On September 14, 2023, Raymond Kocian, devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend passed away at the age of 86 with his loving family by his side.  He was one of four children born to Raymond and Louise Kocian on January 14, 1937 in Engle, Texas.

He grew up in Engle, Texas until he relocated to Houston in 1958.  In 1959, he was blessed with meeting his future wife Christine and were united in marriage on February 27, 1960 at St. Theresa Catholic Church.  To this union, they were blessed with three children: Raymond, Sheila and Monica.

In 1958, Raymond found his calling in being a truck driver for Foley's department store.  He formed many friendships and worked there for 30 years.  He loved traveling with his family, listening to polka music, attending church and functions held at the parish, and making beautiful memories with his family.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, John and Anges Kocian and John and Mary Ermis; his parents, Raymond and Louise Kocian; sister, Evelyn Kocian; and sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Alton Jares; and brother, Edwin Kocian.

Left to cherish his memories is his loving wife, Christine of 63 years; son, Raymond (Betty) Kocian, III; daughters, Sheila Cox, and Monica Kocian; grandchildren, Christie (Nick) Hickman; Breanna (Michael) Discoll; Carlie Walters and Haley Walters; great grandchildren, Paige, Ruby, Kalli, and Hunter.

He has left a lasting legacy with us, and we find peace that we will see him again in heaven.

Memorial services will be held at the Cypress-Fairbanks Funeral Chapel in Houston on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 11am.

A private graveside service will be held on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the Schulenburg City Cemetery in Schulenburg, Texas.