Hull).