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Raymond Card Obituary
"Papa"
Formerly of Waverly, NY passed away Sunday evening, September 14, 2008 in Elmira Heights with his loving family by his side at the age of 72 following an illness. Born on October 9, 1935 in Sayre, PA, Ray was the son of Robert & Margaret Klingensmith Card. He was employed by Thatcher Glass for many years as a mold maker. A sports fan and outdoorsman, his interests included bowling, softball, Elmira College Hockey, NY Giants Football, fishing and hunting. He was very knowledgeable as a general contractor and was an all around handyman. Ray was a loving and supportive father to his cherished children who survive, Curtis (Marsha) Card, Bentley Creek, PA; Cindy (Keith) McDonald, Elmira Heights; Donald (Joyce) Card, Bethel Park, PA; Julia Card-Simons, Horseheads; and Mary Rae (John) Bahantka, Elmira Heights; twelve grandchildren, Trina and Kendra Card; Shawn and Nicole McDonald; Jessica, Aaron and David Card; Jenifer and Haley Simons; Chelsea, Jake and Samantha Bahantka; a great granddaughter, Kendal Shaffer; a brother, Richard (Shirley) Card, Horseheads; a sister, Frances (Pete) Chick, Muscatine, IA; sister-in-law, Joyce Card Waverly; his special canine companion, "Sukie". In addition to his parents, Ray was also predeceased by his two brothers, Norman Card and Joseph (Jean) Card. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Tuesday evening September 16, 2008 between the hours of 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will take place Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. Graveside services will follow in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
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Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Card
Betty Smith
September 19, 2008
I met Ray 2 years ago at Weis Markets in Elmira, where I work. It was always a pleasure to have him check out in my line.
Belinda Michaud
September 18, 2008
Mary Rae, John, Chelsea, Jake, & Sam,
Our Prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Love, Tom & Belinda & Boys
cindy mcdonald
September 17, 2008
To my loving father,
Even thou you are not here with me now, you will always be in my heart forever. I never regretted a day I took care of you. I know that you was in alot more pain than any of us ever new and you lived with that pain for a long time just so none of us would worry about you. My heart is so broken now that you are gone but I know you are in heaven pain free and with your family. Daddy I love you so much with all my heart now and forever.
Your loving daughter,
Cindy Marie
Cohen Middle School
September 17, 2008
Thinking of you and your family and wishing you our condolences.
-Your friends at Cohen Middle School
Julia Simons
September 17, 2008
This goes to my 2 sisters and 2 brothers. Today will be one of the hardest things we will have to do. But we have to remember that it is PaPa , now in a better place. We will cry today but we need to never forget all the things we have done as a family the last three months with him. He did make us laugh!! From his singing or dancing, or just hanging outside with him. Or the things he would do at the dinner table or the things he would say!! I know I will never forget them..Today we will be there for one another with our children as a family he has made us.. With all that my LOVE goes out to each and one of you... Love YOU PAPA from the bottom of my heart.I will miss you!!! Love, Julia
Judy Price-Sheive
September 16, 2008
To the Family,
I'm sorry to hear that Ray has passed. I have fond memories, of times spent together many years ago.
Dawn Thomas
September 16, 2008
To the Card family,
So Sorry for your loss. May all your memories help you through this difficult time.
Dawn, Mike, Amanda & Gregory Thomas
Kathleen Coyle
September 16, 2008
To the Card Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there with all of you right now. Just remember all your cherished moments with him the good times. Also remember to come together as a family and take care of one another as you took care of Papa. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you all. Kathy (Schaaf) Coyle
Jim & Lori Kettell
September 16, 2008
John, Mary Rae & kids, we are so sorry for the loss of your father. Know that all your friends from EHLL are here if you need anything.
Ron, Tammy, Natasha and Marcus Watkins
September 16, 2008
To the Card family,
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Tammy (Casselbury) Ludwig
September 16, 2008
To the Card family:: Julie , We are so sorry for ur loss, We send yas our love and prayers ,God Bless yas.
John & Mary Rae Bahantka
September 16, 2008
With prayers for eternal peace, take with you our eternal love.
Rachel Simonds
September 16, 2008
I am very sorry. My thoughts are with you.
Loretta Russell
September 16, 2008
To Ray & Rays family,
He was a wonderful friend & our prayers & love go to his family .
He will be sadly missed .He was also know as Slippery Eeel on cb radio.
Take care my friends we love you all.
Sincerely
Bill & loretta Russell
&
Mr. & Mrs Bruce Wolcott & Family
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