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for Raymond Deabel
John Van Dril
August 2, 2015
I am shocked and saddened by the passing of Ray. I just learned of his passing a couple of days ago. My condolences to Evelyn and the whole family. Ray was instrumental in my early years as a mentor and friend. I always remember his warm gentle nature and wisdom he imparted that stays with me to this day. His spirit continues on....
Elizabeth Iozzo
June 30, 2015
Ray was always a source of great comfort and Christian love. When one of the most important people in our lives passed away, it was Ray that helped get us through! Enjoy Heaven and Peace Ray
Sincerely
The family of Fred Wilson
April 29, 2015
We knew Raymond as St. James Hosp. Chaplain.
When both of us were hospitalized he comforted us. Our heartfelt sympathies to his
friends and family.
Alan Best
& Dorothy Miller
Jennifer Fregeau
April 20, 2015
Sincerest of condolences to Eveline and the whole Deabel family. Ray was an absolutely amazing and kind man and neighbor. I have the greatest of memories of his generosity and forever am blessed to have known him. God bless your family during this time.
Paul & Theresa (Zilligen) Carlson
April 20, 2015
Our sincere condolences to the Deabel family. We are so sorry for your loss, but so grateful for Deacon Ray's presence and ministry in our lives. May he rest in peace.
April 19, 2015
Dear Eveline and family, please accept our condolences on the passing of Ray. It was an honor to have known such a great person and we will truly miss him. May God embrace you in comfort during this difficult time. The Baro's (Jim, Laura, Jennifer, Courtney)
April 18, 2015
Dear Deabel Family, we will remember Ray as he did April's father's services 7yrs ago.
I will remember him as our neighbor and friend. Prayers and Peace, Jason, April, Jordan, Ashley Spegon
April 17, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the family
Ann Vandergenugten
Eileen Forbes - Ewan
April 17, 2015
God bless you Ray you are a super person. You mean a lot to both George myself & my family. Thank you & thank to your family for sharing you with all of us
Reading the Gospel at my wedding. The best and most treasured gift.
Linda Ringl
April 15, 2015
A photo from Mom and Dad's road trip last fall, a photo at the Grand Canyon.
Linda Ringl
April 15, 2015
Joe & Peggy Suppes
April 14, 2015
Ray was such a godly man and he left a wonderful legacy of love. May The Lord's abundant grace surround your family and give you peace.
Michael Lunn
April 14, 2015
Deacon Ray, was a soft spoken friend of the sailors on Lake Michigan. He lead a Mass every year after the Chicago-Mackinac Race on the Island for all who wanted to attend. One year there was a deadly storm and St. Anne's church was packed and overflowing with members of the fleet who needed some spiritual comfort and leadership, which he humbly supplied.
Mary Ann
April 14, 2015
Dear Evilene and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Deacon Ray has made a huge impact on our family. His words inspired us at my wedding and my kids baptisms. He inspired all our crew and other sailors every year after each race on Mackinac island. His words at mass and when we were just hanging out, were very powerful. He would move me to tears, and joy, and laughter, and to this overwhelming feeling of being closer to God everytime he spoke of Him. My family loved him with all their heart. We will always remember and cherish every moment we had with him. God bless Deacon Ray, and you and your family
Bob Rodenburg
April 13, 2015
Dear Eveline and Family,
Our prayers are with you all. Our family has wonderful memories, living next door to Ray's Mother Josephine, and all of our kids playing and eating perogis from her kitchen!
The Rodenburg's; Bob & Connie, Peter, Benjamin & Daniel
marta tilton
April 13, 2015
Sorry that you are gone know you were a good father and a grandfather and husband
Martha Tilton
April 13, 2015
Sorry to hear about him he was a good man
April 13, 2015
To the Deabel Family, I was saddened to learn of the death of your husband, father and grandfather. I had the pleasure of working closely with him on the Board of the National Ministry to the bereaved. What a pleasure and honor it was for me! He was such a spiritual man and everyone loved being in his company. He was a gift. But you know all of this. I wanted you to know how others knew him. My prayers and for him and with all of you. he is now risen with the Lord! Alleluia!
