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Raymond McKenna
1931 - 2017
Raymond McKenna
1931 - 2017
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BORN
1931
DIED
2017
Raymond McKenna Obituary
GRANVILLE: A memorial service, celebrating the life of Raymond A. McKenna, age 86, of Granville, will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 107 E. Broadway, Granville, with Deacon Mary Raysa officiating.
Raymond was born in Walpole, Massachusetts on July 27, 1931 to the late Arthur Raymond and Dorothy (Cobb) McKenna. He passed away at Riverside Methodist Hospital on September 27, 2017.
Prior to retirement, Raymond was manager of the Denison University book store for over 36 years. He was a lifelong supporter of the Democratic Party and was past vice-chair of the Licking County Democratic Party.
Survivors include his loving wife of nearly 65 years, Marilyn "Lyn" (Hardy) McKenna, whom he married November 10, 1952; four sons, Robert (Debbie) McKenna, Alan (Debi) McKenna, David (Jan) McKenna and Evan (Bonnie) McKenna; daughter-in-law, Carol McKenna; two sisters, Dorothy "Dotsie" Kehoe and Eleanor "Ellie" White; 11 grandchildren; and numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Geoffrey; and one granddaughter.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Raymond to the Licking County Democratic Party, 2054 Cherry Valley Road, Newark, Ohio 43055.
Visit www.CrissWagnerHoskinson.com to share a special memory about Raymond or to sign an online guest book.
Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service is honored to care for Raymond and the McKenna family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
October 9, 2017
Please accept my condolence for the death of your loved one. 1 Thessalonians 4:13, 14.
Tricia
Sue Smith Schlicher
October 9, 2017
Ray, May God bless you and your family in your time of need and always.
October 7, 2017
Dear Lynn and family,
May God watch over you and give comfort to you and your family during this difficult time. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Debbie and Chuck Whitefield
Crystal Trimmer
October 7, 2017
Sorry for your loss Raven.
Love,
Larry, Crystal, Zackery, Brady and Joseph
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October 5, 2017
Davie, We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers go out to you & your family. ODOT Utica Outpost
David & Josie Castillo
October 3, 2017
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are
With you and your family.
Marc Guthrie
October 3, 2017
Ray was one of the finest, most selfless people I've ever known. There are few people so full of goodness, as Ray McKenna.
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