Raymond Eugene Garvin Obituary

Raymond Eugene Garvin was born in Exeter, Missouri on July 12, 1943, to Virgil and Clella (Cornell) Garvin. He graduated from Southwest City High School in 1961. Raymond married Linda Sue Perigo on September 1, 1962, and they had two children, Angela and Scott. Raymond worked as a farmer and a truck driver. He was a member of the Goodman First Baptist Church and the Goodman Lions Club. He enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, and playing cards. Raymond passed away on August 24, 2024, at the age of 81. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Linda; and his siblings, Shirley, Dale, and Wilma. He is survived by his children, Angela (Roger) Rains of Exeter, Missouri, and Scott (Tracy) Garvin of Goodman, Missouri; his grandchildren, Derek (Kaitlyn) Rains, Ethan (Megan) Rains, and Austin Garvin; and his great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Karson, and Wyatt Rains. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2024, at the Goodman First Baptist Church. Burial will follow at the Southwest City Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, August 29, 2024, at the Ozark Funeral Home in Southwest City. Memorial contributions may be made to the Goodman First Baptist Church in care of the funeral home. Raymond was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.