Raymond H. Upp

On June 19,1951, Raymond married the love of his life, Olivia. The two were married for 69 years and shared many wonderful memories and travels together.

Raymond served in the United States Army for 35 years. He retired as a Command Sergeant Major in 1979 and fought in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. During his service, he earned the Bronze Star Medal, a Purple Heart, and Combat Infantryman Badge 3rd Award-only one of 200 awarded during WWII, Korea, and Vietnam-along with many others. He is listed in the Infantryman Hall of Fame.

After his retirement from the Army, Ray worked at H-E-B for 12 years, ending his career as the Store Director.

When Raymond wasn't working, he enjoyed reading, golfing, traveling, mowing his lawn, and spending time with his family. He was involved in organizations such as the Korean War Veterans, the Lampasas County Republican Party, and was apart of the Knights of Columbus.

Raymond is survived by his wife, Olivia Upp; daughter Ethelyn "Babe" (John) Staley; son Raymond (Barbara) Upp Jr.; daughter Karen Upp; and daughter Terry (Greg) Winter; grandchildren Kerry, January, Valerie, Kristy, Amanda, Richard and Raymond; 13 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren.

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Roxie Upp and his siblings.

A visitation for Raymond will be held Tuesday, November 17, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM with recitation of the rosary at 7:00 PM at Crawford-Bowers, 211 W Ave B, Copperas Cove, Texas 76522. A funeral mass will occur Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 12:00 PM at Holy Family Catholic Church, 1001 Georgetown Rd, Copperas Cove, Texas 76522 followed by the Committal Service where Military Honors will be rendered at 2:00 PM at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.crawfordbowerscopperascove.com for the Upp family.