Graveside services with full military honors for Raymond Clifford Flory, 84, Lawrence, will be at 10:30 am Saturday at Washington Creek Cemetery, N. 600 & E. 550 Rd., rural Douglas County, with the Rev. Jane Flora-Swick officiating. Mr. Flory died Wed., Feb. 22, 2017, at his home.
He was born Sept. 21, 1932, in Lawrence, the son of Arthur M. and Blanche R. Fox Flory. He attended Apple Pie and Lone Star rural 8-grade schools, and graduated from Liberty Memorial High School in 1950. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1951, and served three years in England at Bentwater Royal Air Base during the Korean War. Raymond had rural can and bulk-tank milk routes from area farms. Later he owned and operated car washes and a laundromat in Lawrence until his retirement in 2005. He was a member of the Lone Star Church of the Brethren, the American Legion, and a charter member of the Lone Star 4-H Club.
He married Caroline Torneden on Mar. 6, 1955, at the Clinton Presbyterian Church. They were married nearly 62 years. She survives of the home. Other survivors include a son, Roger C. Flory and wife Teresa; a daughter, Rhonda D. Bruce; five grandsons, Tim Flory (Jana), Brian Flory (Julie), Mark Flory (Jessica), Ryan Bruce (Kate), and Ronnie Bruce (Jessica); and eight great grandchildren, Brevin, Maison, Cole, Piper Jo, and Evelyn Flory, and Wyatt, Lexi, and Lily Bruce.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Calvin and wife Jean, and his brother in law, Floyd Torneden.
The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 pm at the funeral home, In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Douglas County 4-H Foundation Scholarship Fund, the Lone Star Church of the Brethren, or Douglas County Visiting Nurses, in care of the funeral home, 601 Indiana St., Lawrence, KS, 66044.
Caroline, Roger, Rhonda and families–I am sorry to hear of Raymond’s passing I had not seen it until today. I saw Caroline in the doctor’s office the other day and said “hi” to her but didn’t realize Raymond had just passed. I apologize for not saying more to her. Please know you are all in my thoughts–it is really hard to lose your Dad. You will miss him each and every day!
Flory Family Roger & Teresa my thoughts & prayers go out to you, I have fond memories of Raymond over 40 plus yrs, he never change always the same kind gentleman, may God bless you ,keep you , and comfort you always
We just returned from out of state to read of Raymond’s passing. Carl will always treasure the memories of running into Raymond on dog walks at Holcolm Park. Stopping to visit with Ray always made him feel that he had shared a little time with Uncle Tommy again. Loved them both so very much. We were so fortunate to have had them in our lives. They just don’t make ’em like that anymore, although we try to live up to our memories of two great and special men. Love and sympathy to Carolyn and family.
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family! He was a great man!
So sorry to hear about ur loss.
Our family extends our sympathy to you and the family. Raymond was always so friendly and kind. We will miss him. Thinking of you all. Howard and Lorene Cox
We are so sorry for your loss. Raymond was quite a remarkable man. He always made me smile with his stories of growing up in Lone Star & good natured kidding. We will miss him. You are in our prayers.
So sorry to hear about Raymond. Thoughts and prayers to all the family
Caroline and family. I know he will be missed by many especially his family. My thoughts are with you. I thought I had sent a condolence but couldn’t find it so hopefully I will get this to you.
Thoughts and prayers
Hi Caroline…Raymond truly was one of a kind and when I think of him I think of the school bus he drove to take us to high school so many years ago. We had such a good time going over the hills. I know you and your family will miss him every day and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
My best to the family during your loss of Raymond . He was always a joy to see at Roger’s store each morning to shoot the breeze , talk about KU and try to figure out if he picked up my Grandpa’s milk back in the day. Thoughts and prayers
Dad you were my rock, my hero and my best friend. I will miss you every single day. Love, Your Daughter
I have been around the family for 25 years. I want to thank you and Caroline for the years we traveled together and fun we shared. Pop I would like to thank you for trying to guide me down the right path and make me a better man. Pop RIP and love you forever. Craig W.
Roger so sorry to hear of your dads passing..he was an awesome guy with a smile.
We have lost a “one-of-a-kind” man in Raymond. No one can take the place of his sense of humor, story telling, and kind deeds to all his family and friends. I am deeply saddened to lose a friend of over 80 years. He and Caroline were a very devoted, caring, loving couple for almost 62 years. Their 62nd anniversary would have been March 6. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
R.I.P Raymond my thoughts and prayers are with the family. May he rest and watch over the rest of the family and friends
He was a great guy and classmate. So sorry for your loss.
We are sorry to hear about Raymond’s passing. He was a special part of the Lone Star and surrounding communities. We will miss seeing him at the many social events in the area.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Raymond was a one of a kind of guy; always smiling. My prayers to you Caroline, Roger and your family and Rhonda and your family.
Raymond will be greatly missed. His presence was difficult to ignore.
Caroline, you will be blessed for the care you gave him in his later years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Both Doug and I are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember his smile and laugh. He was so proud of all of you. We are sending our prayers for your comfort at this time.
I’m sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. So many fond memories of Raymond.
So sorry for your loss. He was a very special kind man. I will always remember the chocolate milk he used to give me when he would pick up Dad’s milk.
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dan and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
So sorry for your loss of Raymond. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
My sincere sympathy to all the family! He was so proud of all the grandkids and great grandkids.
A very important person in my life. I loved conversations with Raymond- he could tell stories like no one else and I was so entertained! Even though we weren’t blood relatives, he felt like a favored uncle to me. I will miss him, but keep my wonderful memories of him. Love to Caroline, Roger, and Rhonda, and rest of family.
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers. Love
RIP Raymond. You were a special guy and will be missed by many! Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to all family members
Thoughts and prayers
So sorry to hear this. He was one of a kind.