Raymond Chester Wylde Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Raymond Chester Wylde of Granite City, Illinois, who passed away on August 28, 2024 at the age of 84. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Raymond Chester departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Raymond Chester. Though Raymond Chester may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Noah Chester and Mary Alma Wylde (Smith); and his siblings, Thomas Wylde (Joe) and Mary Boyles. He is survived by: his wife Diane Wylde; and his children, Sherry Macko, Donna Curless, Karen Sparks, Diane Hubatchek, William Smart and Brian Smart. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.