Raymond C. Zelka Jr. Obituary
The memory of Raymond C. Zelka Jr. (Hardin, Montana), who passed away on June 3, 2024 at the age of 95, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Raymond C. Zelka Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Zelka and Ursula Zelka (Janskovitch); his wife Peggy Zelka; his brothers, Robert and James; his daughter Rae; and his grandchildren, Antoinette and Terry (family: LaTonka).
He is survived by: his grandchildren, Suzie, Paula, Andrew and Aaron; his children, Bobby Vernoy, Tina, Aethena, Sundown, Velvet, James, Zane, Debra Zelka, Larry (Georgia), Miller (Violet), Pam Webster (Nathan), Patti (Mike), Webster and Sean (Lisa); his brother Tom Zelka; and his sister-in-law Marilyn Zelka. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and life-long friends round out Raymond's loving extended family.
Our dad, grandfather and friend fought a short but valiant battle with COVID.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to St. Joseph's Catholic Church or the Bighorn County Historical Museum in Hardin, MT 59034.
