Ray Runyon

Ray Runyon, 78, passed away September 18, 2017, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. Ray was born February 5, 1939, in Rock Island, Illinois, to LeRoy and Virginia Runyon.

Ray proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was a member of Highland Park Christian Church and Teamsters Union. Ray retired from Sysco Foods as a truck driver after 30 years, and in retirement, he enjoyed working at Woodland Hills Golf Course.

Ray also enjoyed traveling with his wife, golfing, and watching the Iowa Hawkeyes, but his greatest joy came from time spent with his family and loved ones.

Ray is survived by his loving wife, Marci; son, Michael (Julie) Runyon of Mitchellville; daughter, Debra (Greg) Baker of Urbandale; grandchildren, Brad (Jessica) Runyon, Ken (Betsy) Runyon, Shawna (Roger) Huston, and Bryan (Lauren) Baker; 12 great-grandchildren; his siblings, Dixie, Chad (Pat), Melvin (Mary), Joe, and Rick (Roxanne); as well as other loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, September 23, 2017, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with a 12:00 p.m. graveside service to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League in loving memory of Ray.

Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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