Raymond R. Loy, age 60, an 18 year resident of Naperville, IL and longtime of Downers Grove, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 21, 2014. He was born on May 5, 1953 in Aurora, IL to Reed and Violet Loy. Ray is survived by his devoted wife of 33 years, Liz (nee Wittrock); his loving son, Ryan Reed Loy; his uncles, Erwin "Bucky" (the late Ruth) Loy and Raymond (Patty) Loy; his aunts, Margaret (the late Walt) Bachman and Aggie (the late Welling) Lifka; his cousin, Steve (Karen) Lesniak; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Terry (Jim) Klein, Ken (Char) Wittrock, Peter (Kate Crowley) Wittrock, Martin (fiancé Linda Carlson) Wittrock and Annie (Darryl) Rohrer; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his parents-in-law, Charlotte and Ken Wittrock; and his aunt, Joan (the late Robert) Lesniak. Ray was raised in Downers Grove, IL. He graduated from Southern Illinois University and earned his master's degree from the University of Northern Colorado. He was proud to be able to coach his son's baseball teams from the time Ryan was 5 years old. An avid outdoorsman, he preferred to take his family camping wherever their travels took them. If you knew Ray, you knew he was always busy doing something, especially around his house. He learned to be handy from his father and uncle and took great pride in his skills. He will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of calling him a friend. Visitation Tuesday, Feb. 25, 3:00 - 8:00 PM at the Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S Mill, Naperville. Funeral Services 11:00 AM on Wednesday, February 26, at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 815 S. Washington St, Naperville, with visitation one hour prior at the church. Interment will be private. For info 630-355-0213 or www.friedrich-jones.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 23, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Loy

28 Entries

Karen Harvey

March 9, 2014

Liz and Ryan - I'm so sorry for your loss. Liz, you and Ray were such good friends. I have many fond memories of our times and group of friends at Vista del Lago (CA) - which Ray called Vista del Yahoo. He was so full of life and fun. I'm so grateful to have seen you all in Laguna Beach last year. Ray will be so missed! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Christine Cline Cardot

March 1, 2014

Ray was a good and thoughtful friend who never failed to make me laugh. I appreciate him for many reasons, but mostly because he was a good husband to my friend Liz and a good dad to Ryan.

Jim and Sona Knox

March 1, 2014

Liz-we are mourning Ray with you and will miss him-he was a nice part of our lives.

Steve and Nancy Gustafson

February 28, 2014

Liz, We were so sorry to here of your loss of Ray. Ken and Char had us over for dinner to meet the two of you while you were visiting them in Omaha many years ago. Our love and prayers go out to you.

Les & Dawn Dahlberg

February 26, 2014

Liz - Our deepest sympathy to you and Ryan. We have fond memories of Thanksgiving at Ken & Char's when we lived in Omaha. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Peggy

February 25, 2014

Liz and Ryan-
My deepest sympathy. Raymond was a great man and a true friend.

Jim Munz

February 25, 2014

Ray was a great friend and co-worker. It was my good fortune to work with him at Ingalls Hospital and Advocate South Suburban Hospital. He was incredibly talented and consistently approachable. Ray leaves a strong and enduring legacy.

Todd, Julie, Natalie Asmussen

February 25, 2014

Dear Ryan and Liz, you have our sincere condolences at this very difficult time. Ray was such an amazing person and we feel so fortunate that we had the opportunity to know him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Please do not hesistate if you need anything..we are most happy to help.

MIDI,LLC/OAMRI

February 25, 2014

Ray was a trusted, well respected, and valued member of our management team for years. Please accept sincere condolences from our family of employees.

Patricia Nance

February 24, 2014

Dear Liz, I haven't seen you in ages, but will never forget you & Ray and the joy of meeting you. Darrell is flying in and our daughter Meghan is a student at DePaul and will attend the funeral w/ him to represent our family. Our prayers will be with you during this difficult time!
Best,
Patricia Nance

February 24, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Terry Wilson

February 24, 2014

Total shock at this news, Ray was a great guy and will be missed. I'm sorry for your loss.

