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Raymond Null Obituary
He was born Sept. 22, 1938, in Zeigler, the son of Jacob E. and Kate (Pullum) Null.
He married Sandra Lynn Falknor on Aug. 1958, and she preceded him in death.
He married Edith K. Oakley on Aug. 21, 1981, and she preceded him in death June 12, 2010.
He was a retired police detective for the city of Wilton Manors, Fla. He was the author of several books.
Raymond is survived by two daughters, Linda Null of New Braunfels, Texas, and Rebecca (Joel) Snider of Herrin; one son, David Null of Marion; one stepdaughter, Rebecca Francis of Southern Illinois; four granddaughters, Abby Snider of Herrin, Chrystal (Damon) Hickey of Carterville, Mandy (Ryan) Woodard of Energy and Lindsey Null of New Braunsfels, Texas; three grandsons, Daniel and Ryan Snider, both of Herrin, and Devon Null-Patterson of Carbondale; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and several brothers and sisters.
Graveside services and inurnment will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in Egyptian Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Jim Grant officiating.
Crain Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Null
June 10, 2011
So sorry to hear about Ray passing away! He was a great man and friend. May God be with the family during your time of sorrow!
Bonnie Gentry
Judy Day
June 10, 2011
so sorry for the loss of this great man...never met him but enjoyed chatting with him on facebook about his daughter Linda who he loved dearly Judy Day canyon lake texas
Jo Null
June 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad chapter of your lives. Although I never really got to know Uncle Ray, he will always hold a special place in my heart. My Grandpa Paul, was his brother. I am certain that somewhere, somehow, they are all together now. Smiling down on us. I will contine to pray that god somehow, give you all peace, through your sorrow.
June 7, 2011
I'm sorry for your loss Dave. May the good lord be with you in your time of sorrow.
Rick Ellet
Janeen Null Thomas
June 7, 2011
Thanks Raymond for all the help with the family history. I'm so glad I got to you meet you, even though it wasn't in person.
To Raymond's family, I am sorry for your loss. You'll be in my prayers.
Cousin Janeen Null Thomas
Irene Murphy
June 6, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Melody Viernum-Finney
June 6, 2011
I am so sorry to her of Rays passing, he was a wonderful man and a great friend. I enjoyed many years of his friendship...I will miss him. May you find peace in your memories of a life well lived, my prayers are with his family and all who knew and loved him.
Barbara Rhodes
June 6, 2011
David,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I worked with him at Pepsi. He was a great man. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Milly Halterman
June 6, 2011
I became acquainted with Ray when we both worked at Pepsi in Marion. I found him to be a delightful person and I am sad to have lost another friend. You have my sympathy.
Milly Halterman
Lori (Null) Crites
June 4, 2011
David, Linda, Becky and Devon-Sorry to hear about Ray, He was a one-of-a-kind man! Thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 4, 2011
David, Linda, Becky,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My sympathy's to all of you. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie Kerley Henson
June 4, 2011
Raymond was a wonderful, caring person and a true gentleman. I will miss him and think of him often. My condolences to him family on their loss.
Trudy Anderson
Herrin Rehab
MARSHALL AND PAM WALLS
June 4, 2011
SORRY TO HERE ABOUT YOUR DAD AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Janine Samples
June 4, 2011
I was saddened to learn of Ray's passing and hope you will find comfort in knowing he ALWAYS did it his way. He had many acheivements in his life and was proud of all of them. May be Lord be with you all in this time of sorrow.
Raymond Jackson
June 3, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Ray passing. I know you all will miss your Dad. I know I will miss Ray also. He was very kind to me At Pepsi. He had the know how to cheer you up, when you was at your lowest point in life. Ray was a professional at everything he did. He was a true friend. My Prayers and thoughts will be with each and every one of you in this time of sorrow . Raymond Jackson
Todd & Cathy Bradley
June 3, 2011
David, Linda, and Becky,
Sorry for the loss of your father. May the Lord be your comfort during this time. You are in our prayers
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