Raymond A. Kirk - Dyer, IN

age 79, born in Hammond, IN on April 13, 1937, passed away suddenly and peacefully on February 22, 2017. A lifelong northwest Indiana resident, he attended Hammond Tech and Hammond High Schools. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, a retiree of Teamster's Local #142, past member of the Hammond Elks and an avid league bowler.

He is preceded in death by his parents Sidney & Arettia Kirk, his brother Gene L Kirk, step-mother Priscilla Kirk, step-brother Thomas Bodkin and cherished grandmother Edna Starkey Miller. He is survived by his nephew Garry Kirk, nieces: Lori Kirk, Dana Williams and Kelly Kirk, Great nieces and nephews:Gari Lynn, Quinton, Jacob and Taylor, step-granddaughter Andrea Klein, step-sisters: Sandy (Henry) Bieker and Carol (George) Hartley, many cousins and dear friends.

Ray was ecstatic when the Cubs finally won the World Series. He loved traveling, especially trips to visit family in CA and spending winters in FL. He was always ready for the next adventure; whether it was to check out a new restaurant or ice cream shop, explore car and airplane museums with his childhood and lifelong friend Herb, going to the movies or playing cards with friends in the local pinochle clubs, he truly enjoyed life. He was an extremely friendly and outgoing person, he leaves behind a legacy of jokes and laughter and will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.

Per his request, no services were held. Final place of rest, Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens in Schererville, IN