BROUGHTON – Raymond Douglas “Doug” Stroud, 69, of Broughton, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at 12:34 a.m. at his home.
He was born on December 7, 1956, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to James and Mary Stroud. His loving wife of 38 years, Kim Marie Stroud, survives.
Doug was a United States Navy veteran, having joined straight out of high school. He served overseas during the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge, he held several occupations. He worked for Crownline Boats in West Frankfort, operated an upholstery shop in Broughton, and later started a small business, Southern Custom Foam, specializing in foam fabrication for boats and bedding.
He enjoyed golfing, cooking, and grilling. His greatest passion, which he shared with his wife, Kim, was riding motorcycles and collecting Harley-Davidson memorabilia. Doug and Kim rode through all the states east of the Mississippi River and had hoped to complete the western states as well. He was a member of several local biker groups and often participated in charity runs benefiting organizations including the American Legion and the VFW.
He is survived by his wife, Kim Stroud of Broughton; sons: Mark (Erika) Delzell of Houston, Texas, Ryan (Niki) Trusty of Harrisburg, and Jeremy (Stephanie Boeddecker) Stroud of Elk Grove Village, Illinois; daughter, Kristi (Killian Marcellin) Murdock of Wilmington, North Carolina; eight grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Brandon Douglas Stroud; brother, James Donald Stroud; and sister, Kay Tipp.
Funeral services for Raymond Douglas “Doug” Stroud will be held Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Gholson Funeral Home in McLeansboro, with Pastor Mike Glenn officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Interment will follow at IOOF Cemetery in Norris City, with graveside military honors conducted by Carmi American Legion Post No. 224.
Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared at gholsonfuneralhome.com.