Julie DiBenedetto

February 24, 2014

Love and prayers to Liz, Ryan, Family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with Ray and we've remained friends ever since. He is truly a gem and a light that will be missed by all!

February 24, 2014

We are so sad to hear about the loss of Coach Loy. We had the pleasure of knowing Ray as Chris' baseball coach for the past 4 years. He made baseball fun for the kids in senior baseball, from our first season with 0 wins and through the last season making the playoffs. Great memories, great man, and great father to Ryan! Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Tony, Mary Jo, and Chris Calcagni

Jim,Sandra & Mia Lockwood

February 24, 2014

Liz and Ryan, I am so sorry about your loss.Ray was an amazing person and a great friend.We had many a great time growing up..I am at a loss for words.I wish I could be there for you,but it looks like I cant.We are all praying for you.

Bill and Peggy Currie

February 24, 2014

Dear Loy Family,

Sincere condolences to you in this difficult time. Ray was truly a gentleman in every sense of the word, and we know how much he will be missed.

Kristina London-Grabowsky

February 24, 2014

I had the pleasure of working with Ray at OAMRI. Ray was one of a kind. He lit up every room he entered and was one of the most giving/genuine people I ever met. My heart goes out to his family...my thoughts and prayers are with you. Ray will be greatly missed...God Bless!

Jim Sandra & Mia Lockwood

February 24, 2014

This is just unbelievable. I am at a loss for words. Ray was an outstanding guy an a great friend. My heart goes out for Liz and Ryan. I'm sorry I can't be there for you. If their is anything I can do please let me know.

Mark Schaefer

February 24, 2014

In high school Ray could run like the wind and always made it look so effortless. I envied that about him. Though I only had the opportunity to see him a couple of times since then. His warmth and smile were still just as quickly offered. Ray came to my brother's wake not two years ago on the very day of our class reunion. For me his care and kindness was a true measure of the kind of man he was and in my heart still is.
Blessings,
Mark

Mary Lou Johnston

February 24, 2014

Ray was a bright spot at OAMRI. Always a smile, quick witted, positive, available to his team.
I have great memories of his time at OAMRI. I will miss you, Ray.

Mary Lou Johnston

Angel Evans

February 24, 2014

This is terribly sad... I pray for solace and strength to Ray's family, friends, and co-workers. Ray was a great man and I enjoyed working with him.
Angel

Kent Van Dahm

February 23, 2014

So sorry for your loss Liz and Ryan. Wish I could be there but can't. May you find peace. Ray had so many frinds that loved him.

Julie Schlueter

February 23, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Ray's family and friends. I knew Ray as a child back on Oakwood Ave., as a teenager in high school, and even work with him for a few years. He was a warm and lovely man, who always shared a smile and a laugh. He was one of the good ones, and I feel lucky to have had him in my life. You are in my prayers.

Kim Strauss

February 23, 2014

Liz and Ryan,
I'm flying into Chicago tomorrow night... Words can't express how truly sorry I am for your loss.I know you both know how much I loved Ray, and I hope you both know how much I love you... I'll see you soon. Always a friend...Kim

Les (Hultman) Hollowed

February 23, 2014

My heartfelt condolences to Liz, Ryan, and all who knew and loved Ray. It has been many years since high school, but I remember Ray as always smiling, a friendly and kind person. May you find comfort in the memories of all the wonderful, loving moments you shared.

Aggie. Lifka

February 23, 2014

Liz and Ryan, I can't tell you how sorry I was to hear about Ray. I am unable to come to Illinois because I am in Rochester taking care of my grandson when they are on a trip. My prayers and thoughts will be with you at this difficult time. With my love, Aunt Aggie

David Schmidt

February 23, 2014

So sorry , may Ray rest in peace.

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