ᐅ Illinois Death Notices 2009-2024
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▰ Billy James Ragan

Died October 10, … More Information
Billy James Ragan, born September 13, 1937 entered Heaven's gates on October 10, 2017 in McLeansboro, Illinois. Billy was 80.

▰ Audrey A Ragan

Died September 27, … More Information
Audrey A Ragan, born February 9, 1929 died September 27, 2016 in Windsor, Illinois. Audrey was 87.

▰ Audrey Lee Ragan

Died November 28, … More Information
Audrey Lee Ragan, born May 5, 1945 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home November 28, 2015 in Marion, Illinois. Audrey was 70. Tags: #Hickory #North
Obituary: Audrey was born on May 5, 1945 and passed away on , 28, 2015. Audrey was a resident of Marion, Illinois at the time of passing. Audrey was formerly from Hickory, North Carolina.

▰ Robert F "Bud" Ragalie

Died December 06, … More Information
Robert F "Bud" Ragalie, age 89 of Illinois, passed away peacefully December 6, 2005.
Obituary published: December 07, 2005 in "Oak Leaves"

▰ Robert "Bud" Ragalie

Died June 19, … More Information
Robert "Bud" Ragalie, age 30 of Illinois, joined the Lord June 19, 2018.
Obituary published: June 20, 2018 in "Chicago T"

▰ Terry L Ragains

Died August 19, … More Information
Terry L Ragains, age 55 of Peoria, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on August 19, 2014.
Obituary published: August 20, 2014 in "Journal Star"

▰ Terry L Ragains

Died August 18, … More Information
Terry L Ragains, age 55 of Peoria, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 18, 2014.
Obituary published: August 19, 2014 in "Journal Star"

▰ Terry Lee Ragains

Died January 01, … More Information
Tags: #Hospice #Peoria #Russell #Jenetta #Ragains #Joshua #Camp #South #Grandaughter #Siblings #Steve #Varna #Randy #Eureka #Becky #Roos #West #Chicago #Central #Citywide #Industrial #Caterpillar #Davison- #Woodland #Jassman #Parkview #Terry #Illinois #Richard
Obituary: Terry L. Ragains, 55, of Peoria, passed away , 15, 2014 at The Richard L. Owens Hospice in Peoria.

He was born 28, 1959 to Russell and Jenetta (Brooks) Ragains.

Terry is survived by his Son; Joshua (Kate) Ragains of Camp Humphreys, South Korea, Grandaughter Krystal Ragains, Siblings; Steve (Apryl) Ragains of Varna, Randy (Mary) Ragains of Eureka, Becky (Dan) Roos of West Peoria, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Terry was an avid NASCAR, and Chicago Sports fan. He was a member of several different van clubs in Central Illinois, and enjoyed traveling with them. He loved animals, especially his pets. He also loved to fish.

He was employed as a printing press operator for Citywide Printing and as an Industrial Welder for Caterpillar Inc. He was a proud UAW member.



A memorial service will be held at 3 PM, 22, 2014 at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel. Pastor Dan Jassman will officiate. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Parkview .

Cremation rites will be accorded.

Memorial donations in honor of Terry may be made to the Illinois Cancer or The Richard L. Owens Hospice .

Online condolences may be left at www.Davison-Fulton.com

▰ Terry L Ragains

Died August 15, … More Information
Terry L Ragains, born January 28, 1959 joined the Lord August 15, 2014 in Peoria, Illinois. Terry was 55.
Family members and close friends: , Darlene Mcclary, Mike Kettle, Mark Reneau, Linda Brown

▰ Orbie R Ragains

Died October 08, … More Information
Orbie R Ragains, age 85 of Peoria, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Orbie October 8, 2009.
Obituary published: October 09, 2009 in "Journal Star"

▰ Mary F (Futrell) Ragains

Died May 29, … More Information
Mary F (Futrell) Ragains, of Peoria, Illinois, departed this life Sunday May 29, 2006. Mary was 85.
Obituary published: May 30, 2006 in "Journal Star"

▰ Lowell L Ragains

Died January 15, … More Information
Lowell L Ragains, of Peoria, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 15, 2013. Lowell was 90.
Obituary published: January 16, 2013 in "Journal Star"

▰ Lowell L Ragains

Died January 07, … More Information
Lowell L Ragains, born January 24, 1922 died January 7, 2013 in Peoria, Illinois. Lowell was 90. Tags: #Pope #Owen #Faye #Ragains #Mary #Futrell #Dixon #James #Peoria #Joel #Ellen #Kiev #Ukraine #Byron #Melody #Sean #Zack #Clark #Cameron #Corpsman #Carbondale #Degree #Southern #Louisville #Church #Woodland #Parkview #Please #Lowell
Obituary:


Lowell L Ragains

Peoria, IL

Lowell L. Ragains, 90, of Peoria, passed away at 9:20 pm on , 7, 2013 at Methodist Medical in Peoria.

