EVERETT LEE RALEY, 99, of Hymera, IN passed away at 11:25 p.m. Friday, October 31, 2025 in his home in Hymera, IN.
He was born April 14, 1926 in Paxton, IN to George Raley and Mary (Grizzle) Raley.
Survivors include his wife of 76 years, Lillis B. (Reedy) Raley of Hymera, IN who he married on January 25, 1949; children, Brenda Ivy (Phillip) of Hymera, IN, Judy Cole of Hymera, IN; grandchildren, Steve Smith, Phillip Ivy Jr. (April), Jeremy Ivy, Kimberly (Cole) Haseman; 11 – great-grandchildren; 3 – great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Everett Eugene Raley; siblings, Fred Raley, Carroll Raley, Basil Raley, Mary (Raley) Monroe, Lois (Raley) Willis, Geneva (Raley) Roberts , Ruth (Raley) Rash. Lorene (Raley) Jerrels .
Everett had worked at the Index Store in Sullivan and for an apple orchard in Oaktown. He retired from Pfizer in Terre Haute. He enjoyed working in the garden and with flowers. He played the French harp and spoons and enjoyed making music with his family. Everett also enjoyed rabbit hunting, flying racing pigeons and raising chickens. He was involved in 4H with his children.
Arrangements are entrusted to Michael W. Cox, Cox Funeral Home; 218 South Meridian Street; Jasonville, Indiana. Visitation is scheduled from Noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at the Funeral Home. Services are immediately following at 2 p.m. with Justin Samm officiating.
Interment will be at K of P Cemetery in Hymera, IN.
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