The earthy lives of Raymond (71) and Denice (65) Bina came to a tragic end on Saturday, July 17, 2021. Raymond, born in Marion, KS, was farmer to the core. Despite the devastating loss of his farm, he never lost his love of the land or loyalty to it. He often did not have much to say but offered a greater gift - the gift of presence - and sometimes a little humor. Denice, also born in Marion, KS, loved giving of herself to others. Whether offering a prayer, a decorated cake, or a word of encouragement, she was fiercely passionate and wanted others to live fully alive. She loved her job as a postal clerk because it gave her countless opportunities to encounter others. Ray and Denice were married in August of 1974 and lived this vocation with generosity, sacrifice and an openness to the real challenges of every day. These 47 years bore much fruit, the most cherished being that of their nine children. Material possessions were never a priority, they desired nothing other than to be together as a family, playing and celebrating together. There was always enough and always room for one more, and because of this, many consider themselves a part of the family. They are survived by their children, Ramie (Jake) Samour, Nichole Bina, Ryan (Kelly) Bina, Charles (Kristen) Bina, James (Olivia) Bina, Andrew (Molly) Bina, Amanda Bina, Aaron (Tara Ellerman) Bina, Danae (Josey Weaver) Bina, and 12 grandchildren and 2 more arriving in October. Raymond is also survived by his siblings, Laverne (Harriet) Bina, Martin (Sandy) Bina, Dean (Pat) Bina, Mary (John) Roniger, Janie Johnson, Connie (Wayne) Poppe, Rose Bina, Alan (Sue) Bina, Julie (Russ) Kerbs. Denice is survived by her mother, Pearl Helmer, and brothers, Dennis (Marsha) Helmer, Doug Helmer, Darin (Jan) Helmer and countless nieces, nephews, and cousins on both sides. Welcoming them from their earthly life are Raymond’s parents, Ernest and Agnes Bina; brothers, Lester Bina and Marion Bina; brothers in-law, Gene Johnson and Greg Trapp; and Denice’s father, Ezra Helmer. Rosary will be at 7:00 pm, Friday, July 23, 2021; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Saturday, July 24, 2021, both at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Pilsen, KS. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with the Raymond & Denice Bina Memorial Fund and the Chaplain Kapaun Legacy Fund (links below). Written stories and memories are requested from the family and can be sent to - raydenicebina@gmail.com Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.

The earthy lives of Raymond (71) and Denice (65) Bina came to a tragic end on Saturday, July 17, 2021. Raymond, born in Marion, KS, was farmer to the core. Despite the devastating loss of his farm, he never lost his love of the land or loyalty to it. He often did not have much to say but offered a greater gift - the gift of presence - and sometimes a little humor. Denice, also born in Marion, KS, loved giving of herself to others. Whether offering a prayer, a decorated cake, or a word of encouragement, she was fiercely passionate and wanted others to live fully alive. She loved her job as a postal clerk because it gave her countless opportunities to encounter others. Ray and Denice were married in August of 1974 and lived this vocation with generosity, sacrifice and an openness to the real challenges of every day. These 47 years bore much fruit, the most cherished being that of their nine children. Material possessions were never a priority, they desired nothing other than to be together as a family, playing and celebrating together. There was always enough and always room for one more, and because of this, many consider themselves a part of the family. They are survived by their children, Ramie (Jake) Samour, Nichole Bina, Ryan (Kelly) Bina, Charles (Kristen) Bina, James (Olivia) Bina, Andrew (Molly) Bina, Amanda Bina, Aaron (Tara Ellerman) Bina, Danae (Josey Weaver) Bina, and 12 grandchildren and 2 more arriving in October. Raymond is also survived by his siblings, Laverne (Harriet) Bina, Martin (Sandy) Bina, Dean (Pat) Bina, Mary (John) Roniger, Janie Johnson, Connie (Wayne) Poppe, Rose Bina, Alan (Sue) Bina, Julie (Russ) Kerbs. Denice is survived by her mother, Pearl Helmer, and brothers, Dennis (Marsha) Helmer, Doug Helmer, Darin (Jan) Helmer and countless nieces, nephews, and cousins on both sides. Welcoming them from their earthly life are Raymond’s parents, Ernest and Agnes Bina; brothers, Lester Bina and Marion Bina; brothers in-law, Gene Johnson and Greg Trapp; and Denice’s father, Ezra Helmer. Rosary will be at 7:00 pm, Friday, July 23, 2021; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Saturday, July 24, 2021, both at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Pilsen, KS. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with the Raymond & Denice Bina Memorial Fund and the Chaplain Kapaun Legacy Fund (links below). Written stories and memories are requested from the family and can be sent to - raydenicebina@gmail.com Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.

The earthy lives of Raymond (71) and Denice (65) Bina came to a tragic end on Saturday, July 17, 2021. Raymond, born in Marion, KS, was farmer to the core. Despite the devastating loss of his farm, he never lost his love of the land or loyalty to it. He often did not have much to say but offered a greater gift - the gift of presence - and sometimes a little humor. Denice, also born in Marion, KS, loved giving of herself to others. Whether offering a prayer, a decorated cake, or a word of encouragement, she was fiercely passionate and wanted others to live fully alive. She loved her job as a postal clerk because it gave her countless opportunities to encounter others. Ray and Denice were married in August of 1974 and lived this vocation with generosity, sacrifice and an openness to the real challenges of every day. These 47 years bore much fruit, the most cherished being that of their nine children. Material possessions were never a priority, they desired nothing other than to be together as a family, playing and celebrating together. There was always enough and always room for one more, and because of this, many consider themselves a part of the family. They are survived by their children, Ramie (Jake) Samour, Nichole Bina, Ryan (Kelly) Bina, Charles (Kristen) Bina, James (Olivia) Bina, Andrew (Molly) Bina, Amanda Bina, Aaron (Tara Ellerman) Bina, Danae (Josey Weaver) Bina, and 12 grandchildren and 2 more arriving in October. Raymond is also survived by his siblings, Laverne (Harriet) Bina, Martin (Sandy) Bina, Dean (Pat) Bina, Mary (John) Roniger, Janie Johnson, Connie (Wayne) Poppe, Rose Bina, Alan (Sue) Bina, Julie (Russ) Kerbs. Denice is survived by her mother, Pearl Helmer, and brothers, Dennis (Marsha) Helmer, Doug Helmer, Darin (Jan) Helmer and countless nieces, nephews, and cousins on both sides. Welcoming them from their earthly life are Raymond’s parents, Ernest and Agnes Bina; brothers, Lester Bina and Marion Bina; brothers in-law, Gene Johnson and Greg Trapp; and Denice’s father, Ezra Helmer. Rosary will be at 7:00 pm, Friday, July 23, 2021; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Saturday, July 24, 2021, both at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Pilsen, KS. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with the Raymond & Denice Bina Memorial Fund and the Chaplain Kapaun Legacy Fund (links below). Written stories and memories are requested from the family and can be sent to - raydenicebina@gmail.com Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.