The Word of Life Experience: Fall 2024

In Memory of: Ron Boss Del and Mary Ann Benner

Dick and Bernice Graser Del and Mary Ann Benner

Pam Johnson Louise Delyte Morris

Don Stoffel Every Child Inc.

Ethel Bradford Bruce Bradford Adam Forthun Nick and Dana Johnson Arthur Muller

Thea Guenther Dawn Evans Joleen Moe

Caroline Llarena Juliana Staas-Llarena

Joan Sturgis Del and Mary Ann Benner

Art and Ruth Nazigian Jon and Deborah Nazigian

Paul Sturgis Dale Sanville

Royce Hartsough Dean and Christine Brewer Kevin and Susan Cullen Michael and Laura Edwards Ken and Marilyn Figg Durral and Suzanne Hale Peggy Magers Jerry and Carlene Rowe

Gary Bradford Bob and Sue Brown

Leah Reylea Del and Mary Ann Benner

Steve Sullivan James Sullivan

Misty Calhoun Mike and Betsi Calhoun

Amy Rose Patricia Ackman

Roger Twidt Del and Mary Ann Benner

Alan Cappella Raymond Wright

Dolly Rouser Del and Mary Ann Benner

Katherine “Kitty” Wright Marjorie Cotterill Kim Hinkley Barbara Lane

David Hillis Mary Hillis

Byron Chute Bob and Sue Brown

Lewis Schaub Norman and Lori King

Jeremiah Horton Gerry and Kim Horton

Judy Yorke Del and Mary Ann Benner

Margaret DeBiase Bob and Sue Brown

J Carolyn Skoglund Ron and Susan Elenbaas

Ruth Hrinda Charles Bielecki

Ron Stansbury Del and Mary Ann Benner

In Honor of:

Rick Eaton Michelle Gordon

The Good Family Fellowship Bible Church

Robert Hinkley Christine Pratt

Dr. John Norris Thomas Meachum

Raymond Namie '72 1944–2024

Alexandria Raymond Namie, a devoted follower of Christ, loving husband, father, and grand- father, passed away peacefully on June 9,

leading to his lifelong commitment to his faith.

and at Word of Life Bible Institute. Despite enduring significant personal losses, including the death of his son, Stephen, in 2013, Ray remained steadfast in his faith, living with a balance of joy and sorrow. Known for his infectious laugh, mischievous grin, and the ability to make everyone feel special, Ray's life was characterized by his deep love for God and others. Ray is survived by his wife, Brenda, his children Tim, Marc, Paul, Crystal, Bethany, and Aleya, their spouses, and 16 grandchildren. His legacy is one of unwavering faith, love, and dedication to spreading the message of Christ.

Ray dedicated his life to spreading the gospel, asking people about their eternal destiny, and sharing the message of salvation. He married Leslie Taliaferro after returning from Vietnam and had six children. Trag- ically, they lost their son, John, to leukemia and Leslie to a brain aneu- rysm. Later, Ray married Brenda Robinson, a widow with two children, blending their families and affection- ately referring to themselves as the "Brady Bunch."

2024, leaving behind a legacy of faith and love. Born on June 25, 1944, in Louisiana and raised in Michigan, Ray was just shy of turning 80. One of nine children, Ray faced a challenging childhood, which instilled in him a resourceful and hardworking nature. After high school and tech school, he joined the Air Force and served in Vietnam, where a fellow serviceman introduced him to Jesus,

Throughout his life, Ray worked in various roles, including as a policeman

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