Raymond "Ray" Behnke's obituary , Passed away on June 24, 2025 in Galva, Illinois

Raymond "Ray" Behnke

May 7, 1931 - June 24, 2025 (94 years old)

Galva, Illinois

Raymond "Ray" Behnke's obituary , Passed away on June 24, 2025 in Galva, Illinois

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Raymond "Ray" Behnke

May 7, 1931 - June 24, 2025 (94 years old)

Galva, Illinois

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Raymond Behnke Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Raymond Behnke of Galva, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Raymond left this world on June 24, 2025 at the age of 94, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Raymond Behnke to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Behnke and Virginia Behnke (Mandle); his wife Alice Evans; and his brother Donald. He is survived by: his children, Bradley Behnke of Florida, Christine Smith (Clint) of Peoria, AZ and Kim Lister of Galva; his grandchildren, Ryan Smith, Geri Siemers and Brett Smith; and his great grandchildren, Malcolm Smith, Liam Siemers, Emma Smith, Jensen Siemers and Brynlee Smith.

Memorials may be directed to the Galva Athletic Boosters or to Galva American Legion Hagberg-Hamlin Post 45.

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June 25, 2025

Donna Ditto wrote a sympathy message

“So sorry for your family's loss. I have played cards with Ray for the last 25 years and he was always a pleasure at the table. He will be greatly missed in the poker community! Don & Donna Ditto”


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