He was born 24, 1922 in Pope , IL to Owen E. and Faye (Butler) Ragains. He married Mary Frances Futrell in of 1944 in Dixon Springs, IL. She preceded him in death in May of 2006. His parents, one brother and one sister also preceded him in death.

 Surviving are three sons, James (Margo) Ragains of Peoria, Joel (Mary Ellen) Ragains of Kiev, Ukraine and Byron (Jackie) Ragains of St. Charles, IL. Also surviving are one brother and one sister, six grandchildren, Melody, Sean, Zack, Ben, Clark and Cameron and seven great-grandchildren.

 Lowell served honorably as a Corpsman in the U.S. Navy during W.W. II. He was a graduate of SIU, Carbondale and received a MDiv Degree from Southern Seminary in Louisville, KY. He was an ordained minister for many years and was a member of Dayton Ave. Baptist Church 

 A private memorial service for the family will be held. Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Interment will be at Parkview cemetery at a later date.

Please visit Lowell's story at www.davison-fulton.com.

▰ Lowell L Ragains

Died January 07, … More Information
Lowell L Ragains, born January 24, 1922 entered eternal life January 7, 2013 in Peoria, Illinois. Lowell was 90.
Family members and close friends: , Martha Dunnam, Jim & Nancy Mustard

▰ John Ragains

Died September 10, … More Information
On September 10, 2013, John Ragains, 68 of Peoria, Illinois passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: September 11, 2013 in "Journal Star"

▰ Frances A (Fawley) Ragains

Died September 21, … More Information
Frances A (Fawley) Ragains, of Peoria, Illinois, entered into eternal rest September 21, 2012. Frances was 85.
Obituary published: September 22, 2012 in "Journal Star"

▰ Frances A Ragains

Died September 20, … More Information
Frances A Ragains, born January 13, 1927 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 20, 2012 in Peoria, Illinois. Frances was 85. Tags: #Methodist #Peoria #Ebert #Cleofea #Fawley #Orbie #Bloomington #Matthew #Gary #Sally #West #Alan #Rocco #Ragains #Honolulu #John #Tanner #Tampa #Nathan #Monroe #Johnna #Cooper #Jennifer #Riggio #Bently #Raegan #Zachary #James #Moser #Store #Elks #Club #American #Auxiliary #Izaak #Ladies #South #Bank #Directors #Manor #Member #Commerce #Universalist #Church #Visitation #Sept #Davison- #Woodland #Services #Brown #Cremation #Springdale #Memorials #Children #Hospital #Illinois #Online
Obituary:
   Peoria, IL – Frances A. Ragains, 85, of Peoria, passed away , Sept. 20, 2012 at Methodist Medical in Peoria surrounded by her family.

   She was born Jan. 13, 1927 in Peoria, IL to Ebert V. and Cleofea (Moser) Fawley.  She married Orbie R. Ragains in Bloomington, IL on Jan. 18, 1944.  He preceded her in death in Peoria on Oct. 7, 2009.  She was also preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Matthew Monroe; and son-in-law, Gary Monroe.

   She is survived by three children, Sally Monroe of West Peoria, Alan (and his partner Rocco Sansone) Ragains of Honolulu, HI, John (Debbie) Ragains of Peoria; five grandchildren, Tanner Monroe of Tampa, FL, Nathan (Heather) Monroe of Peoria, Johnna (Brian) Cooper of CA, Jennifer (Rob) Riggio of CA, Bently Orbie Ragains of TX; two great-grandchildren, Raegan Monroe of Peoria, Zachary Cooper of CA; and one brother, James (Irma) Fawley of Peoria.

   She owned and operated Moser Shoe Store in Peoria with her brother, Jim before retiring.  She was a member of the Elks Emblem Club, American Legion Auxiliary, Izaak Walton Ladies, first woman on the South Side Bank Board of Directors, South Side Manor Board Member, and Peoria Chamber of Commerce.  She was also a member of the Universalist Unitarian Church in Peoria.

   Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. , Sept. 23 at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel in Peoria.  Services will follow at 4 p.m. on with Rev. Michael Brown officiating.  Cremation will be accorded following services with burial of ashes at Springdale in Peoria at a later date.

   Memorials may be made to the Universalist Unitarian Church, or the Children’s Hospital of Illinois.  Online condolences may be made at www.Davison-Fulton.com.

