Thomas “Tom” Raymon

May 27, 2023

Visitation: Visitation, with family present, will be Thursday, June 1 from 5-7 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Canton, SD. 

Service: A private family burial will be held at a later date. 

Thomas “Tom” Raymon, age 77, died Saturday, May 27, 2023 surrounded by family at Dougherty Hospice House.  Visitation, with family present, will be Thursday, June 1 from 5-7 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Canton, SD.  A private family burial will be held at a later date.

       Tom was born on December 5, 1945 in Madison, SD to Ellwood and Esther (Schierholz) Raymon.  He grew up in Canton, graduating from Canton High School in 1964.  He later earned an Associate Degree in Business from Nettleton College.  He proudly served his country in the US Air Force during Vietnam.

       He married Cynthia Stratmeyer on November 29, 1974 at Zion Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD.  They made their home in Canton where they raised their children, Tim and Carla.

       Tom was a jack-of-all trades who loved woodworking, being outside, playing with Carla’s dog, Bandit, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  Through the years, Tom worked for an architect, was a traveling salesman, and owned and operated a mowing service.  He also was a member of the Canton Planning & Zoning Board for over 30 years.

       Grateful for sharing his life are his wife of 48 years, Cindy; son, Tim (Michelle) Raymon; daughter, Carla (Jeremy) Jeschke; grandchildren, Cameron, Marisa, Mason, Maverick, and Miles; great-grandchild, Taylor; brother, Robert (Lenora) Raymon; sisters, Dorothy (Clint) Egleston, Kay (Terry) Ploski, and Mary Ann (Bud) Gesaman; along with numerous extended family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Scott, and infant sister, Joyce.  www.andersonandsonsfh.com

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  1. Wilma Romereim on May 29, 2023 said:

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    My deepest sympathy to the families

  2. LaDonne Stubbe on May 31, 2023 said:

    My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  3. Ila Torkelson on May 31, 2023 said:

    My deepest sympathy to all of Toms family on their great loss. Tom was such a friendly man and will be missed by many.

  4. Michelle Yeend on June 1, 2023 said:

    The light of his life is shining down on all who knew him. May his family be blessed with his love throughout the coming years.

  5. Sue Creel on June 1, 2023 said:

    Tom was always a bright spot in my day. Always had a smile and laughter when we were chatting. My condolences to Cindy and the family. May God comfort you in this time of grief.

  6. Kathy Keiser on June 4, 2023 said:

    Sorry for your loss–prayers for all!!