Raymond served proudly in the United States Army in Korea and retired from Attica Correctional Facility in 1990. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion in Wyoming County.
He is survived by his beloved wife; Pearl (Hawker) Eley; the loving father of Donald (Diane) Eley, Robert Eley, Kenneth (Pamela) Eley, William (Kimberly) Eley, Noreen (Mike) Adams, and Dennis (Amy) Eley; brother of the late Rosemary (Norman) George, Helen (Fran) Kersch, Charles (Barbara) Eley, Bernie (Monica) Eley, Margaret (Neil) Miller, Joan (Frank) Minkle, James (Ingred) Eley; a grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 9; also his extended family Ronnie Hawker, Linda (Ken) Catino and the late Reggie Hawker, along with many wonderful nieces and nephews.
There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:30AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday April 25, 2023 at Holy Family Parish 4316 NY-98, North Java, NY 14113. Ray will be laid to rest in St. Nicholas Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Charlotte House 4316 NY-98, North Java, NY 14113. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.
