Ray J. Hebda

Ray J. Hebda passed away on Nov. 9, 2024 in his home surrounded by family.

Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 18 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church-Krakow, rural Genoa.

Visitation will take place on Sunday from 5-7 p.m. at the church with a 7 p.m. vigil to follow. Military honors by the Silver Creek American Legion Post #263 and members of the U.S. Army Honor Guard.

Interment in Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery.

Ray was born on the farm in Nance County to Steve and Frances (Uzendowski) Hebda on Nov. 4, 1931. He graduated from Fullerton High School in 1948.

In 1953, he joined the army and was honorably discharged in 1955.

On Aug. 23, 1955, he married Betty (Krzycki) at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church-Krakow. To that union 6 children were born. Janice (Terry) Fuerher, Joyce (late husband Kenny) Huston, Dale Hebda, Daughter in-law Rena Hebda, Jolene (Mike) Volkmer, DeLois (John) Radke, Ray (Denise) Hebda.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, his 6 children, 25 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren. Ray had a blessed life, strong faith, and a loving family.