Raymond Edward Maritano Jr.

Raymond Edward Maritano Jr. obituary, Canton, IL

Raymond Edward Maritano Jr.

Raymond Maritano Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sedgwick Funeral Home & Crematory - Canton on Apr. 21, 2025.

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Raymond Edward Maritano Jr., 53, of Elmwood, passed away at 8:22 PM on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at his residence. He was born on June 3, 1971 in Peoria, IL, to Raymond Victor Maritano Sr. and Mary (Keith) Miller. He married Kristi Parker on September 22, 2010. She survives.
He is also survived by his mother; 8 children, Lilliana, Ashley, Kyra, Malia, Brina, Tieler, Riley, and Drake; one step-son, Nick; 15 grandchildren, one brother, Mark Miller; three sisters, Sara Amato, Theresa Miller, and Tasha Bishop.
He is preceded in death by his father, one daughter, Mckennah; and his grandma, Lillian Lolita.
Raymond was a talented song writer and musician. He enjoyed Harley's and classic cars. He loved his family and children. He was also known to be loved by all that knew him.
Celebration of Life will be held from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Rookie's in Brimfield, IL. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to the family. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com
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