JOE RANEY

On September 25, 2024, Joe “Doc” Raney departed this life after almost 84 years to be with his Heavenly Father and his mom Blanche Raney, dad Roy Cecil Raney and twin brother Jerry Raney. He will be missed dearly.
Joe was born on September 27, 1940, in Alva, Oklahoma. When Joe and Jerry were six years old, their parents moved from Missouri to Tulare, CA. He graduated high school from Tulare Union High. After high school, Joe attended the College of the Sequoias where he obtained his AA degree in Fire Science. In 1961, Joe married the love of his life, Peggy Buckley. They had two sons, Mark Anthony Raney and Craig Allen Raney. In 1965, Joe went to work as a
firefighter for the Tulare City Fire Department where he served for 30 years. While serving as a firefighter, Joe returned to COS to teach Fire Science. After he retired, Joe worked in the
electronics department at the Tulare Wal-Mart for 13 years. Joe enjoyed serving his community and volunteered many hours out at the International Agri-Center. In 2008, he served as the chairmen of the Antique Show and then served as the Farm Show Chairmen in 2013.
Joe enjoyed watching the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Dodgers play. In his younger days, he loved to go fishing. He was known for his funny sense of humor and his story telling skills. Joe was a gentle soul who was loved by many. He is survived by his wife, 2 sons, 7 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren along with many other loving family members.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 17 at 11:00am at Peers-Lorentzen Funeral Chapel followed by a burial at the North Tulare Public Cemetery.

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