James Ray Bellamey's obituary , Passed away on March 13, 2020 in Christopher, Illinois

James Ray Bellamey

August 24, 1931 - March 13, 2020 (88 years old)

Christopher, Illinois

James Ray Bellamey's obituary , Passed away on March 13, 2020 in Christopher, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gilbert Funeral Home

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James Ray Bellamey

August 24, 1931 - March 13, 2020 (88 years old)

Christopher, Illinois

James Ray Bellamey Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Ray Bellamey (Christopher, Illinois), born in Grayville, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 88, on March 13, 2020. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Edward and Lydia Bellamey (Handley); his son Johnnie Ray Phillips; and his siblings, Ellen Strassman, Donald Bellamey and Robert Bellamey.

He is survived by: his wife Flora Allis Bellamey (Simpson); and his children, Angie Armstrong (Thomas) of Tucson, AZ, Terri Green (Dave) of Indianapolis, IN, Kevin Bellamey of Indianapolis, IN, Gordon Bellamey (Carol) of Georgetown, IN, Dan Bellamey of Christopher and Dallis Bellamey of Zeigler. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren.

The family requests no flowers and that memorials can be made to the Southern Illinois Honor Flight, 10400 Terminal Drive, Suite 200, Marion, IL 62959.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gilbert Funeral Home



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Mar 17

Visitation

Gilbert Funeral Home
209 N Emma St, Christopher, IL 62822

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Mar 17

Funeral service

Gilbert Funeral Home
209 N Emma St, Christopher, IL 62822

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Mar 18

Graveside service

Little Zion Cemetery
Andy Sisk Rd, Dixon, KY 42409

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