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Raymond Greiner Obituary

Raymond F. Greiner, age 88, resident of 308 Willow Street, Edinboro, died Sunday, January 13, 2013 at Saint Vincent Health Center, Erie. Born in Erie on September 26, 1924, he was the son of the late Alfred and Elizabeth (Brunner) Greiner. He was first married on October 6, 1951 to Anna T. (Stolz) Greiner, and she died July 30, 1998. He subsequently married Doris (Wade) Gilchrist Greiner on May 31, 2003, and she survives. Ray was a baker and a loyal employee of Firch's Bakery for 44 years. After his retirement in 1983, he continued to stay active and worked until he was 80 years old. During these years he was employed by Janitor Jim, Erie Times-News, and Quality Inn and Suites. Having been deaf since his childhood, Ray strove to enjoy life and provide for a wonderful family that he loved very much. He always had a good time when he was bowling, playing golf, or traveling, and he had many friends through his memberships with the Ashtabula Deaf Club and other social clubs in Erie. Ray is survived by his second wife, Doris Greiner of Edinboro; a son, Richard Greiner and his partner Paul Sanders of Waterford; a daughter, Catherine Williams and her husband Brian of McKean; two grandchildren, Justin (Audrey) Smith of Key West, Fla. and Hannah Smith of McKean; and a sister, Mildred Kuntz of Erie. Other family members include two nieces, Patti (Steve) Johnson and Char (Joe) Chmielewski; his step-children, Robert (Paula) Gilchrist of Mill Village, Larry (Carol) Gilchrist of Erie, Ron (Anita) Gilchrist of Ashtabula, Robbie Gilchrist of Edinboro, Regis Gilchrist of Sacramento, Calif., and Donna Youngquest of Erie; also, several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Van Matre Family Funeral Home, 306 Erie Street, Edinboro on Wednesday from 12:00 noon until 2 p.m. at which time the funeral will begin. Rev. Brian Riddle, pastor of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Drakes Mills, will officiate. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Erie. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the family. Condolences may be sent at www.vanmatrefuneralhome.com.

Published by Erie Times-News on Jan. 15, 2013.
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Rick,
It was always a delight to see both of your parents no matter where I was. Sorry to read about your Mom, I didn't know..A beauty she was to the eyes & to know of her meant even more. Remember the amazing Train set & the fun times at your parents home & playing with Cathy too. Every time I drive by the area I think of the wonderful family that grew here. Hold on too all you can with those Precious Memories. Sending Hugs to you both. May you find Peace & Compfort once again. Take good care.

Rita Kapsar

January 17, 2013

Dear Cathy and Rick,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad passing. Your mom and dad were great friends w/ my parents(Margaret and Casimer Zmudzinski)Your parents were such a big part of our lives when we were growing up!! All of us Zmudzinski girls send our sympathy to you both and your families.
Michelle,Clara,Patty,Fran and Lucia

Michelle Zmudzinski-Miller

January 17, 2013

Rich & Cathy
Sorry about your dad. Uncle Ray will be missed. Thinking about your parents brought back a flood of cherish memories.

Bob Hoetzel

January 16, 2013

My deepest sympathies to Ray's family. I was blessed to have met Ray when I worked for the bus company 22 years ago. He always had a smile and made everyone around him smile.. The world needs more people like him.

Roberta Kunselman

January 15, 2013

Dear Cathy and Rick, I'm very sorry to hear about your dad. He was always so nice. I remember when we were kids and Cathy saw that little bottle of paint on the garage roof next door and asked her dad to get it. He hauled out the ladder and climbed up there to get this little bottle of model paint that was already half gone. He never complained about anything I don't think. And I always wanted to go to Cooks Forest with you guys in that station wagon. Thoughts and Prayers to you all.

Melanie Johnson

January 15, 2013

Cathy, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was such a nice man. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Corinne Ballman Peters

January 15, 2013

Rick,
I'm sorry for your loss.
Kim Cairns

Kim Cairns

January 15, 2013

dear cathy and richard, so sorry to hear about your dad. He was such a nice man. know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Marilyn (Abata) Konopka

January 15, 2013

I REMEMBER THE QUIET MAN
FROM FIRCH.EVERBODY LIKED
RAY.HE EARNED EVERYONE`S
RESPECT AND ADMIRATION.
CARL COSIMO RIZZO

CARL RIZZO

January 15, 2013

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