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Dave and Kathie Shellenbarger
March 16, 2016
We valued our friendship with Ray very highly, as he always had a "half full" view of the world and was enthusiastic in all that he did. He was a valuable mentor for Dave when he led the Great Oaks board, and we will both think of him after every church service at our church in Florida, where we met for coffee. Our sympathy goes to the entire family, and we are each proud and thankful to have known Ray.
March 8, 2016
Pete and Chris and David and Judy,
Our condolences to you on the loss of your dad. I always enjoyed talking to him at meetings and I know he will be missed. He left a great legacy that your families now carry on. You should feel great pride in all the lives that he touched and the business that he left.
Donnie and Larry Stern
Patti Huseman
March 7, 2016
Ray DeSteiger will be very missed here at Shadow Wood country Club. He is a Wonderful man! I was a pleasure to know him! :) Patti
March 6, 2016
Condolences to the family. Ray was a great man and a good friend both in business and personally. James and Carol French (Canadian Lakes, MI)
Vinny and Sandy Schauer
March 5, 2016
Our condolences to the DeSteiger family. We were very saddened to hear of Rays passing. We have very fond memories of the times we spent with Ray and Ginny at the Rays Electric functions. Ray was always a find gentleman.
With our sincere sympathy. Prayers to the family. Vinny and Sandy Schauer
Jim Churilla
March 4, 2016
Your family is in our prayers. So very sorry to hear about Mr. DeSteiger. Thinking of many wonderful memories golfing through the years.
Jim and Rose Churilla, C&G Electric.
Ellen Doster
March 4, 2016
Ginny, You and Ray were such an important part of social gatherings at the Drinkard household and we were honored by your presence in our home, as well. Betty considered you an integral part of her life in Rochester and I was grateful to have been included in so many wonderful get-togethers with you and members of the "old gang". When Bob was in business for himself, we did much of our purchasing from Ray Electric and, still consider it the go-to vendor of fine products and services. I hope you and the kids will be soothed by the knowledge of how many lives you and Ray have touched and the memories of a long and lovely life together. Hugs to all from Bob and Ellen Doster.
March 4, 2016
Ray and I were cryosurgery for prostate cancer brothers. Always glad to see each other when we would meet and talk about that experience.
ron lally
March 4, 2016
Our Dad worked closely with Ray for over 30 years at Ray Electric. Whenever he mentioned Ray, the words- fair, honest, and treats people well - would always follow. Ray was such a positive influence on our Dad and thus our whole family. His memory will always be with us.
the Leo Lally family
Marsha McBride
March 4, 2016
Dear Ginny,
John and I were sorry to hear about Rays passing. We enjoyed the times at NAED meetings with you and your family. Thoughts and prayers for all.
John and Marsha McBride.
Paula and Steve Buffa
March 3, 2016
Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you all during this time as you celebrate the wonderful life of your dear husband and father.
March 3, 2016
Ginny and all the family. We have known Ray since 1963 when we met Ginny and Ray at an Avon Players pot-luck. Over the years our lives have crisscrossed too many times to count. To say that Ray will be missed is the understatement of the Century, Our deepest condolences to all of you. He will never be forgotten! Barb and Jack Solverson
March 2, 2016
Dear Ginny,
Walt and I were deeply saddened to hear of Ray's passing. He was a wonderful man and we will remember him fondly.
Please accept our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Cathy and Walt Serafin
Rick & Eileen Zuelch
March 2, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the deSteiger family. From boss to customer Ray would always have the time to ask how things were going when we saw each other. He was very proud, with other things,of being able to turn the daily business over to to his children. Ray is in our thoughts and prayers.
Carole Fraga
March 2, 2016
Dearest Peter, Christine, Mrs.DeSteiger, Dave, Lisa, & Michelle:
When we have good fathers we are blessed. Our fathers become our family's "champion" and we learn from their leadership, mirror their principles and follow their example.
I knew your father was such a champion long before I met him, for I met his children first.
When I met your father, I was in awe of a great man!
When you miss your father look at each other and see him living in his children.
Lovingly,
Carole
Caroline (Kiehl) Tortolani
March 2, 2016
To all the DeSteigers, my prayers are with you. The photo gallery is amazing - what a fantastic tribute to your wonderful family, and to Mr. and Mrs. DeSteiger's beautiful marriage.