Sr. Marlene Luffy, CDP
Pittsburgh, PA
Kimberly Beatty
April 13, 2015
Deabel Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Deabel always seem to be there with the right thing to say at all our family's time of need. I only hope our community can bring you half as much comfort as he did for all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rev. Terry Krouskoupf
April 13, 2015
Dear family, I want you to know how much Ray meant to the surrounding community and churches. At St. John's Faith Church in Matteson we considered Ray family. He helped our church in the past and we admired him for being so ecumenical. We're not so different after all. He will be missed!
A picture at dad at his mom and dad's house.
Lara Aprati
April 12, 2015
Cook whites in West Berlin
Lara Aprati
April 12, 2015
A couple pictures of my dad in his military uniforms.
Linda Rehberg
April 12, 2015
Dear Eveline and family,
I'm quite sure Ray was greeted in Heaven by God and his Savior...followed soon after by his old buddy Dennis. () How blessed we were to have such amazing, wonderful men in our lives! Sending you all hugs and love.
Jane Gaz
April 11, 2015
We are sorry to learn of the passing of Mr. Deabel. He was surely a blessing to the community, church, and his family.
Vic, Jane, Irene Gaz
Davenport, Florida
Melissa Counts
April 11, 2015
I was in complete shock when i heard about Ray's passing. It saddened my heart. Ray was a kind, loving,& thoughtful man who had a heart of gold. He helped many through their times of sorrow and was also like a mentor to many.He was a friend you could talk to if you just needed to talk. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed. My condolences to the entire Deabel family. R. I. P. Ray
Martha Tressler
April 10, 2015
Ray was a friend, mentor and a great support in my ministry. He never failed to visit me during my many "trips" to St. James as a patient. May he rest in peace and rise in glory! Martha Burke Tressler
Evelyn Stokes Clark
April 10, 2015
My deepest condolence to the entire family. Ray was an important part of my life growing up at St Agnes and many years after for our entire family .
Carol&Larry Michalowski
April 10, 2015
Ray was a person who was committed to outreach in him community and will always be remembered by the people he helped. But mostly he loved his family and we wish you peace in your hearts. Accept our sincerest condolences and know he will always rest in the hearts of his family and community members.
bernie vollmer
April 9, 2015
i am very sad by the loss of ray he was a very caring man he was good to all those he met and talk to he help many who loss someone i know he help me get through things when my parents pass on i know i will miss him deeply i will keep your family in my prayers my heart is broken now
bernie vollmer
April 9, 2015
i am very sadwe loss a good friend he was there for me when my parents pass on we had alot of memories he will be deeply miss i will keep your family in my prayers he was a very caring person loving father to many family he will looking down on everyoneand someday will meet again
kori schmidt
April 9, 2015
Deabel Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr.Deabel. He was an amazing man. He leaves a great legacy of love. Prayer and peace for all of you.
Sue Kelly
April 9, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Ray was an incredible man & I had the privilege of working with him in many situations. He comforted the hospice patients & families, helped with the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life, taught us about angels & grief, & sat on the panel for the annual Hospice webinar & so much more. He was a good & kind man. May you fly with those angels now, Ray. You earned your wings.
Irene Gaz
April 9, 2015
I'm so sorry for the passing of your father Josh. He was such a nice person, & supported many of my family members in their times of mourning. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Dennis and Kathie Diette
April 9, 2015
Eveline and family, So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time,
April 9, 2015
Dear Eveline & Family,
We have just gotten the sad news! Please accept our deepest sympathy. May God bless you!
Loretta & Clem De Luca
chrissy calderone
April 9, 2015
Dear Deabel Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Much light and love to you all.
April 9, 2015
To the Deabel Family,
We are so so sorry for your loss.Ray was such a part of our lives, he was more than a friend in the neighborhood. I have so many fond memories of Ray. PreCana, Weddings, Baptisms and Funerals. He was always there for everyone. A true blessing and gift for anyone he met on this earth. He is now enfolded in God's loving arms, and feasting at our Lord's table. Celebrate his Life!! Heaven has gained a Special Angel. You all are in our prayers, Love Theresa, Joey, Dr. James and Michelle Siegert
Sister Madonna
April 9, 2015
My prayers and those of all the Sisters in Mishawaka are with you.
