Raymond D. Hellowell

Raymond D. Hellowell of Cadillac passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Green Acres with his family by his side. He was 72. Ray was born February 24, 1947 in Detroit to Verney and Doris (Coltman) Hellowell and they preceded him in death. Ray graduated from East Detroit High School in 1965 and was later inducted into the athletic hall of fame. He then served in the United States Army. After his time in the service Ray attended Grand Rapids Junior College where he played football. He earned a football scholarship to Adrian College where he was awarded most valuable player. He graduated with his bachelor's degree in education. Ray worked at Cross Machine and Tool in Fraser, Michigan for many years as a machine builder before moving to Cadillac in 1980 to raise his family in Northern Michigan. Once in Cadillac he worked at LaSalle Machine and Tool and later began substitute teaching. He coached football in Manton and taught GED courses at Missaukee County Jail. Ray was an insurance agent for Allstate Insurance for the majority of his career before retiring from Fekete Knaggs & Burr Agency. He was a sports enthusiast; he enjoyed watching the Lions, Tigers and any University of Michigan game. He was a Chain Gang member for the Cadillac varsity football program for 15 years. Ray enjoyed golfing, skiing, hunting and snowmobiling. He loved spending time with his family traveling and camping. Ray had a generous nature and big heart. He loved to unexpectedly give his loved ones surprises and got great delight in doing so. He is survived by his children: Brad (Clarissa) Hellowell, Lori Noaker, Lindsay (Eric) Elsholz and their mother, Nancy Hellowell all of Cadillac; grandchildren: Alana, Brooklyn, Cavin, Barron, Henrik, Hadley, Olivia, Parker; a sister, Sharon Manthey and a nephew, Ryan Manthey both of Bloomfield Hills. Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Peterson Funeral and Cremation Services in Cadillac with Reverend Scott Torkko officiating. Friends may meet the family Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the funeral home. His final resting place will be Haring Township Cemetery in Wexford County. An online guestbook is available at www.petersonfh.com.

Raymond D. Hellowell

February 24, 1947 - March 6, 2019