Alwilda “Ray” Ingle, 78, of Carlisle, Arkansas, passed away on October 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on September 13, 1947, in Stuttgart, Arkansas.
Ray was a true lover of the outdoors. She found joy in hunting, fishing, gardening and riding horses – always happiest when she was outside and connected to nature.
Throughout her life, Ray dedicated herself to serving others. Her career was as diverse as it was fulfilling, beginning as a beautician, continuing as an EMT, and culminating in her retirement as a respected law enforcement officer. No matter the role, she gave her all with courage, compassion, and integrity.
Ray was preceded in death by the love of her life of over 50 years, Ernest Dale Ingle and granddaughter, Katie Beall.
She is survived by her son, Kiley (Mandy) Ingle; her daughter, Erika (Paul) Lott; grandchildren, Cody Hall (Alax Pruitt), Courtney (Charlie) Ausbrooks, Gunnar Lott, and Grayson (Kaycie) Lott; and great-grandchildren, Kroy Hall, Gabbie Hawley, Kaydin Randall, Jaxson Randall, Evelyn Ausbrooks and Emily Ausbrooks. She also leaves behind her sisters, Mardee (Dean) Nash and Bettye French, along with numerous nieces and nephews who adored her.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to her niece, Anna Nash, her very dear friends, Vera Cook and Brianna Moore, for going above and beyond in caring for Ray.
Ray touched the lives of so many with her strength, humor, and kindness. Her legacy of love and service will be cherished forever by her family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd, at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen from 5pm – 7pm. Funeral services will be held at New Bethel Church (8525 New Bethel Road, Hazen) at 2pm on Thursday, October 23rd. Burial will immediately follow the funeral service at CenterPoint Cemetery, Hazen.
Mrs Ray was a friend to many and she will be dearly missed by those who knew her. Her legacy will be remembered and cherished. Our prayers continue for her family and friends.
Erika so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry we were not about to make viewing.
So sorry for your loss. Miss Ray was a one of a kind person a word to describe her would be Awesome, so kind ,true to her word, and giving. She will be missed by many including me.
She was a Great mentor and radio dispatcher in my early years of law enforcement.