▰ Frances A Ragains

Died September 20, … More Information
Frances A Ragains, born January 13, 1927 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 20, 2012 in Peoria, Illinois. Frances was 85.

▰ Phyllis L Ragain

Died December 05, … More Information
Phyllis L Ragain, born March 27, 1928 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home December 5, 2013 in Cisne, Illinois. Phyllis was 85.
Family members and close friends: , Kathy Young

▰ Petty Lee (Crawford) Ragain

Died April 29, … More Information
Petty Lee (Crawford) Ragain, 86, of Carman, Illinois departed this life April 29, 2013.
Obituary published: April 30, 2013 in "Journal Star"

▰ Gerald W Ragain

Died November 21, … More Information
Gerald W Ragain, of Illinois, born in Fort Smith, Arkansas, passed from this life on November 21, 2020. Gerald was 67.
Obituary published: November 22, 2020 in "Journal Star"

▰ Elmer Wade [Morris][Crawford] Ragain

Died October 19, … More Information
Elmer Wade [Morris][Crawford] Ragain, of Carman, Illinois, died on October 19, 1999. Elmer was 74.
Obituary published: October 20, 1999 in "Hawk Eye (IA)"

▰ Eddie V Ragain

Died February 22, … More Information
Eddie V Ragain died unexpectedly on February 22, 2015 at the age of 82 in Spring Bay, Illinois.
Obituary published: February 23, 2015 in "Journal Star"

▰ Shirley May Raga

Died December 21, … More Information
Shirley May Raga passed away December 21, 2016 in Bolingbrook, Illinois.

▰ Vasilios Stefanos Raftis

Died May 22, … More Information
Vasilios Stefanos Raftis, of Illinois, passed away peacefully May 22, 2007. Vasilios was 83.
Obituary published: May 23, 2007 in "Franklin Park Herald-Journal"

▰ Donald F "Red" Raftis

Died April 24, … More Information
Donald F "Red" Raftis, of Jerseyville, Illinois, entered eternal life April 24, 2005. Donald was 86.
Obituary published: April 25, 2005 in "State J-R"

▰ Dolores (Petersen) Raftis

Died November 18, … More Information
Dolores (Petersen) Raftis, age 71 of Barrington, Illinois, passed from this life on November 18, 2001.
Obituary published: November 19, 2001 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ David "Pete" Raftis

Died December 05, … More Information
David "Pete" Raftis, age 63 of Medora, Illinois, gained his wings on December 5, 2009.
Obituary published: December 06, 2009 in "State J-R"

▰ Athene Raftis

Died August 24, … More Information
Athene Raftis, born June 7, 1925 went to be with the Lord on August 24, 2012 in River Grove, Illinois. Athene was 87.

▰ Alex J Raftis

Died November 16, … More Information
Alex J Raftis went into the presence of the Lord on November 16, 2001 in Chicago, Illinois.
Obituary published: November 17, 2001 in "Chicago T"

▰ Alex J Raftis

Died November 18, … More Information
Alex J Raftis, of Barrington, Illinois, passed from this life on November 18, 2001. Alex was 39.
Obituary published: November 19, 2001 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Alex J Raftis

Died November 17, … More Information
Alex J Raftis, 39, of Barrington, Illinois departed this life November 17, 2001.
Obituary published: November 18, 2001 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Alex J Raftis

Died November 16, … More Information
Alex J Raftis, of Barrington, Illinois, died on November 16, 2001. Alex was 39.
Obituary published: November 17, 2001 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Alex Raftis

Died November 15, … More Information
Alex Raftis, of Barrington, Illinois, departed this life Sunday November 15, 2001. Alex was 39.
Obituary published: November 16, 2001 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Rosemary A (Mauler) Raftery

Died August 11, … More Information
Rosemary A (Mauler) Raftery, of Illinois, born in Kansas, went to be with the Lord on August 11, 2004.
Obituary published: August 12, 2004 in "Elk Grove Times"

▰ Rosemary A (Mauler) Raftery

Died August 11, … More Information
Rosemary A (Mauler) Raftery, of Illinois, born in Kansas, entered eternal life August 11, 2004.
Obituary published: August 12, 2004 in "Arlington Heights Post"

▰ Rosemary A Raftery

Died August 10, … More Information
Rosemary A Raftery, of Illinois, born in Kansas, departed this life Sunday August 10, 2004.
Obituary published: August 11, 2004 in "Des Plaines Journal"

