Charles Deemer

Charles Raymond Deemer, age 96 of Weldon, son of Charles M. and Olive (Sams) Deemer, was born Dec. 30, 1913, in Madison County, and died Feb. 22, 2010, at Westview Acres in Leon.

Raymond grew up in the New Virginia, St. Charles, and Clarke County areas. He married Darlene Bonita Young on Dec. 31, 1938, in Grant City, Mo. To this union three children were born: Gareth Duane, Charla Marlene and Janeth Raye.

Raymond farmed near Weldon throughout his working years. He farmed with horses in his earlier years. Raymond's life was farming, and being a provider and caregiver for his family.
Raymond and Darlene retired into Weldon in the mid-1970's, and Raymond worked for son Gareth in his contracting business. Raymond liked walking uptown to visit, fixing things for people, and feeding the birds and squirrels. He was a generous man who helped others. Raymond enjoyed having his family around.

Funeral services were 10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2010, at Slade-O’Donnell Funeral Home in Leon, with Rev. Lyle Ball and Rev. Max Carmichael officiating. Burial was at Hebron Cemetery near Weldon.