Raymond E. Souder June 5, 1927 - August 16, 2013 Raymond E. Souder, age 86 of Avilla and formerly of Garrett, died on Friday, August 16, 2013 at his residence. He was born July 5, 1927 in Garrett to Ora L. and Miriam (Bryant) Souder, they preceded him in death. He married Velma P. Bunn in Garrett on March 8, 1951 and she survives in Avilla. Raymond was an Eagle Scout and served in the US Army during the Korean War. He worked as the Supervisor of Facilities at Garrett Keyser Butler Schools for over 20 years. He was an Elder and Trustee at the First Church of Christ in Garrett for almost 50 years and Director and Treasurer at the Lake James Christian Assembly for 40 years. Ray was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. His work ethic and commitment to God and his family were his guiding forces. Ray is also survived by 4 daughters, Laura Souder of Avilla, Cheryl and Steve Parks of Avilla, Debra Souder of Avilla and Sandra and Mike Tuttle of Miamisburg, OH; a son, Michael and Donna Souder of Avilla; a brother, Allen and Joyce Souder of Fort Recovery, OH; a sister, Virginia and John Livergood of Wabash, IN; a sister in-law, Delores Souder of Auburn; 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Eugene Souder and a sister, Eleanor Seidel. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 18, 2013 from 4-8 p.m. at Thomas Funeral Home in Garrett and 1 hour prior to services at the church. The funeral service will be held on Monday, August 19, 2013 at 11 a.m. at the First Church of Christ in Garrett with Brother Bud Owen and Pastor Mike Tuttle officiating. A military graveside service will follow in Huntertown Cemetery in Huntertown. Memorials are to Lake James Christian Assembly or the First Church of Christ in Garrett.