▰ Patricia A (Lubben) Raftery

Died September 02, … More Information
Patricia A (Lubben) Raftery passed away September 2, 2000 in Illinois.
Obituary published: September 03, 2000 in "Chicago Sun Times"

▰ John Joseph Raftery

Died December 26, … More Information
John Joseph Raftery, 87, of Illinois departed this life December 26, 2018.
Obituary published: December 27, 2018 in "Chicago T"

▰ Michael John Rafter

Died April 18, … More Information
Michael John Rafter, of Arlington Heights, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven April 18, 2001. Michael was 19.
Obituary published: April 19, 2001 in "Palatine Countryside"

▰ Michael John Rafter

Died April 18, … More Information
Michael John Rafter, age 19 of Arlington Heights, Illinois, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord April 18, 2001.
Obituary published: April 19, 2001 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Michael John Rafter

Died April 17, … More Information
Michael John Rafter, of Arlington Heights, Illinois, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord April 17, 2001. Michael was 19.
Obituary published: April 18, 2001 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ John James Rafter

Died November 15, … More Information
John James Rafter, born January 29, 1930 entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 15, 2010 in Illinois. John was 80. Tags: #Martin #Werneske #Peggy #Thompson #James #William #Sheila #Sledz #Jennifer #Michael #Ryan #Scott #Sean #Megan #Daniel #Lauren #Bridget #Eileen #Frank #Mary #Sheridan #Rafter #Mayo #Sligo #Ireland #Fern #Edison #Chicago #Captain #Asst #Superintendent #Internal #Spring #Florida #Lauterburg #Oehler #Northwest #Arlington #Mass #Lady #Wayside #Park #Autism #Institute #Adams #Diego
Obituary: John James Rafter, 80, Retired Captain CPD. Beloved husband of Fern (nee LeGere) for 59 years. Loving father of Martin (Roberta Werneske), Peggy (Richard) Thompson, James (Loretta), William (Diane), and Sheila (Matthew) Sledz. Grandfather of Jennifer, and the late Michael Rafter, Ryan, Scott, Sean and Megan Thompson, Daniel and Lauren Rafter, Bridget and Eileen Sledz. Brother of Bridget (James) McNamara. Brother-in-law of Frank LeGere. Many nieces and nephews. John was the son of the late James and Mary ( nee Sheridan) Rafter from counties Mayo and Sligo, Ireland. John and Fern raised their children in Edison Park, Chicago, where they lived for 32 years. During his years as a police officer, he attained the rank of Captain and position of Asst. Deputy Superintendent in charge of Internal Affairs. he retired, they moved to Spring Hill Florida where he enjoyed playing golf and traveling. Visitation 4 to 9pm at Lauterburg & Oehler , 2000 E Northwest Hwy, Arlington Heights, IL 60004. Prayers 10:30 am from funeral home chapel, Mass 11 am at Our Lady of the Wayside Church, 432 W Park St, Arlington Hts, IL 60005. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Autism Research Institute, 4182 Adams Ave., San Diego, CA. 92116, www.autism.com.

▰ Edward James Rafter

Died February 02, … More Information
Edward James Rafter, of Chicago Heights, Illinois, passed away peacefully February 2, 2002. Edward was 71.
Obituary published: February 03, 2002 in "Park Forest Star"

▰ Catherine H (Bailey) Rafter

Died April 12, … More Information
Catherine H (Bailey) Rafter passed away April 12, 2006 in Illinois.
Obituary published: April 13, 2006 in "Chicago T"

▰ Dorothy (Robinson) Rafson

Died August 16, … More Information
Dorothy (Robinson) Rafson, age 88 of Illinois, died on August 16, 2016.
Obituary published: August 17, 2016 in "Chicago T"

▰ Elizabeth C Rafool

Died May 03, … More Information
Elizabeth C Rafool, of Illinois, died on May 3, 2000. Elizabeth was 85.
Obituary published: May 04, 2000 in "Newark S-L (NJ)"

▰ Ceferina Quibar Raflores

Died August 28, … More Information
Ceferina Quibar Raflores, born August 26, 1927 died August 28, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. Ceferina was 91.
Family members and close friends: , Albena Henderson

▰ Noel Milo Raflinger

Died June 20, … More Information
Noel Milo Raflinger, age 44 of Illinois, born in Minnesota, died on June 20, 2003.
Obituary published: June 21, 2003 in "Journal Star"

▰ Alexis Lynn Rafiqui

Died May 12, … More Information
Alexis Lynn Rafiqui, a resident of Chicago, Illinois for decades, died May 12, 2004 in Chicago, Illinois at the age of 44.
Obituary published: May 13, 2004 in "Skokie Review"
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