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Raymond Killian Obituary
Raymond Andrew Killian, a lifelong resident of Plymouth, died unexpectedly Saturday, June 27, 2020, at home, at the age of 62.
Raymond was born in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 30, 1957, to Frank T. and Florence Kieszek Killian. He was graduated from Wyoming Valley West High School in 1975 and from King's College, Wilkes-Barre, in 1979 with a Bachelor of Science degree in information systems.
He worked for many years at Carter Footwear in Wilkes-Barre and was currently employed by Chubb, also in Wilkes Barre, as a senior systems analyst. He was a communicant of All Saints Church, Plymouth.
Raymond was the devoted primary caretaker for his mom over the past 17 years. As the "favorite uncle," he doted on his nieces and nephews, attending birthday parties, sporting events, and dance recitals and taking summer trips with the boys to Knoebels amusement park when they were young.
Raymond was proud of his Plymouth heritage. He enjoyed daily walks around town, communicating with local politicians, and the annual Kielbasa Festival. He was passionate about his cars, especially the many Jeeps he owned over the years. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his father in 2003.
Raymond is survived by his mother; his brothers, Frank, Jerry and Joseph; his nieces and nephews, Jason (Juli Ann) Killian; Kristen (Ron) Dietrick; Amy, Matthew, Jeffrey and Andrew Killian; and his great-nephew, Christopher Killian and great-niece, Avery Dietrick.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Wednesday in All Saints Parish, 66 Willow St., Plymouth. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Nativity Cemetery, Plymouth Twp.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the National Kidney Foundation, 1500 Walnut St., Suite 301, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
To submit condolences to Raymond's family, please visit www.sjgrontkowskifuneralhome.com.
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July 2, 2020
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Raymond. He was an extended member of our family and will be very much missed.
The Armstrong-Friedmann and Campbell families
Dave Stanitis
June 30, 2020
Ray was a great neighbor. We are definitely going to miss him. God bless him.
Mary (Fabiny) McGrath
June 30, 2020
Deepest Sympathy to the entire Killian Family on your loss.
Having worked closely with Ray over the past 20 years, we shared many interactions. Most notable were our conversations involving family. Ray's family was always at the top of his priorities.
I will never forget how his face would light up when showing me a photo on his phone of a family gathering, or when he talked about his nieces and nephews.
Our office, especially our team, will never be the same without him!
Lisa Dillon
June 30, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss; saying prayers for Ray's family in this difficult time. I worked at Penn Millers / Chubb with Ray for 10 years. When I asked for his help, he was always quick to do so. We would share sarcastic jabs quite often, and chatted about Plymouth's Kielbasafest several times. He had a quick wit and will surely be missed.
Lisa D.
S B
June 30, 2020
Ray was known to be a man of integrity. Condolences to the family for your loss.
Judy Gurnari
June 30, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family. I worked with Ray for many years. He and I were buddies. He always shared picture of his family with me. He took great care of his mother. He will be deeply missed.
S B
June 29, 2020
Ray was a proud Shawnee Indian!
In his mind, Silicone Valley can't hold a candle to Plymouth,Pa.
June 29, 2020
I worked closely with Ray for 20 years at Chubb. He was So knowledgeable and offered direction many times. He will certainly be missed.
He always spoke so proudly of his nieces and nephews. Pictures from Knoebels were hung prominently on his desk.
My deepest condolences to his family at this time.
Joan Thomas
Harold Roberts
June 29, 2020
I have worked with Ray for 20 years. He was very dedicated and considered one of our top computer programmers at CHUBB and Penn Millers. When there was a complex issue with the computer system, everyone went to Ray for advice. He will be missed and difficult to replace. On a personal level I know Ray always spoke about his family. He was proud of his mom, brothers and nephews. We always exchanged stories on our Jeeps and the good old days at WVW. Ray graduated with my sister. My sincere condolences to the Killian Family. May the memories you all share of Ray get you through this difficult time.
Cindy Beck
June 29, 2020
I am so sorry for you loss. I know Ray was so proud of his family. I have only worked with Ray for a couple of years, he will be missed. from Cindy Beck
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