Raymond was born on March 6, 1927 in Altus, OK. He served in the Navy in WWII and eventually settled in Lubbock, TX where he retired from Central Freight in 1993. After “retiring” he built houses and worked part time at Enterprise until 2012 when he was 85 years old.
Raymond was foremost a follower of Christ and lived his life as a great example to his family and never wavered from his beliefs even when the world and culture were counter to those beliefs.
His wife Betty, his children and grandchildren were adored by him and he showed that love with the best bear hugs in the world. He was sweet, solid and there was never a doubt about what he believed.
Ray cherished time spent with his family playing the harmonica, reading and watching western movies, music and fishing.
His family is comforted knowing that he is waiting for them in heaven and having a wonderful reunion with loved ones.
Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, 5 brothers, 3 sisters, daughter Sue Walker, grandson Chad Walker and great grandchildren Roger Eugene Walker and Colton Ray Hogan.
He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Betty, daughter Vickie Johnson & husband Howard, son Earl Gentry & wife Melanie, 7 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and sister Patricia DeVogler.
