Ray Stanford, age 48, passed awayFridayat his residence. Ray was born in Miami.He was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Stanford Haydu and a brother James Stanford. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Gina Stanford; children, Austin Stanford III and Ansley Baza; father, Lee Stanford (Kay); step-father, George Haydu; brothers, Bill Stanford (Michele), Lee Stanford Jr. (Sandy), along with his many nieces, nephews, longtime friends, and associates. A graveside service will be1:00 P.M.Sundayin Macedonia Memorial Park at Canton Funeral Home and Cemetery. Canton Funeral Home and Cemetery has charge of arrangements.