Raymond Dowling Sr.

Raymond J. Dowling Sr., 78, of Elwood, Indiana, passed away on March 14, 2026. Born on July 29, 1947, in Elwood, he spent his career as a proud and passionate locomotive engineer with Conrail in Anderson, retiring after many years of dedicated service. He was a respected member of the Masonic Lodge #730 A&FM of Daleville, the Scottish Rite Lodge and Murat Temple in Indianapolis, the Eagles Lodge of Muncie, and the Moose Lodge of Muncie. In 1992, he was baptized at Daleville Christian Church, where he found a meaningful sense of community.

Raymond lived life on his own terms, embracing joy and adventure. His strong work ethic, deep love for his family, and commitment to the organizations he belonged to defined his character and the way he moved through the world. He was married on February 14, 1980, to his beloved wife Janice Dowling, who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his sons, Raymond Dowling and Roscoe (Shatashia) Dowling, and his grandchildren, Madison, Gavin, and Mason Dowling. Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Hurbert and Lola Dowling; his siblings, Helen Anderson, Betty Ramsey, and Bob Dowling; and his sons, Richard and Rodney Dowling.