Raymon Eldon “Red” Withrow 87, of Shawneetown, Illinois formally from Fairfield, IL, passed away on October 13, 2026, at his residence in Shawneetown, IL. He was born on August 22, 1939, in Wayne City, Illinois to the late Otis and Iva (Jackson) Withrow. Raymon was one of 11 children.

Raymon married the love of his life Betty Withrow on July 21, 1960, and they spent 66 loving years together. Raymon was a hardworking man who spent many years working at Reynolds Aluminum. Outside of work, he enjoyed the things that brought him happiness and connection with others. He loved talking on his CB Radio and was also an avid hunter.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Withrow; his son, Dennis Withrow; his grandson, Ray Withrow of Springfield, Illinois; his sisters; Lois Longdon of Indiana; and Shirley King of Morristown, Tennessee. They, along with others who knew and cared for him, will hold close the memory of his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis and Iva (Jackson) Withrow as well as 4 brothers and 4 sisters.

Visitation will be held on October 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Vickery Funeral Chapel Shawneetown Location, 274 W Marshall Ave, Shawneetown, Illinois 62984. The funeral service will follow there at 11:30 a.m. Burial will take place afterward at 12:45 p.m. at Westwood Cemetery, 11522-11586 Westwood Rd, Shawneetown, Illinois 62984. Pastor Mike Rush will be officiating.

Red will be remembered with love by his family and friends, and his memory will remain with all who knew him.