Ray W. Hosselton, age 89, of Louisville, Illinois, passed away April 2, 2025, at Axiom Healthcare, Flora, Illinois.  He was born November 5, 1935, in Zif Township, Illinois, the oldest son of Fred and Alma (Atteberry) Hosselton.

      Ray first married Shirley Davis who preceded him in death.  He later married Francis (Pickel) Sweeney on the anniversary of her birthday, November 19, 1978, just three weeks after they met.

      Ray and Francis were co-owners and operators of Ray and Frankie’s Machine Shop in Louisville, Illinois, for thirty years. Ray taught himself everything he knew about mechanics and machine-shop work; he even fixed the bus that he and his friends rode to school. A few days before his passing, he said he could go to the shop and pick up a piece of metal and make something.  His mind was able, but his body wasn’t.  He was a lifetime member of NRA/Moose Lodge, Flora, Illinois, and a member of Louisville Christian Church, Louisville, Illinois.  Ray also enjoyed photography, technology, dancing and country music. 

      Ray is survived by his adopted son, Roger Hosselton; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews; step-son, Mike (Debbie) Sweeney; several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. 

      He was preceded in death by his parents; both of his wives; brother, Galen D. Hosselton; step-daughter, Donna (Sweeney) Pontious; step-grandson, Eric Pontious and step-great-grandson, Brandon Roddy.

      A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, Illinois, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Ray’s step-grandson, Mikey Sweeney, will be officiating.  Following the service, burial will be in Zif Cemetery, Clay City, Illinois.

      Memorial contributions may be made to Louisville Christian Church and will be received by Frank and Bright Funeral Home, 500 North Main Street, Flora, Illinois.  Condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.frankandbright.com.