Oray was the 3rd born in a family of 3, he being the only boy & the last born.
To the time of his demise Oray Dave was a producer at Starlink Records and was a household name in Kisumu. During his life time, he had produced songs for several artists in Kisumu including Clan Walimwengu -kuna Q kwa bank, Nipe Nafasi- Double B, Njoo Mpenzi-Majemedari, Baki Kijijini-Jim Prince.
Other artists with whom he had worked include Needah, Xpat Mkwanja, June Rapsha & Zealous.
Oray Dave was taken ill on Monday having complained of chest pains and difficulty in breathing. Dave passed on at 4:00 am on Monday 16th November while being rushed to Avenue Hospital. Diagnosis for his death- Pnuemonia.
He is survived by a widow & ; two sons Jayson & Leslie.