Ray Noel Olinger

In Loving Memory of Mr. Ray Noel Olinger

Ray Noel Olinger, born May 12, 1941, passed away peacefully at home on December 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication, and love for family. Ray spent his early years in Lakeland, Florida, where he graduated from Lakeland high school in 1959.  He later proudly served his country in the United States Navy, where he worked as a radio technician. Following his military service, Ray lived in Georgia for over 50 years, before later relocating to Auburndale, Florida.

Ray was a man who enjoyed working with his hands and took pride in building and fixing things. He especially enjoyed fishing, finding peace and satisfaction in time spent outdoors.  He also had a deep love for animals, particularly his devoted dog, Miss Hope. He was preceded in death by his mother Fannie Olinger; his brothers Dale, Carl, and Earl Olinger; his sister Wanda Green; and his beloved granddaughter Destiny Olinger.

He is survived by his loving wife, Donna Olinger, to whom he was married on December 12, 1964, sharing 61 years together. He is also survived by his daughter, Terrie Kenon and her husband Carl; and his son Donald Olinger, and his wife Barbara.

Ray is further survived by his sister, Patricia Giles-Lobinsky, and her husband Jim; his grandchildren, Matthew Kenon and his wife Ali; Kristen Dover and her husband Jordan; and Austin Olinger and his wife Haleigh; his great-grandchildren, Dallas, Declan, Ronan, Dylan, Della, Colt and Matthew; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Good Shepherd Hospice, through the chapters Health Foundation:

https://chaptershealth.org/chapters-health-foundation/good-shepherd-hospice-donation/