Raymond Cecil Chambers, 71, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at his home in Hutchinson, KS. He was born April 28, 1952, in Alva, OK, the son of Raymond and Marjorie (Rudy) Chambers. Cecil was raised by his aunt and uncle Igean and Marion Benton after his parents passed away at a young age.
Cecil graduated from Hutchinson High School. He worked in maintenance for 26 years at Carey Salt, Liberty Homes for 10 years and at Color by Design for 5 years before retiring. Cecil enjoyed fishing, motorcycle riding and gardening. On January 9, 2010, he married Bonnie Collins in Hutchinson.
Cecil is preceded in death by his parents; aunt and uncle, Igean and Marion; sister, Martha Davis; brother-in-law’s, Luis Perez, Bill Collins, Michael Ray; and James Collins.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie; children, Jacob (Jinlen) Chambers, Trinity (Laura) Snow, John (Cheryl) Snow and Austin (Lexi) Snow; a sister, Kathy (Steve) Wilson; brother-in-law’s, Gary Davis and Tim Collins and companion Tina; sister-in-law’s, Terry Perez, Cris Serviss, Edda Collins, and Pam Wait; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Hutchinson Funeral Chapel to help the family with final expenses and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.