March 2, 2016
RAY
March 2, 2016
RAY HIRED ME IN 1973, IT WASNT LONG BEFORE I KNEW WHAT KIND OF PERSON HE WAS. RAY WILL ALWAYS HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART.ROCKY G
Sheri Heiney
March 2, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Trish Kangas
March 2, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the entire De Steiger Family! All of you will be in our daily thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May your memories of all of the great times you shared with your Dad comfort you and your family today and always. We will always remember Ray's great smile and friendly disposition- he truly will live on in all of his family. Peace and Prayers, The Kangas Family-Darrell, Trish, Stephanie, Mark and Paul
Jim Lucy
March 2, 2016
Very sorry to hear. Have great memories of Ray at the NAED meetings and at the Electrical Wholesaling Fun Runs. My thoughts and prayers are with you. - Jim Lucy
Ken Dornbrook
March 2, 2016
To Ginny, Pete, Dave, Lisa, Michelle and family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Ray's passing. I had known him both personally and professionally for over 45 years and, as I've shared with you many times, considered him both a friend and mentor...and a true gentleman.
Please accept my sincere condolences and may God's saving grace be with all of you.
Becky Burgess
March 2, 2016
So very sorry for your loss, Pete and Chris. My prayers are with you and your family during this hard time. He was a wonderful man who left a great legacy behind.
Dave
March 2, 2016
Pete, Dave and Ginny,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Ray. What a great gentleman and true supporter of the electrical industry. I'm sure you all have great memories that will help during this difficult time. Nancy and I express our deepest sympathies.
Dave and Nancy Simon (Alma Michigan)
John and and Kay Beecher
March 1, 2016
Our condolences to all of the DeSteiger family. I always enjoyed visiting with your dad and later meeting Peter and David in our association meetings, NAED and ALA (AHLI). You have all contributed to the betterment of both industries. God Bless!
Doug Borchers
March 1, 2016
Pete, we're thinking of you. I didn't know your Dad well but I do know him through the type of people his family is... the apple never falls very far from the tree and I know that's the case here. You always spoke very highly of him and the foundation he built in your family and organization. God bless you all through this difficult time.
Steve and Julie Van Brocklin
March 1, 2016
Pete, Chris, David and Judy. I didn't have the opportunity to know your father, however, based on the legacy he leaves behind he was a very great man and leader. As I read his story, I could only think of how much it reminded me of you guys and your families. Family oriented, Employee oriented servant leaders, community minded. We are praying for God's healing comfort on the De Steiger families, the Ray Electric families and all in the community your father touched. His memory lives on through you all.
Vern Weber
March 1, 2016
To Pete, Dave and the entire De Steiger family, Sending our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Ray was always a true gentleman and pillar of the electrical industry on many levels. It was an honor to have known him and his terrific legacy which you so capably carry forward.
Vern Weber & Bill Gray, Standard Electric Company
Bill Elliott
March 1, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I know what a close family you have. Bill Elliott
Paul Suzio
March 1, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire DeSteiger family.
March 1, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the DeSteiger family during this difficult time.
With our deepest sympathy, Patrick and Anita Laidlaw
Gloria Withouski
March 1, 2016
With deep sympathy to all the family.
March 1, 2016
Our condolences and prayers to the entire De Steiger family.
Much love~
Bridget, Dan, Abby, Maddie and Cooper Valko
Rick and Paula Eckhout
March 1, 2016
Our thoughts go out to the whole DeSteiger Family during this most difficult time. Ray meant so much to me as he helped shape my career 49 years ago. He leaves a legacy most men would love to achieve in this short lifetime; good Husband, loving father, businessman, visionary, and risk taker a true gentleman. I'll miss him dearly.
Mike Barker
February 29, 2016
To Pete, Chris, David, Judy and the entire DeSteiger family, Sandy and I send our condolences. Ray was a great mentor, NAED advisor, and friend to me and many others. I have wonderful memories of our times together. Ray will be well remembered in our industry.
John Maltby
February 29, 2016
Our deepest condolences and prayers to the De Steiger family.
--John and Lily Maltby
February 29, 2016
" I am offering my deepest condolences during this difficult time. Please remember that GOD always cares about you PSALMS 18 :1,2
kevin puma
February 29, 2016
Ray was always a mentor of mine, He inspired a lot of contractors over the years. He will be deeply missed
Jolynn Friedmann
February 29, 2016
My condolences to the de Steiger family. I have many childhood memories of Mr. de Steiger from the employee family Christmas parties and summer employee family picnics.
Kathy Mccarthy
February 29, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Rays passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Kathy McCarthy and Family
February 29, 2016
We will always have fond memories of playing bridge with Ray and Ginny at their home and enjoying their company at many Brookwood events.
We are so sorry in not being able to attend but we are out of state in Texas and not returning until April.
Our condolences to all his family.
Jim and Susan Masiak
Patrick Carraher
February 28, 2016
We are deeply saddened by the news of Ray's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Carol DePolo
February 27, 2016
Please know that we are hugging all of you in prayer during this most sad, difficult time. There are no words of comfort great enough to ease your pain; yet we pray that you are comforted knowing he is now in the everlasting comforting arms of his Savior and no longer in pain. Such a great and loving man! He is truly Heaven's gain in the midst of your heavy loss...
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