Frank & Bright Funeral Home

Ray McDannel

Dec 19th, 1940 - Dec 23rd, 2013

   Ray McDannel, age 73, of Xenia, IL passed away on Monday, December 23, 2013 at Good Samaritan RHC in Mt. Vernon, IL. 

   Ray was born December 19, 1940 in Flora to Kenneth C. and Clara (Reed) McDannel.  He was the owner and operator of Xenia Electric, a member of IBEW #702, and was a friend to all and supporter of the Elks, Moose, Sons of The American Legion, and was a charter member of the Flatlanders.  In his spare time, Ray enjoyed motorcycle riding and loved to travel, seeing the U.S.  His family will miss his pots of hot homemade chili.

   Ray is survived by his son: Doug McDannel (Becky Hildebrand) of Harriman, TN; 2 granddaughters: Karissa McDannel (Randall Redenbo) of Clay City, Kassidi McDannel of Maryville, TN; 2 great-grandchildren: Troy and Dani; brother: Albert (Diana) McDannel of LaPorte, IN; sister: Kit (Danny) McGrew of Xenia; along with several nieces, nephews, and many friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents and a son (Danny “D.A.” McDannel).

   A memorial service for Ray McDannel will be held at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, December 29, 2013 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home with visitation from 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home.  Memorial donations may be made to Clay County Cancer Crusaders and will be received at the funeral home.  An online guest book is available at www.frankandbright.com.