Early Sunday morning, February 9 at the age of 93, Raymond R. Wallender peacefully slipped into eternity. He is survived by four children: Timothy (Seattle, WA), Leanore Riley (Tupelo, MS), Katherine Ballew Lyle (Watonga, OK), and Theodore (Wichita, KS); 17 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Eleanore and son, Thomas (Juneau, AK).
Raymond exited this world to a far better place to spend eternity with his Savior, Jesus Christ. With much love for his family, he gave them all a love for music and taught several how to play different instruments. He was proud to serve in the United States Navy during World War II. He was a member of Hillcrest Community Church in Newton, KS.
We dearly miss you, Dad, and can’t wait to see you in eternity! We are sure our mother who passed 5 months previous, probably said to Dad as soon as he arrived in Heaven, “Well Ray, what took you so long?”
Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday February 12, 2020 at Hillcrest Community Church with Pastor Ray Nicodemus presiding. Visitation with the family will be 9:15 a.m. to service time at the church Wednesday morning. A graveside committal with Navy Honors will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at Winfield Veterans Cemetery in Winfield, Kansas
Memorials are suggested to Hillcrest Community Church 431 West 12th Newton, Kansas 67114
Our hearts are with you.
So sorry Katie! Hugs and prayers
Sending prayers from the halstead family u will be truly miss now get your rest
We’r wil miss you greatly, Dad! Kids and hug Mom for us.
Katie,
Your folks were very special folks. We really enjoyed visiting with them when we had an opportunity. Thinking of you all. Deepest Sympathy.