In loving memory of

Raymond Johns
June 27, 2006

Raymond Glen Johns, 86, of Keokuk, died Tuesday morning, June 27, 2006, at Keokuk Area Hospital.

Mr. Johns was born March 20, 1920 in Keokuk, Iowa, the son of Albert and Katie Walter Johns. He was a lifelong resident of Keokuk. He was self-employed as a service garage owner and later worked at Fruehauf. He was a member of the Moose Club of Keokuk, Iowa. He was Treasurer of Swing Ezy Disaster Fund. He loved working on his farm, gardening and hunting.

He is survived by a daughter, Carole Riter and her husband, Jack, of Kahoka, Missouri; two sons, Larry Johns of St. Paul, Minnesota and Donald Johns of Keokuk; two sisters, Gladys Moore and her husband, Charles, of Kahoka, Missouri and Irene Lillis and her husband, Jim, of Mountain Home, Arkansas; two grandchildren, Thad Riter of St. Paul, Minnesota, Misty Arrowood and her husband, Tony, of Keokuk, two great grandchildren, Abby & Halo Arrowood of Keokuk, five nephews, Lonnie Matticks, Eric Lillis, Jared Lillis, Jeff Matticks and James Matticks; and a niece, Janine Matticks.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and 2 sisters, Nellie Maynard and one in infancy.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 AM Friday, June 30, 2006, at DeJong's Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Fox officiating. Burial was in Hickory Grove Cemetery north of Keokuk.

Memorials may be made to Montrose Health Center or Hickory Grove Cemetery Association.

Tributes

Darrell E. Lora wrote on Sep 25, 2008:

"To my relatives. Raymond, Roseliee and Carole, Larry and Donnie. I will miss your Dad greatly as I miss your Mom. I will always remember fundly all the trips to Keokuk that we had taken over the years. Even back when my brother had played against KHS in the early 60's. Going to the kids graduations from KHS. Also going to the farm that Jack and Carole had in Missouri. It only seems like yesterday to me. I know that your Mom and Dad Carole are in Gods hands in heaven. Take care all of you. 563-528-2241(C). Darrell. "

Darrell E. Lora wrote on Sep 19, 2008:

"This is Darrell of Davenport,IA. Raymond and Rosely were both so very close to me, but since my Mom and Dad both died, I knew I couldn't ever make it back down there for Raymond's passing even though we made it there for your Mom Carole and Donnie and Larry. I loved you all so much. It hurts to know their all gone. We had made so many trips there back in the 70's by bus and driving our car. I can still see your parents in my mind Carole and Larry. I wish I could swee youall again. I'm at 321 West Columbia Ave. 52803-1454 563-322-0250 or cell at 563-528-2241. "

Darrell E. Lora wrote on Sep 19, 2008:

"This is Darrell of Davenport,IA. Raymond and Rosely were both so very close to me, but since my Mom and Dad both died, I knew I couldn't ever make it back down there for Raymond's passing even though we made it there for your Mom Carole and Donnie and Larry. I loved you all so much. It hurts to know their all gone. We had made so many trips there back in the 70's by bus and driving our car. I can still see your parents in my mind Carole and Larry. I wish I could swee youall again. I'm at 321 West Columbia Ave. 52803-1454 563-322-0250 or cell at 563-528-2241. "

michael peterson wrote on Jun 29, 2006:

"Larry, I was sad to hear from Tommy and Dennis that your father had passed away. None of us "noonball" guys will probably make it down for the funeral, but I know that they are all thinking about you. Take care, Michael"

Hondo wrote on Jun 29, 2006:

"Larry, Just learned of your father's passing from Mike Peterson. My prayers and condolences are with you and your family. I have been through it with both of my parents. Be thankful for the good times. See you at noonball."

Kimberly Matticks-Utsler wrote on Jun 29, 2006:

"I am sorry to hear about Uncle Raymond. I feel so bad for everyone. I have alot of great memories of him from when Dad(Lonnie)or Grandpa Matticks would bring me down. I will never forget the hay rack rides and searching for arrow heads. I would have loved to come down with Dad but just couldn't get away from work. I send my love to everyone. I would really like to come visit sometime! "

Melissa Wilson-Schutte wrote on Jun 29, 2006:

"Misty and family, Sorry to hear of the passing of your grandfather. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Melissa and Rob"

Tony & Brandy Magray wrote on Jun 29, 2006:

"Misty,Tony ,girls and family~ You are in our thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you. Tony,Brandy & Luke"

Kellie Matticks- Mount wrote on Jun 29, 2006:

"I was shocked to hear about Uncle Raymond. I have so many happy memories of him. The tractor rides and just playing on the farm is a memory that i will always smile about. You are in my thoughts!!!"