Raymond H. Emery Sr., 80, of Bethel died Jan. 23, 2006. He was born July 15, 1925, the son of the late William A. and Flora (nee Wax) Emery.

He is a World War II veteran of the US Navy. He was head of maintenance for Precision Lens for over 15 years.

He was preceded in death by wife, Betty V. (nee York) Emery.

He is survived by five sons, Ray, Bill, Larry, Mark, David; sister, Eleanor, 11 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren.

Services were held Jan. 26, 2006 at the Kennedy-Stevens Funeral Home in Bethel. Interment followed at the Nicholsvilles Cemetery.

Condolences may be given online at www.kennedy-stevens.com.