Raymond Verden

 

en North, lovingly known as Ray to family and friends, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, at the age of 91.

Ray is survived by his loving wife of 67 years Marlene, their two children Suzanne (Jerald) Whisler and James (Julie) North, cherished grandchildren Dan (LaNett) Whisler, Trent (Kayleigh) Whisler, Reese Whisler, Ruby Monfelt, Emalee North, and Macee North, his adored great-grandchildren Talan, Vada, Daphne, Elliott, and Charles, his loving sister Ruth Cope and his sister-in-law Marna Conn.

A funeral service will be Thursday, March 20, 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Auburn.  Burial will follow in Bedford Cemetery at Howe.  Visitation will be at the funeral home on Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends 5:00 to 7:00.

Memorials are suggested to Auburn First United Methodist Church, Auburn Rescue Squad, or Good Samaritan Society-Auburn.

Services are entrusted to Hemmingsen Funeral Home of Auburn.