Raymond Brown

Raymond Brown, age 101, of Cantrall, passed away on Monday, October 8, 2018 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield surrounded by his family.

Raymond was born March 10, 1917 in Cantrall, IL the son of Earl and Lucy Brown.

He survived by his son, Jack (Donna) Brown of Cantrall, two grandchildren; Eric (Brenda) Brown of Cantrall, Tamara (Ken) Barba of Bloomington, IL; six great grandchildren; Jacob, Rachel, Maxwell, Madison, Megan and McKenna; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Raymond is preceded in death by both parents; his wife, Margaret and one son, Jim Brown.

Raymond worked for Allis Chalmers and Sears.

He is a member of the Athens Christian Church.

Raymond enjoyed woodworking, beekeeping and spending time with his family.

Visitation for Raymond will be held on Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 10-11 AM at the Athens Christian Church. Services will immediately follow at 11 AM at the Athens Christian Church.

Rev. Ken Gennicks will be officiating.

Burial will be held at Joel Hall Cemetery in Athens.

Memorials can be given to the Athens Christian Church Building Fund.