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Raymond Wickham Obituary
Raymond C. Wickham, 86, of Tiffin, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay. Raymond was born in a log cabin February 27, 1939, in Paintsville, Kentucky, to the late Reuben and Sara (Ward) Wickham. He married the love of his life, his "Honey," Marie Elania Schares, March 18, 1967, in Findlay, and she survives him. Ray is also survived by his children, Ray (Sue) Wickham and Jason (Vicki) Wickham; stepchildren, Brad and Bill (Shawn); grandchildren, Bridget, Rachel (Sebastian), Jaren (Paige), Brooklynn, Charlie, and Aiden; great-grandson, Brady; a brother, Penny Wickham; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his siblings, Dianne Pratt, Nancy Todd, Larry Wickham, and Garrie Wickham.
Ray was a 1957 graduate of Carey High School and a member of Christ Church in Tiffin. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Upon returning from the military, he enrolled in business classes at Tiffin University. He graduated from Comer and Durin Hairstylist School. He owned and operated a beauty shop in Findlay and later owned and operated Raymond Men's Clothing store in Tiffin, where he utilized his expertise to become a skilled tailor. Ray devoted his life to his family; he volunteered and served as a Boy Scout Leader for his boys and was a member of the Boy Scouts of America Council. Ray was always up for a challenge and wanted to learn. He was strong-willed, a hard worker and very determined. He was an excellent wood carver and painter. He was a people person and also had his pilot's license. Ray had felt that he had done everything he wanted to do and more.
A Celebration of Life Gathering will take place from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, August 3, 2025, at Tiffin AMVETS, 1909 OH-100, Tiffin, Ohio 44883.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Stombaugh-Batton & Snyder Funeral Home, Carey.
Memorial contribu-tions may be made in Ray's honor to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Boy Scouts of America.
Online condolences, as well as a fond memory may be shared with Ray's family by visiting www.stombaughbatton.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Clint & Patti Clouse
Yesterday
condolences to all the Wickham family, may Ray RIP.
Naomi Golden
July 23, 2025
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are
with you at this sad time.
Naomi Golden, Neighbor #14
Shannon Crow
July 21, 2025
I worked with Ray for several years. After he retired, he often stopped in at his old office in Findlay to check-in with his former coworkers. It was always nice to catch up with him. He talked so highly of you, Elaina. I am so sorry for your loss.
Wally & Norma Tackett
July 21, 2025
Elaina & family, it´s w a heavy heart that we share our deepest condolences. We have many funny memories of Ray. He was certainly a character.
With love & prayers, Wally & Norma
Elizabeth Wamsley
July 21, 2025
Ray was a great Field Rep. He had a great personality and made friends easily. I worked with him and since I was from Tiffin we always had something in common. My Sympathies and Prayers go out to his wife and family.
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