Rose Crockett
April 9, 2015
To Evie and children: Ray was loved and had a purpose on earth which he fulfilled. He will be remembered for his kindness and generiosity. Even in sickness he was comforting to others.
Rose Crockett
Charles & Elsa Mayton
April 9, 2015
Fro Deacon Ray Deabel and his loving Family
Charles & Elsa Mayton
April 9, 2015
Many years ago our Son Charlie was in Bloom's Band & the band had an opportunity to go to Iowa. Deacon Deabel not only looked after our son during that trip but he also fed him spiritually. Our son still remembers that trip fondly. We have had the occasion to be ministered to by Deacon Ray when we were patients at St James Hospital. This man was truly sent by God to help all of us in any way he could and he will be missed dearly. God Bless him and his family and may perpetual light shine upon him. Our Prayers & sympathies surround you.
Frank and Fran Narcisi
April 9, 2015
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Kenneth Griggs
April 9, 2015
Words can not express my sadness at Ray's passing. I enjoyed listening to him conducting services at several churches. This is a terrible loss for the entire south suburbs.
greg siefert
April 9, 2015
Evie, and family,
So sorry for your loss. May you support one another as you remember him , cherishing the good times.
greg siefert
Maria Perez
April 9, 2015
Evie, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Maria Perez
Digging a hole for his new American Elm.
Linda Ringl
April 9, 2015
Jerry Gerardi
April 9, 2015
Josh and familly so sory for your loss .ray prayed for my dad Jake and a lot of others he was the best. And the only guy I new with a superman type phonebooth in his driveway. Guess he kinda was like superman to a lot of people.
Patti (Keil) Gibbon
April 9, 2015
Evie and family, Ray was a representative of Christ Jesus. I loved hearing him speak at St. Agnes. He would lift my spirit up so high that I felt that I could almost touch Heaven. Ray touched both mine and my daughter's lives. My heart is broken but at the same time filled with joy in knowing that Ray is walking with our Lord. May God cover you and your family with His peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Patti Skowronski Koza
April 9, 2015
So sorry for your loss He was truly God sent I believe God has a plan for him He touched so many of us in so many ways One not to be forgotten May God bless you
Patti Skowronski Koza
April 9, 2015
So sorry for your loss He was truly God sent I believe God has a plan for him He touched so many of us in so many ways One not to be forgotten May God bless you
April 9, 2015
Family Deabel, My deepest condolences to the entire family! Ray is in heaven now, his struggle is over with. I'll always remember him from the hospital giving out the Holy Communion!!
Seth Warren
April 9, 2015
Evie and Family,
I was saddened to learn of Ray's passing. He was a good man and contributed to the betterment of St. James. He spurred me to shave my head in recognition of St. James success, he organized a car show to express his and others' passions for antique vehicles, and he, of course provided spiritual guidance and support. He was a big man in stature and heart, and will be missed. My condolences.
Debbi Czernik
April 9, 2015
I am so sad to hear this. I loved when he came to Crete United Methodist Church and lead the service. So personable, funny and really got a point across. Loved him - prayers to the family at this difficult time.
April 9, 2015
Deabel Family we are so sorry to hear about the passing of Ray. When he was at St Agnes he was such a wondeful deacon and we truly missed him when he left. Again our deepest sympathy to you all.
Donna Levon & Jennifer Levon Duffy
Renee Tabor
April 9, 2015
To the Deabel Family, (And an added hello to Nate and Tami), I am so sad to learn of Ray's passing. What a neat man he was. I was blessed to see him officiate Nate and Tami's Wedding as well as hear him preach at Faith UP Church. My words are few, but my prayers are many. I pray that you find some peace until you see him again in heaven. God Bless you all.
Kendelle's St. Baldrick's participation...such a proud touching moment for all of us!
Sandy Purnell
April 9, 2015
Happy 70th Dad!
