Arthur Lee “Art” Raymond, 86, of John Day passed away Wednesday, Oct. 12, at Valley View Assisted Living Facility. No public services will be held at this time.

Raymond was born in Delta, Colorado, on June 22, 1930. He married Dolores Hughet in July of 1951, just before leaving to serve in the Marines at Camp Pendleton in September of 1951. He stayed stateside and trained troops on driving Ducks (amphibious vehicles) and was promoted to lance corporal. Their first son, Steve, was born in California.

After the Marines, the couple made their home in Burns. They had three more children Scott, Chris (Lynn) and Judy (Kevin). Raymond worked for Edward Hines Lumber Co. for 50 years as a millwright. He also worked part time for Nyleen’s Hardware.

Raymond loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and camping. He was also a 60-year member of the Elks Lodge.

Art and Dolores divorced in 1982 after 31 years. They had six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Raymond began his next chapter when he married Barb Davis in June of 1987 and gained his second family, Tom (Susan), Laura (Bob) and Lynda (Terry). The couple lived in Burns, Weiser, Meridian and John Day. They had nine grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. They were married for 29 years before Barb passed away on May 21, 2016.

Arrangements are under the care of Driskill Memorial Chapel, 241 S. Canyon Blvd., John Day, OR 97845. To leave a condolence, visit driskillmemorialchapel.com.