Raymond A. DePauw

Message from Lynne Clark

Dear Joan,

Mom and Dad would be SO sad to hear.....please know you are in my prayers.

Much Love,
Lynne Clark Isaiah 25: 8, 9

A candle was lit by Nancy & Willie Spears on November 6, 2017 6:17 PM

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Ray was someone very special to me. He gave me tough love growing up in the Congregation. But behind that toughness was kindness that showed me HOW to love Jehovah & people. I have great great memories of “Wilber” sitting in “his chair” for book studies & meetings for service. And my last time with Ray, a few weeks before he passed I will hold dear to me, his laughter & since of humor
Joan, Jehovah will continue to be with you to give you a clear mind & calm heart as you wait for the day very soon to see Ray again. 🎼 That day is just around the corner, waiting around the corner is a world we long to see, it’s a promise from Jehovah it’s a guarantee reality, it’s hard to get downhearted when we think of what’s instore, just around the corner🎼
With deep love,

Message from Kris & Lynda Donovan

Ray was a pillar and support of the Truth in the Ware Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Hearing him pray before meals at home reinforced my opinion of him as a deeply spiritual man; it amazed me that he remembered so many by name. He was a dear friend to my wife & I, and we so look forward to seeing him in the peak of health when he is resurrected on the earth, in the Paradise. Until then, he will be greatly missed.

A candle was lit by Gary on October 29, 2017 1:15 PM

Message from Freeman's

Ray & Joan have been part of our spiritual family for 45 years. I remember our tiny hall, book study in their cellar, building our new hall and too many service experiences. They have also been loving to our family and my mom , Eva. We are glad that the pain and suffering endured with Ray is over and only hope ahead. Isa 32:17-18 Isa 41:6

Message from Patrick Lougee'

Raymond is a dear friend and a caring person, he will be missed. He was a faithful servant of Jehovah, and he was a good husband to Joan. We look forward to seeing him again in perfect health in the resurrection to take place here on a paradise earth.

Message from Brian & Diane Perkins

We only knew Ray for the past 6 years or so, but he left quite an impact on Diane and I. I especially loved hearing Ray talk about his exploits on the basketball court, and he enjoyed telling them. I look forward to seeing him again - in perfect health - and challenge him to some hoops. I also remember taking him on a call once and on the way home I asked if he'd like an ice cream. He quickly replied, "YES! - But don't tell Joan!" He made sure he devoured it before we got back to his house. I guess it's safe to let the secret out now. He will be dearly missed.