Raymond Everett Wilder, 88, of Jamestown, KY died Monday, April 20, 2026 at his residence. He was born on August 17, 1937, a son of the late Raymond E. Wilder Sr. and Nellie Pearl Reed Wilder.

Mr. Wilder was a veteran of the United States Army and retired from the University of California.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: David J. Grayson

1 daughter: Sherree Lynn Wilder

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Larry T. Wilder.

No service is planned.

Arrangements are a joint effort of Wilson Funeral Home and Somerset Undertaking Company.