Raymond E. Swank, Sr
April 16, 1937 — June 11, 2015
Raymond E. Swank, Sr.
Age, 78, entered into eternal life on Thursday, June 11, 2015 with his loving family by his side.
Raymond is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Janice (nee Kempke); loving children, Chris (Mark) Smith, Kathy (Thomas) Perry, Phillip (Diane) Cooper, Kimberly (fiancAC. Matt Koselke) Navarro, Raymond Jr., and Edith (George) Walsh; cherished grandchildren, Crystal, Nathaniel (Marianne), Johanna, Brandon, Jake (Serena), Josh, Zakkary, Zoe, Abbie, Megan, Ray, Terry (Jessica), Ashley (Nick), Michael, and Matt, Jr.; four beloved great grandchildren; dear sister, Ruth Ann Vinyard; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Preceded in death by his parents, Raymond O. and Edith M. (nee Cox) Swank.
Ray retired from Seneca Petroleum after 42 years of employment. He loved his family and dog, Rocket.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Joliet Area Community Hospice for the excellent care provided.
A Celebration of Raymond's life will begin on Tuesday, June 16, 2015 with a visitation from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm. At Tezak Funeral Home, 1211, Plainfield Rd, Joliet, IL 60435. A service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 7:30 p.m., Pastor Karl Hess officiating.
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tezak Funeral Home
1211 Plainfield Road
Joliet, Illinois 60435
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
7:30 PM
Tezak Funeral Home
1211 Plainfield Road
Joliet, Illinois 60435