Matthew E. Raffety, 51, of Hillsboro, died at 10:23 a.m. on Monday, April 18, 2022, at his home.
Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until time of funeral service, at 7 p.m., on Friday, April 22, at Calvary Baptist Church in Alton, with Rev. Andre’ Dobson officiating. A private burial will be held at Union Cemetery in Greenfield. Gent Funeral Home in Alton is assisting the family with arrangements.
Mr. Raffety was born on March 28, 1971, in Alton, the son of Lavilla Kay (Smith) Raffety of Alton and the late John E. Raffety. He married the former Kay Hendricks, of Litchfield, on April 12, 2008.
Mr. Raffety worked for FAYCO Enterprises in Hillsboro. Music was his passion and he was a cast member in “The Promise” musical playing several roles over the years. He also enjoyed playing golf and riding his motorcycle and was a member of the Christian Church of Litchfield.
Mr. Raffety is survived by his wife; mother; three children, John, Amelia and Edward Raffety; a brother, Doug Raffety of Homewood; and a nephew, Finnegan Goulet-Raffety of Homewood.
Memorials may be made to The FAYCO Foundation, P.O. Box 277, Vandalia, IL 62471. Condolences may be found online at www.gentfuneralhome.com.
