Raymond L. "Ray" Foreman
June 04, 2014
Raymond Leroy Foreman, 68, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at the VA Hospital in Des Moines. Ray was born September 18, 1945 to Claude and Sylvia (Boggs) Foreman.
Ray graduated from Lincoln High School. Ray proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1972 – 1975. He retired after 26 years of dedicated service from Echo Valley Golf and Country Club.
Ray is survived by his wife, Debbie Cabelka; sister, Kathryn (Jack) Woods; brother, Robert (Sandy) Foreman; father in-law, Loren Cabelka; brother in-law, Brent (Kathy) Cabelka; sister in-law, Shelley Cabelka; beloved nieces and nephews; special caregivers, niece, Shelley Brugioni and friends, Michelle Buck and Julie Harvey.
A graveside service will be held at Iowa Veteran’s Cemetery, Van Meter, Iowa at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10, 2014.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Ray’s family.
On-line condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
cousin Diana (Foreman) Kesselring
06/11/2014
My sincere sympathy to the entire family. God Bless you Rammy
Vonnie and Laddie Jobe
06/09/2014
Kathryn, We are so sorry. I didn't know Ray or his wife so will you pass my sympathies to her. Shelley is a great nurse he was blessed to have her at his side for his cares. He was blessed to have you as his lovine and devoted sister. Laddie and I have an obligation to care for my daughter Sarah's two small children, but we are trying to figure out how we can come to show our respect. If we are. unable, please know we are thinking of you and of Bob as well.
Jan Argo-Davis
06/09/2014
I am so sorry for your loss of Ray. He was a "one of a kind" guy that will be difficult to forget! Just remember I am merely a phone call away when you want to talk or just need a friendly ear. All my love and a big hug.
Shelley Cabelka
06/05/2014
Deb - Sending you a hug and my love. He will forever be in our hearts!
Sandy (Geyer) Goff
06/04/2014
Ray was my H.S. classmate. He was a good guy. I wish I had known he was a Marine. I would have thanked him for his service. Our son-in-law is a Marine. They all are indeed America's finest. I am indeed sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you. Love in Christ, Sandy
Courtney Hurt
06/04/2014
Deb- I was so sad to hear this news today. I have been praying and thinking of you daily! Know that Pat and I are thinking of you today and always and pray for strength to get through these hard days. Sending many hugs! Love - Court, Pat and Carter!
Diane Freeman
06/04/2014
Well Deb, Ray did it his way. He fought the fight with grace and dignity and never gave up. Be comforted knowing that so many love both of you and that he will be missed. When the days get hard, remember, he is with you always. "The life given us by nature is short, but the memory of a life well spent is eternal"-Cicero
Toni Eilbert
06/04/2014
Deb, so sorry for your loss! He and Rick are probably reminiscing about the good old days! Ray was one of a kind! He will be missed!