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Harry Raymond
Harry Wallace Raymond, 102, of Hart, formerly of Pentwater, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
Harry was born in Hope, Mich., on January 22, 1923, the son of the late Lloyd and Matilda (Clemmenshaw) Raymond. He was a graduate of Pentwater High School. He married the late Alta Cummins, and together they shared five daughters.
Harry and Alta owned and operated Bucks’ Corner Store for many years. He was a member of the Michigan Grange and the United Methodist Church. He was a welder, handyman, and overall jack of all trades. He was well known in the Pentwater community as the owner of Raymond Construction Company, building 28 new homes, numerous remodel projects, and opening/closing summer cottages.
In retirement, Harry restored numerous antique John Deere Tractors to show and to use for pulling competitions with his rivals at the Western Old Engine Club of Scottville. He also gifted his daughters one for Christmas.
Those who knew Harry will remember him for his infectious smile, mischievous acts, colorful language, strong grip, knee squeezes, and work ethic.
The care Harry received at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility was truly the best and they were all so heartfelt. He loved it there. He was a handful, but they knew how to challenge him and kept him moving. “You bets ya Harry” was a favorite saying. Always got a smile.
Harry is survived by his daughters, Carol (Tim) Tariske, Jean (Roger) Jorisson, and Janet Garwick; Jack Fischer; sons-in-laws, Phillip Gordon, and Ken Terryn; nephew, Chuck Raymond; 12 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Alta Cummins; daughters, Sandra Gordon and Nancy Terryn; son-in-law, Keith Garwick; brother, D. (Bev) Raymond; and nephew, Dan Raymond.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025 at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com.
