John Ray (1884–1887)
Quick facts
- Born
- 1884
- Died
- 1887
- Sources
- Names in Stone
When was John Ray born? 1884.
When did John Ray die? 1887.
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John Ray (1884–1887) was born in 1884, and died in 1887, at about age 3. A cemetery record documents John's grave. Source: Names in Stone. AncestryData does not yet have further details about John's life.
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1886 · age 2 — The Statue of Liberty was dedicated
Questions about John Ray
When was John Ray born?
John Ray was born in 1884.
When did John Ray die?
John Ray died in 1887.
How old was John Ray at the time of death?
John Ray was about 3 years old.
Where is John Ray buried?
A cemetery record from Names in Stone documents John's grave; see the source link on this page for the cemetery map.
Who was president when John Ray was born?
Chester A. Arthur was president of the United States when John was born.
Who was president when John Ray died?
Grover Cleveland was president of the United States when John died.
What generation was John Ray part of?
Born in 1884, John Ray was part of the Lost Generation.
What major events happened during John Ray's lifetime?
During John's lifetime: the Statue of Liberty was dedicated (1886, age 2).
How many people named John Ray are on AncestryData?
2 people named John Ray are listed on AncestryData. Compare their birth and death years to find the right one.
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AncestryData, "John Ray (1884–1887)," record page, https://www.ancestrydata.com/person/john-ray-1884-1887-c54800ea/, accessed 2026-11-13.
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