Charles Ray Moses Sr., 91, of Nederland, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2019. Charles was born October 14, 1927 in Orange to the late Ray Moses and Clara DeCuir Moses.

Charles Ray was a self-made entrepreneur. He owned several businesses in the Mid-County area and was fortunate enough to retire at an early age of 54. He and Dorothea enjoyed traveling across the US and many other countries, most often with their beloved pets. Charlie also enjoyed playing cards with Bud when they took their trips to the casinos. When anyone hears the word “deal” you think of Charlie.

He is survived by his son, Charles R. Moses Jr. and his wife Karen of Port Neches; his daughters, Margie Tiner and her husband Gary of Nederland and Babbie Patin and her husband Errol of Spring; his brother from a different mother, Eugene Finkley of Nederland. Also his grandchildren, Janna Carter, Julie DeVillier, Cameron Patin, Evan Moses, and Erin Moses; 5 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

There will be a graveside service in the larger Tranquility Mausoleum on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches under the direction of Melancon’s Funeral in Nederland. A gathering of the family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.