James Ray Enus

James Ray Enus — husband, father, veteran, pilot, engineer, businessman, realtor, and loyal friend — made his final exit leaving behind a legacy of generosity, service, and love for family. Born in Paris, Texas, to Flora Lee Enus and Trottus Enus, James moved to Las Vegas in 1962 after graduating high school with honors. Though awarded a four-year scholarship to Prairie View A&M University, he chose instead to join his family in Las Vegas.

James met Frances Claudette Nichols in 1963, and the two were married on August 31, 1968. Together they built a loving family and welcomed two children, Corey James Enus and Jamie Claudine Enus.

A dedicated professional, James earned an A.A. degree from Clark County Community College and later graduated Summa Cum Laude from National University with a B.S. in Business Administration. His distinguished career included leadership roles with Arcata Associates, Reynolds Electrical & Engineering Co., Bechtel Nevada, and the Clark County School District, where he retired in 2006 as Director of Security Systems.

James will be remembered for his kindness, quiet strength, and willingness to help others without being asked. Even during difficult health challenges, his concern remained centered on the wellbeing of his family and friends. His life truly mattered, and his generosity made the world better.

James was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather James Mason, siblings Brenda, Troy, and Gary Mason, nieces Ebony Mason and Trenessa Foreman Robertson, and grandparents LeRoy and Marion Sears.

He leaves behind his beloved wife Claudette; children Corey and Jamie; granddaughter Kennedy Enus and mother Kimberly Lippisch; granddaughter, Mayson Enus and mother Ebby Ostrosky; special nephew Orren Webber; and many loving family members and friends.