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Raymond Chenoweth

July 12, 1944 - June 27, 2023

Raymond Douglas Chenoweth, aged 78, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2023 surrounded by family.

Born on a farm in Enterprise, Ore., to parents Viola and Darrell, Ray grew up learning the value of hard work along with sisters Lena Blodgett (deceased) and Colleen (Chenoweth) Baron. He took pride in raising and showing award-winning steer and hogs with 4-H.

After graduating from Dayton High School in 1964, Ray attended Columbia Basin Junior College and Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, Idaho. Ray worked and later owned Pullins Cyclery in Chico, Calf. He then worked as a building inspector in California and Washington until retirement.

From a previous marriage, Ray was father to three daughters Tami (deceased), Kelly, and Krissy whom he loved. Ray married the love of his life Mary (Baron) Chenoweth on February 21, 1998 in Lynden, Wash., and they enjoyed 25 years together.

Ray loved being around people and was known for his deep laugh and generous heart. Frequently at the Lynden Senior Center he brought joy to others while enjoying puzzles and games. He saw great potential in both people and things reaching out to share his faith and love with others. Ray also loved bikes and recently was fixing bikes for others out of his own "bike shop" in the garage.

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Raymond Chenoweth

In addition, Ray was always interested in animals and birds and could find an eagle with his telescope or tell exactly what kind of cow was three pastures away. He and Mary would also sing together, harmonizing beautifully. He enjoyed telling stories, sharing interesting facts, and spending time with those he loved.

Ray is survived by his loving wife Mary, daughters Kelly (Ralph) Long, Krissy (Jason) Molander, and Mary's children Jason (Lynn) Prince, Marea (Robb) Bouma, Theo (Megan) Prince and 13 grandkids. He is also survived by his sister Colleen (Chenoweth) Baron and nieces, nephews. Ray always had a smile and his deep laugh will resonate in the hearts of those lucky to know him.

His memorial service was Saturday, July 1, 2023, at 11 a.m. at the Lynden Community Center and Senior Center, Lynden, Wash.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.