Raymond E. Rozell Sr.

Raymond E. Rozell Sr. obituary, Holly, MI

Raymond E. Rozell Sr.

Raymond Rozell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Guinn Family Funeral Homes - Clio Chapel on Aug. 9, 2025.

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ROZELL, Raymond, Sr. – of Clio and surrounding areas, age 85, died peacefully on Friday, August 8, 2025, in Swartz Creek. Funeral service will be held at 3PM Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the O'Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 11AM until the time of service. Honoring his wishes, cremation will follow. Burial in Great Lakes National Cemetery with full military honors will be held at a later date.

Raymond was born April 1, 1940, in Lowell, to the late James and Irene (Balcom) Rozell. He attended Kearsley High School and retired from Patsy Lou Chevrolet as the parts manager after nearly 30 years of employment. Raymond married his beloved wife, Judy Burns, and together they created a beautiful life. Judy preceded him in death on November 17, 2002. He was a member of the Birch Run Moose Lodge and the Clio Eagles. Raymond enjoyed playing euchre and horseshoes with family and friends and going fishing during his younger years. Nothing, however, compared to the love he had for his family - especially his grandchildren. Raymond was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend who will be truly missed.

Raymond is forever remembered by: Children: Raymond (Tammy) Rozell, Jr., Ronald (Cheryl) Rozell, Alan Rozell, Daniel (Lisa) Rozell, Paul (Jamie) Rozell, and Michael Rozell; Stepchildren: Robert (Lisa) Demo, Rick Demo, Kelly (Rick) Bowden, Ken (Julie) Richardson, and Kristin (David) Giddens; Many beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren; Brother, James (Jan) Rozell; Sister, Judy (Bill) Weible-Withrow; Several nieces, nephews, extended family, and wonderful friends. Raymond was preceded in death by: Wife, Judy; Parents, James and Irene; Sister, Carol Dean; Brother, Frank Rozell; Stepdaughter, Toni Demo; Stepdaughter-in-law, Susan Demo.

O'Guinn Family Funeral Home

Clio Chapel

810-686-5070

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