Raymond Otis Walters' Obituary
Raymond Otis Walters, 78, of Decatur, IL passed away May 3, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital.
Raymond was born May 21, 1944 in Decatur, IL the son of Either and Mary (Cameron) Walters. He married Carole Jones on December 10, 1986 in Decatur, IL.
Raymond had worked for AE Staley, retiring after 26 years of service. He was a member of the 1st Nazarene Church, enjoyed fishing and shooting at the Bullet Trap with his son. He enjoyed being a home body and had a special place in his heart for his dog, Bella.
Surviving are his wife, Carole; children, Michele Powars (Brad Flowers) of Decatur, IL, Michael Walters (Gretchen) of South Carolina, Christine Beavers (John) of Decatur, IL, Dannell (Chad) of Decatur, IL; brothers, Billy Walters of Arkansas, Daniel Walters of Arkansas; sister, Julie Howard of Decatur, IL; 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Cremation services will be provided by Moran and Goebel Funeral Home.
Private services will be held at a later date.
Memorials: American Red Cross.
Condolences may be left to Raymond’s family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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