A Celebration of Huey’s Life will be held on Friday, November 29, 2024, from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 p.m. at the Lincoln American Legion Post #263, 1740 5th Street, Lincoln, Illinois.
Burial will be at a later date at Zion Cemetery in Lincoln, Illinois.
Raymond Lee Jones was born on September 8, 1947, in Springfield, the son of Paul Leo and Lois Eileen Huser Jones. He was united in marriage to Cheryl Kay Martin on May 20, 1978. She survives.
Also surviving are his children: Amy Martin, Tad (Kendall) Martin and Robin (Joe) Cook; nine grandchildren: Marty Ryan, Andrew (Anna) Ryan, Emily (Mark) Dunham, Ellie Martin, Elliot Cook, Carley Martin, Lily Cook, George Martin and Owen Cook; and three great-grandchildren: Dylan Ryan, Althea Dunham, and Ava Kay Ryan.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Huey graduated from the Lincoln Community High School and then attended Lincoln College and University of Illinois-Chicago. He served in the U. S. Army from 1968-1970 with one tour in Vietnam in the 4th Infantry Division, earning a Purple Heart. He retired from AmerenCILCO after 30 years of service.
Huey found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved relaxing by the pond with family, listening to Pink Floyd and reminiscing with his army brothers. He was also passionate about the outdoors, often indulging in admiring wildlife and its tranquility. Huey cherished the companionship of his beloved pets over the years. Most of all he loved his family.
The family would also like to give special thanks to his caregivers.
Memorials may be made to the Marine Corp Detachment 1336 or Hope on 5th in Lincoln.
Peasley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Cheryl and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. May you all find comfort, laughs and peace in all the memories you have to cherish. Huey will forever be on your heart and by your side. When you are feeling sad I am sure in time you will feel his presence and a smile will appear on your face. Love to all of you, especially my BFF ❤️. Hope to see you sometime soon 😉💕