Birth date: May 24, 1950 Death date: Sep 1, 2021
Ray Eldon Thevenot, Jr, 71, of Decatur, IL passed away on September 1, 2021 at Decatur Memorial Hospital, Decatur. Ray was born on May 24, 1950 in Decatur, IL the son of Ray E. and Julia (LeCocq) Thevenot, Sr. Ray married the lov Read Obituary
Some people just leave a mark and a lasting imprint on your heart and Ray was definitely that person for me. When I met Ray, he would not even enter into the funeral home building, but little by little we became friends and Ray conquered his issues with end of life services and became a dear friend and frequent visitor. Ray was a special man who very kind and caring. He loved his wife and family more than words can describe. Linda was also very proud of Ray for being an overcomer and often accompanied Ray to the cemetery to visit family. Ray would make birthday cards and special pics on his computer for his friends and family and I am lucky to have known him. Rest in peace dear friend.
Tiffany Gleeson
"I'm deeply honored that I had the privilege to have you as my dad and so blessed to be one of your kids! Even though my whole world fell down on me when I got the phone call from my mom, I know everything is going to be alright because I know you will always be with me! You had a Bigger Impact on a lot more people than you would ever even know and the reason you did is because you were such a great,caring,kind, genuine, all together ONE of a kind! I have so many great memories that I will cherish forever! You and mom were the perfect match! I couldn't of asked for better parents than you two! I'm thankful for the way you two raised me! Thank you for teaching me every thing you that you did! I'm so happy that You, my brother, and I shared a lot of same interests! I think that made our bonds even stronger! Say hello to friends and family up there for me! Fly High Dad!! I'll see you again some day!! I Love You Dad! Love,Jason!"
I had 51 awesome years married to you & being your wife! You are loved & will be missed by everyone who knew you! You touched lives you didn't even know you did! We had a few roller coasters in our marriage but I can honestly say 99% were great ones! Your children loved you & knew you loved them as well as me! We will meet again the next time in heaven someday! You are with your family now & with your friend Gary Moore. Now you can visit all day! I will love & miss you till we are together again!
Love, Your Wife, Linda
I am so sad that my cousin, Ray has passed. I'm in shock, really, but as soon as I received the tragic news, the memories of the THEVENOT kids (Linda, Debi, Leroy, Ray Jr., Gary & Tina) hanging out & playing together at our home in Macon or at Uncle Ray & Aunt Judy's house came flooding back. Our Dad, Roy Thevenot, was Ray's Dad's twin, and we kids were all the same ages. As we moved into adulthood, we scattered and lost track for many years. It was great to catch up with Ray over the past so many years on Facebook, especially since we share so many similar interests and world views. His birthday and anniversary wishes were always something I looked forward to. He was a "wild and crazy" guy that so many people, especially his wife, Linda, and family, as well as, so many good friends appreciated and loved. I admired RAY because he was his own man, a strong man in this FAITH, THOUGHTS & BEHAVIORS who wouldn't always bend to human imposed rules. His Life Code & Personal Ethics carried him, for he was a TRANSPARENT and HONEST MAN. He will be missed! RIP, Cousin Ray!
Linda (Thevenot) Bergman-Althouse
Ray Jr my oldest brother will be so missed by each person who knew him. He was a great brother husband father grandfather son and uncle and had a heart of gold. When we were young growing up there was arguments every night between Jr and my brother Gary. Of all things it was over cars. Jr would say Chevy's are better than fords and Gary would snap back no fords are better than Chevy's. All the cars Jr had of coarse was Chevy's. I know I am a very blessed sister to have had RAY JR. for not just a big brother but a great friend. I do know he married his true love Linda of 51 yrs. I am so proud to say his my brother. If someone needed help Jr was always there with a helping hand. I'll miss you Jr. I love you rest in peace big ray until we meet again.
Ray was a good man. I met him years ago when he drove his truck into ADM, as I was a guard at the time. He was always so upbeat and funny. I learned later that we had something in common. his aunt Freda was my great Grandmother by marriage. Reast in peace Ray, you will be missed!
We had some great times trucking my friend and will miss sitting on the porch reminiscing with you.
You will always be in our hearts and a smile on my face every time I tell a story with you in it.
Keep On Truckin!
WildBill
Hanging out in the garage won't be the same without ray dropping by telling stories. I'll miss ya buddy.
We are so very sorry Linda for the loss of Ray. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. We always truly enjoyed visiting with you and Ray at every Kart track we raced at. To our son Kevin, Ray was "his friend at the races". Ray totally looked beyond Kevin's autism and talked and visited with him like any other race fan. Kevin enjoyed all of the pictures Ray took of him and has all of those on his bulletin board in his room. He will always treasure them. This world would be such a better place if everyone was as kind and generous as Ray. He will be missed by many.
Ray has been our lifelong friend for 50 years. Brian and Ray spent their race car career at Macon Speedway. Our family connection is strong. Ray had a true heart and loved people. I will share our love of photography with him in my heart and mind throughout the rest of my years. We are truly blessed to have Ray and Linda in our lives. Our children were born around the same times as Ray and Linda's children. An Angel went to heaven but he will remain in our hearts. God speed Ray and Rest in Peace.
