Raymond Lee Downen

Raymond Lee Downen, age 63 of Rich Hill, Missouri passed away January 13, 2026 at the Bates County Memorial Hospital, after fighting cancer.  He was an over the road truck driver for many years.  He was the son of Charles and Rita (Swarnes) Downen.  He loved his family and was survived by his loving wife Maria and two dogs, Hannah and Joe, a sister, Christine (Greg) Bishop, several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews.  

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Cremation Services under the direction of the Heuser Funeral Home, Rich Hill, Missouri.