In Memoriam Ray Bellock - UPDATE

Ray L. Rhodes with Ray Bellock

It is with deep sadness that we must report the death of long-time Museum member Ray Bellock, who died earlier today after a long illness.  Ray contributed greatly to many aspects of IRM over the years, most notably by funding and overseeing the construction of the playground, which has been enjoyed by our younger visitors for many years.   He wrote a train-themed children's book, Amy Loved Weekends, which was reviewed here.  He was a North Shore enthusiast in particular, and worked on the long restoration of the 749.

Here we see him engaged in one of his favorite activities, explaining how railroads work to young people.  He was one of the friendliest and most interesting people I've ever met, and he will be greatly missed.

Funeral Arrangements:

See the obituary here.

Visitation on Sunday afternoon at Miller Funeral Home in Dundee.

Visitation 9:30 - 10:30 on Monday morning at St. Thomas More Church in Elgin, followed by funeral mass at 10:30.