Raymond E. Short, 57, of Christopher, IL, died April 19, 2013 at his home.
He was born August, 3, 1955 in Herrin, the son of Hosea Short and Flora (Bearden) Short.
Ray enjoyed the outdoors and gardening. He loved his children and grand children very much and will be missed by all. Ray and his family were close friends Dr Sean Bozorgzadeh on his farm.
He married Betty J. (Newberry) Short on Nov. 21, 1974.
Raymond is survived by his children, Marsha Roberts, Sesser, IL, Donny Short, Benton, IL, Darren Short, Christopher, IL and Jonathan Short, Christopher, IL.
Also surviving are grandchildren John Mathew Baxter, Tyler Baxter, Lacey Mae Roberts, Braydon James Short and Kevan Michael Short. He is also survived by brothers and sisters, Florine Bush, Chicago, Mary Brown, Christopher, IL, David Short, Du Quoin, IL and Buddy Short, Royalton, IL.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and two brothers.
Visitation will be on Monday, April 22, 2013 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher, IL.
Funeral Home directing: Gilbert Funeral Home Christopher Il
For more information visit our web site at gilbertfuneralhomes.com
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