Raymond R. Story

Story, Raymond R. 84, of Yorkville, IL, (formerly of Hinsdale, IL) died peacefully at his home with loved ones close by on Saturday June 16, 2012. "Uncle Ray" was born October 28, 1927 in Brooklyn, Wisconsin. Ray is survived by his wife, Betty (nee Henry) Story; and his three loving daughters and their husbands, Sandy (Glenn) Mundell, JoAnne (Robert) Zieman and Patty Oxendine (Tim Neher) and also his sister Alice (Richards). Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Minor and Gertrude Story and his sisters Mabel (Miles), Irene (Denny). Ray will be missed by his grandchildren, Renee (Josh) Kron, Trisha Jundt; Justin, Matthew (Kristine) and Nathan Zieman; Nickole and Dylan Oxendine. He was proud to be a great-grandpa to Brianna, Brooke and Jackson Kron. To all who knew him, Ray was a good friend and an easygoing man who would give you the shirt off his back. He volunteered with the Tri-State Fire Department for over 25 years. Ray also served our country in the Army. Ray was a master carpenter with over 58 years with the Chicago Regional Carpenters Union. Ray loved and was loved by his family, often seen dancing with Betty, building homes, and dominating all comers in horseshoes and bowling. Ray was a big sports fan - especially the Cubs. He also enjoyed traveling on family camping trips and playing poker with his extended family. Ray, our patriarch will be dearly missed. Visitation Monday June 18, 2012, 4pm - 8pm Toon Funeral Home 4920 Main Street Downers Grove, IL. Funeral Service Toon Funeral Home Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 10:00 am. Burial following at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, IL.