Raymond was born on September 26, 1931 in Medford to the late August and Ida (Schutte) Tallmann. He attended the Medford School System. Ray had many jobs including: a farm hand for Carl Mertens, a foundry worker, a Rambler plant worker, a farmer, a woodsman, and as a shift foreman at Marathon Cheese.
Ray was united in marriage to Marianna Mae Maier on June 16, 1956 in the Town of Medford and she proceeded him in death in 1976. He was then united in marriage to Margaret Maier in August of 1976 at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church in Medford, she preceded him in death in April of 2010.
Ray was a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, his church and faith were a very important part of his life. In his free time, Ray enjoyed bowling, deer hunting, family table games, and spending time with his family.
Left to cherish in Ray’s memory are his children – Raymond A. (Linda) Tallman, Jr. of Medford, Cheryl “Sherry” (Douglas) Baker of Abbotsford, Guy (Wanda) Tallman of Medford, and Corey (Leigh) Tallman of Russellville, KY; grandchildren – Craig Tallman, Tyler (Catarina Gulledge) Tallman, Quinten Tallman, Calah (Robert) Nakai, Andrew (Hazee) Baker, Jennifer (Dakota) Krueger, and Adam (Brandy) Tallman; great-grandchildren – Joseph, Michael, and Derek Tallman, Ezra Baker, Kalen, Ashlynn, Addison, and Aleah Krueger, and Ellieana Tallman; siblings – Ruth (Rufus) Sween of Milwaukee, Arlene (Jim) Van Deuser of Wisconsin Rapids, and Esther (Pete) Kostner of Medford.
Along with his parents, Ray was preceded in death by his siblings: Elmer Tallman, Martha Haglund, Marcella Lucia, Elaine Maier, and his twin brother Ralph Tallman.
Ray Tallman was ‘our’ dedicated father, a husband, a grandfather, a great-grandfather, and a friend to many, but most importantly, a follower of Christ. His church and his faith meant everything to him. He prayed often while enduring so much in his 88 years. He spent a lot of time teaching his grandchildren how to fish, make an awesome grilled cheese sandwich, and the lyrics to the silliest of songs that none of us will ever forget. This great man rarely complained and loved to tell stories of his childhood and the many jobs he had in his life. To the very end, he was singing hymns and country songs, reciting all 66 books of the Bible, and all while making his family laugh, smile, and sing along. He will forever remain in our hearts and our memories. We love you Dad!
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a family only service with take place at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at 11:00 AM with Pastor James Krueger officiating. Family only visitation will be at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran church from 9:00 AM until the time of services at 11:00 AM. Burial will take place at Medford Evergreen II Cemetery immediately following the service.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake have been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com.
