Raymond Gene McIlvain

Raymond Gene McIlvain obituary, Alliance, OH

Raymond Gene McIlvain

Raymond McIlvain Obituary

Visit the Cassaday-Turkle-Christian Funeral & Cremation Service website to view the full obituary.

Raymond Gene McIlvain, age 87, passed away on August 25, 2025.

He was born on November 24, 1937, to William and Irene (Blake) McIlvain.

Raymond worked as a kiln operator at Sebring Pottery. He loved drag racing.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Scott (Jeanette) McIlvain and grandchildren, Tyler, Josh, Trista and Liam.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Andrew McIlvain.

Per Raymond’s wishes, no funeral services will be held.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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