Raymond Huggins

August 24, 1939 – December 12, 2020

Raymond Alonzo Huggins of Lodi, California passed away in Placer County at the age of 81 on December 12, 2020.  Raymond was born to Alonzo and Gracie Huggins at their home in Stockton, California on August 24, 1939.  He was one of five kids and the oldest son.  He was a Boy Scout, starting work at a very young age and developing a strong worth ethic.  He graduated form Lodi High School in 1958.  Raymond married Arlee Sked on December 1, 1962 and raised their three children together.  Raymond was a 60 year member of the IBEW Local 595(International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers).  He worked as an inside wireman.  Over the years he had to travel for work taking him to Pennsylvania, New York, and Nevada.  He provided a wonderful life for his wife and family.  In his free time, he enjoyed fishing the Delta and many lakes in California.  He also enjoyed hunting in and out of the state and camping on the coast.  Ray and his brothers spent three decades watching the 49ers and tailgating at Candlestick park. 

He lived a fun filled life, enjoying his family and friends with a short one or a cold one.  His laugh and smile could brighten up any room.

Raymond is survived by his wife Arlee of 58 years, his son Greg(Vicki), daughter Suzanne(Ronnie), grandchildren Holly(Brian), Andrew, Briana, Shelby, Caden, and great-Grandsons Ryan and Finn, and his brothers Donald(Debby) and Ronald(Suzanne).  Raymond was loved by his nieces and nephews.

Raymond is preceded in death by his son Jeff, sister Juanita(Allen), brother Kenneth, and his best friend Moose of 13 years.

Raymond will forever be missed by all who loved him and called him friend.