Obituary: Carl Ray Street, Jr.
Carl Ray Street, Jr.
05/30/2026
75 Years of age
Carl Ray Street, Jr., age 75, of Leland, Mississippi, passed away on May 30, 2026, likely still dog cussin’ the world, leaving behind a legacy of grit, strong opinions, a big, unmistakable laugh, and a habit of pulling people into whatever trouble he had in mind.
Raised in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, Carl Ray was a well-known face around Leland. If he spoke with you for more than five minutes, chances are you walked away with a nickname—or one of his colorful Southern sayings, like things going over “about as well as a fart in church.” He spent his life building deep roots in Washington County and served as a police officer in Leland and Indianola, Mississippi, as well as Memphis and Germantown, Tennessee—a role that suited his bold spirit and sharp instincts. He also worked as a security officer on the side at casinos, concerts, and college campuses.
He enjoyed the simple pleasures—shooting the breeze, riding motorcycles, listening to music, watching wrestling, horror movies, and true crime shows where he usually had his own opinion on how it should’ve been handled, and smoking cigarettes.
Carl Ray was the father of two children, Carl Street III (Trey) and Sara “Beth” Street Platt. He raised them with an old-school style and humor, encouraging them to stand their ground, speak their minds, and never lose the ability to laugh at themselves. They will carry his life lessons in their own way, and he left a lasting impression on both of them. He will be deeply missed and forever carried in their own ways.
Carl Ray is survived by his children; his wife, Beky Street; his grandchildren, Christian Platt, Brinley Platt, and Juni Street; and a host of extended family members and friends who will remember him in their own stories. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bobby and June Street, and his siblings, J.M., Helen, and Dana.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Fraternal Order of Police.
