Ray Oliver Redburn

Ray Oliver Redburn, age 91, of Chanute, KS, passed away on August 29, 2018 at Cherryvale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Cherryvale, KS. He was born on January 18, 1927 in Borger, TX the son of Harve and Gladys (Tobin) Redburn. Ray married his wife of 67 years, Neva (Olson) Redburn, in Erie, KS on December 22, 1950. She survives at their home. Ray was a very hard worker throughout his life starting his employment at the young age of four, rounding up and milking cows on the farm. He finished eighth grade and eventually attended three years of Bible College and ministered at the Temple Baptist Church in Erie, KS, but his love of learning showed in his constant reading of books, even keeping a dictionary on hand for use as needed, furthering his quest in self-education in the many subjects he was intrigued with. He worked for Mid-America Dairy in Erie, KS and after retirement, continued working daily building fence and woodworking. Ray’s love of playing guitar and singing led him to record an album with his sister at a young age. He was lucky enough to travel to Europe six times. In later years, attending his grandchildren’s events became his favorite pastime. Ray will be missed by those who had the honor of sharing his life. Ray is survived by Wife: Neva Redburn of the home Daughter: Mitzi Arthur and husband John of Chanute, KS Sons: Mike Redburn of Chanute, KS Monty Redburn and wife Vicki of Huntsville, AL Tim Redburn and wife Amber of West Plains, MO Sisters: Jovalene Heaton of Coffeyville, KS Martha Hyatt of Coffeyville, KS Grandchildren: Jeremy Arthur and wife Courtney of Scottsdale, AZ Jenni Kellogg and husband Matt of Olathe, KS Corby Redburn of West Plains, MO Great-Grandchildren: Greyson Younger, Pippa Arthur, Colette Arthur, Gauge Kellogg, and Aspen Kellogg Ray was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harold Redburn and Rollo Redburn; sisters, Flo Hoagland and Freda Lindquist; and grandson-in-law, Sean Younger. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Countryside Funeral Home Johnson Chapel at 101 N. Highland in Chanute, KS. Graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at Neosho County Memorial Park Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefh.com. Memorials have been suggested to Cherryvale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center or Kindred Hospice and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Arrangements have been entrusted to: Countryside Funeral Home 101 N. Highland, Chanute, KS 66720.

Ray Oliver Redburn

January 18, 1927 - August 29, 2018