Name: Visitation for Raymond Dana Gholson
Start: 2022-01-07T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-01-08T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

Raymond Dana Gholson, age 57, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2021, in Gary, IN following a courageous battle with ALS. He was born July, 10, 1964 in Hammond IN and raised in Gary, IN where he resided for the past 20 + years. He is survived by his only son, Raymond Dana Gholson, Jr. ; his father, Frederick D. Gholson; 5 Brothers; Fred Jr., Richard, Robert, Ron & Ryan and two sisters Joan & Jill; numerous nieces and nephews, 3 great nieces and 1 Great nephew. He also leaves behind a host of relatives and some very special friends and caregivers. He was preceded in death by his mother: Joan Ann Gholson (Waller). Grandparents: Robert & Robbie Gholson and Richard & Ruth Waller. Ray was a member of First African Methodist Episcopal Church in Gary, IN, for 10 years. Ray served his country as a Navy Man for 4 years. Worked at NMLK in Portage, IN as a First Operator for 10 years. He loved his dogs Razor & Yukon, the outdoors, fishing, planting, feeding the birds, working out and combing the beach. Ray attended St. Mary's of the Lake (Gary) and Andrean HS (Merrillville). Ray was a social butterfly and naturally attracted many friends in his life both young and old. He had a special way of making even perfect strangers feel loved and valued. He was an extremely loving and caring person who will be missed by his family and friends. Visitation Friday, January 7, 2022 12:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Guy & Allen Chapel 2959 W. 11th Avenue. Funeral service January 8, 2022 11:00 a.m. at First AME Church, 2045 Massachusetts St., Gary, IN.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jan. 5, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Gholson

18 Entries

Teddy Jones

August 11, 2025

Don't know why Ray Ray crossed my mind this morning but it lead me to do a search for him on Google. Ray and I was stationed together in the Navy at FNOC Monterey California. Great man, kind, loud sense of humor, great athletic! We won a Flag Football Championship while stationed there. He was fast and a very competitive team mate. May he Rest in Forever Peace! CWO4 Teddy Jones, USN (Ret)

Jelisa Lockett

July 7, 2023

Ray, I have you heavy on my mind tonight. When I had learned about your passing, I could not describe how I felt. I was sad, a little angry but knowing that now you get to be superman again made me feel peace. The past year+ has been rough, every now and again I think of you and your contagious smile. Your personality was one of a kind, you always brought me joy even with everything that you went through. You were very special to me, you held a big place in my heart. I miss you man.

Paulina Huffman, Asst. VSO, Porter County, IN

February 14, 2022

On behalf of the Porter County Veterans Service Office, we would like to thank Raymond for his faithful service to our nation. We wish to offer our sincere condolences to his family.

Kimberly keith

January 13, 2022

I am so sad to hear of Ray's passing..My son,Tony will truly miss u...and so will i.

Annie (Chester) Endres

January 9, 2022

I´m so sorry for your loss.
Bless

Lieu

January 8, 2022

Praying for you all. God send The Comforter.
My condolences.

Wanda Wilson

January 7, 2022

TO THE ENTIRE GHOLSON FAMILY PLEASE ACCEPT MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU!! RAY WAS A NICE MAN TOWARDS ME. HIS SMILE AND HIS ENORMOUS PRESENCE I WILL NEVER FORGET. I ONE DAY AFTER CHURCH I WAS TEASING HIM AND CALLING HIM "SUPER MAN" BECAUSE OF HIS MUSCLES. HE JUST LAUGHED, SMILED AND PUSHED HIS CHEST OUT MORE! I BELIEVE THERE IS PEACE FOR GOOD PEOPLE, I PRAY THAT RAY FOUND HIS PEACE!

Wanda Wilson

January 7, 2022

RICHARD DAVID, PAULA AND YOUR FAMILY PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO YOU AT LOSS OF RAYMOND. RAY WAS A SPECIAL PERSON. JUST AS WRITTEN HE HAD ABILITY TO MAKE ANYBODY FEEL COMFORTABLE AROUND HIM! HE WAS ALWAYS KIND SO ME WE SAW ME AT CHURCH. DEAR FRIENDS, YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS !!

Barbara Valcich

January 7, 2022

Ron, I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Maryann

January 7, 2022

Ron, I´m so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. May your memories give you peace and comfort. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

church member

January 6, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Sheila Howard (Mandie's aunt)

January 6, 2022

Jill and the Gholston family,
May God's peace and grace comfort you and your family during this time of bereavement.

Alyne Dawson-Washington

January 5, 2022

Ron, my heartfelt sympathies are extended to you and your family during this time of great loss. A beautiful soul, full of love and faith, ascended to heaven, away from everyone, but closer to God. May the precious memories of Ray sustain you and your family today, tomorrow and forever. ~Alyne

Val Collins

January 5, 2022

Our Condolences To The Family
May God Give You The Strength
In The Days Ahead. Our Prayers Are With You All. Willie and Val Collins

Belinda Rodgers-Allen

January 5, 2022

Rob grief can be so hard, but special memories help us cope. Remembering you, family and Ray today & always. Celebrate a life well lived. God bless.

Rose (Classmate)

January 5, 2022

Frederick,
Just To Share My Deepest Sympathies To You and Family! On The Passing of Your Son! Heaven Has Gained A Beautiful Angel May He Rest in PEACE!

Rose (classmate)

Anonymous

January 5, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Gwendolyn West

January 5, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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