Sandy Purnell
April 9, 2015
Grandparents "Christmas Decorating Day" 2014...LOVE
Sandy Purnell
April 9, 2015
April 9, 2015
So sorry for your loss. We listened to may of Ray,s sermons at Faith United Protestant Church in Park Forest over the years. We enjoyed talking to him efore and after the service. He ws a great and good man and will be missed by all who had the good ocasion to know him. Max and Linda Geldean
Pam Meyer
April 9, 2015
Evelyn, so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was a 'fixture' at St. James and will be greatly missed. May you find peace in knowing that he is now restored to full health in Heaven and that you will be reunited again in glorious splendor as Jesus promised.
April 9, 2015
So sorry Evie, but a comfort to know his struggle is over.
Debbie Bailey
carol froncek
April 9, 2015
My deepest condolences to the entire family. I remember Deacon Ray from my younger days at St Agnes, he was a great man. My prayers are with you.
Carol Froncek
Ann DeLaney Swayka
April 8, 2015
Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you. Ray was such a kind and caring person. Heaven has gained an angel.
Ruby Flores
April 8, 2015
So sorry for your loss Nate, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Charles Ewers
April 8, 2015
So sorry to hear about your dad, I hope he went peacefully
Aisha Betancourt
April 8, 2015
I am so saddened to read of this loss. I have fond memories of the Deabel family, very kind and welcoming. I feel honored to have been friends with such a sweet family many years ago. My prayers, thoughts and love are with you all.
Diane Pickens
April 8, 2015
So very sorry to hear this....he was a very kind and thoughtful Man.....an outstanding human being! Our family thought the world oF him. You have our deepest sympathies, love and prayers.
Diane Pickens and family
Brad Linthicum
April 8, 2015
I am very sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was a great man who will always be remembered for his kindness. He will be greatly missed by all of us.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
April 8, 2015
With our sincere condolences.
Maria & Emidio Vagnoni
(Chicago Heights, IL)
April 8, 2015
So sorry to learn of Rays passing. I knew him from St James, he was always with a comforting word, a soft hand on the back, and an open ear. He helped me thru difficult times more than once. WE could look each other in the eye, we always kidded about our height.
I will miss him, that's for sure. Ray was truly a "Gentle Man".
Bill Hellmer
(Big Foot from So. Hts.)
Delores Green
April 8, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mariela Alvarez
April 8, 2015
My sincerest condolences go out to Ramond J. Deabel's family and friends. May God give you comfort and strength during this difficult time. REST IN PEACE RJD!
April 8, 2015
Our sincere condolence to Eveline and Family. We had such respect for Ray and his ministry.Our prayers remain with all of you.
Deacon George and Pat Brooks
Chris Luft
April 8, 2015
Words can barely express what a gift Ray was to the world. He gave of himself always. The world is a better place because of his devotion. My love to all
Dad enjoying his garden. Gardening was a favorite hobby and his was the best anywhere!
Linda Ringl
April 8, 2015
Adler William
April 8, 2015
Requiescat in pace dear Ray. My memories of you and all you have done for so many of us through the years will remain with me until my time comes to join you. My sincere condolences to Eveline and the Deabel Family. With respect, William Adler.
Diana & Ken Spegon
April 7, 2015
We will miss our dear friend Ray. Words are hard to express when you hear of your friends passing.
He was there for all. God be with you Ray. You and your family are in our prayers!! Diana & Ken Spegon
Russ & Peggy Nickloy
April 7, 2015
HE LEFT THE WOODPILE HIGHER THAN HE FOUND IT.
Lynne & Brent Calderwood
April 7, 2015
OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Bea Fodor
April 7, 2015
Beyond the countless support hours he gave to everyone, I will cherish the memory of Ray and Eveline praying with us at a Christian Seder in my friends' home. Much good food and generous cups of wine flowed. Thank you, Ray. Your reward in heaven will be GREAT, good & faithful servant.
Bea Fodor
April 7, 2015
Thank you, Eveline, for helping Ray during his illness. Thank you, Ray, for teaching us & consoling us in death events in our families. You are much admired. I am grateful. REST in PEACE, Good and faithful servant.
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