| Charles W. Ray | |
| Birth Date: | 6 August 1872 |
| Birth Place: | Pensacola, Yancey County, North Carolina |
| Placeofburial Label: | Place of burial |
| Allegiance: | United States of America |
| Branch: | United States Army |
| Serviceyears: | 1898 - 1900 |
| Rank: | Sergeant |
| Unit: | Company I, 22d U.S. Infantry |
| Battles: | Philippine–American War |
| Awards: | Medal of Honor |
Charles W. Ray (August 6, 1872 - March 23, 1959) was a sergeant in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.
Rank and organization: Sergeant, Company I, 22d U.S. Infantry. Place and date: Near San Isidro, Luzon, Philippine Islands, 19 October 1899. Entered service at: St. Louis, Mo. Birth: Pensacola Yancey County, N.C. Date of issue: 18 April 1902.
Citation:
Most distinguished gallantry in action. Captured a bridge with the detachment he commanded and held it against a superior force of the enemy, thereby enabling an army to come up and cross.