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Raymond Lutgert Obituary

Raymond Lutgert

Naples, FL

Naples, FL and Chicago native, Raymond L. Lutgert, Naples business lead er and philanthropist, passed away early in the morning of Friday, May 28, 2010, at the age of 90.

He was born September 26, 1919. Mr. Lutgert's legacy includes 17 luxury high-rises on Park Shore Beach, a collection of highrises at Bonita Bay, a mountaintop golf course community in North Carolina called Linville Ridge, Estuary at Grey Oaks, The Village on Venetian Bay, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, Neapolitan Way, Crossroads Market and Mercato in North Naples, FL.

Mr. Lutgert has been a major supporter of various community projects including the Boys and Girls Club of Collier County, YMCA, Education Foundation of Collier County, Florida Gulf Coast University, Naples Children & Education Foundation, United Way, Naplescape, Golisano Children's Museum of Naples, and Naples Community Hospital among others.

His motto "The more you can give and share of your talents, whatever they may be, to make this a better community than it even is now, please, please do it," he always said. "Do it to help others in the future."

He was honored by Junior Achievement as a business Leadership Hall of Fame laureate in 1993, by Florida Gulf Coast University with an Honorary Doctorate degree in 2005, and by the Edison College Foundation receiving the LIFE Award in 2007.

Mr. Lutgert is survived by his wife, Beverly Heilig Lutgert; his sons, Scott F. Lutgert (Simone) and Larry Lutgert; his grandchildren, Kurt Lutgert, Kim Confer (Bill), Kristin Cartwright (Dayle), Erik Lutgert, Kate Thompson (Owing Mills, MD), Jennifer Lutgert (Chicago, IL), Heather Dockweiler (Jamie), Rodney Weiss (San Francisco, CA) and Lana Gomez (Los Angeles, CA); and ten great grand children.

In lieu of flowers the family has asked that you please send a donation to Naples Community Hospital, Florida Gulf Coast University, the Golisano Children's Museum of Naples or the charity of your choice in his honor.

On Tuesday, June 1, 2010, following a private ceremony, the family will receive guests at Grey Oaks Country Club from 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Naples Daily News on May 30, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Lutgert

14 Entries

Horace Worley

April 24, 2023

I remember Mr. Lutgert and his family. I worked at Linville Ridge C C. I remember him having friends for dinner at the club one night and his wife Beverly mentioned how handsome he looked in his new shirt. One of his guests asks why he didn't pick up two so he could have one. Raymond he shot said he would but, they didn't have the guy's belly size. I started laughing and Mr. Lutgert said what are laughing at with a slight grin I said nothing - I am just pouring water for your guest.

Paula Jozefiak(McDonald)

June 21, 2010

My best memories from my childhood were visiting the beautiful home on the Gulf with my grandmother, Carol McDonald. How lucky of a child was I to spend the summer at Mr. Lutgert's home? He was a very nice man, but worked so much I never saw him around that much, but I never did forget him. Blessings from me to the family at this time. Though I never met Scott, my grandmother always told me stories about him, and he held a special place in her heart, and my grandmother loved working for your family.

Suell Kluck

June 8, 2010

Dear Beverly and Scott,

I am deeply sorry to hear about Ray's death. What wonderful life he had and what great memories you all will hold in your hearts forever. I can truly feel your loss because I lost my beloved Jerry on November 14 of 2009. Jerry would have been the first to say "He had a good life" and that is what consoles me because Jerry did also. Thank you for all the wonderful memories you and Ray have given to me.

Love, Suell Kluck

June 6, 2010

Mrs. Lutgert, I am truly sorry to hear about Mr. Lutgert's passing. It was a pleasure working with both of you and I greatly enjoyed and learned from our many experiences together. I wish the best for you and please let me know if I can ever do anything to help. Thinking of you with best regards, Michael Martiss

June 2, 2010

To the Lutgerts our deepest sympathy from Fond du Lac Wisconsin. The Stayers also moved to Naples in the 1960's and could not believe someone was developing land "way out " in the boonies.
What a visionary he was.....and of course now as sons we try to only keep up if we can. to our Fathers

You are in our thoughts and prayers here in Wisconsin and as you know the word spread quickly in our far away city that Raymond Lutgert had passed. Do you think he even realized how famous he was way up North many states away from Naples Florida

Ralph and Shelly Stayer

June 1, 2010

Beverly and Lutgert family our thoughts and prayers are with you. We always enjoyed you and Raymond coming to the Jaegerhaus Restaurant.God bless Arthur and Dale Stoerchle ,Luise, Sayla, & Linda

June 1, 2010

To the family. My prayers are with you all at this time. I Was Wes Downings nurse for many years. Wes spoke highly of Ray. The stories of the two of them together are priceless. They really had fun together.He was a great guy and so many accomplishments. He left his mark so many many places.He will be missed by all. Kaye Konicek

Bonnie Lynch

June 1, 2010

Beverly, Scott, and to all the Lutgert family. Ray's foot prints will leave a lasting impression on Naples. He was a man who came to Naples to do well, and he did a great deal of good for the community. Ray was a man with great vision and his accomplishments are part of Naples' history. The baton is now passed to Scott to carry on, who in his own right has accomplished great deeds. Dennis and I feel honored to know the Lutgert family and to have witnessed their legacy grow since 1970 when they were the first people that we met when we arrived in Naples. May peace be with you all in this time of Ray's passing. Bonnie Lynch

Amy Crowe

May 31, 2010

Mrs. Lutgert, just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and your family and sending lots of love and prayers.

May 30, 2010

Beverly, I just wanted to tell you what a honner it was to take care of Raymond up until he left us Friday morning. I will always remember him. All my love and suport, Jake Adams

May 30, 2010

To: Beverly, Scott, Larry, Kurt, Kim, Kristen, Eric and all the family...Ron and I send you our sympathy and sincere thoughts and know God is comforting you now...Ray lived a long, fulfilling life and did so much for the Naples community that helped so many lives...he will be missed but not forgotten...with love and fond memories....Vicki, Ron, Chris, Matt and Kerry Rosendahl

Dan Brack

May 30, 2010

My sincere regrets to the Lutgert family. May you be comforted by the legacy Ray left behind. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Geraldine Culloden Jording

May 30, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Phyllis and Dwight McGraw

May 30, 2010

Beverly, we mourn with you and celebrate with you that your dear husband is with the Lord and will be forever. Thank you both so very much for sharing all the toys with the children at the Immokalee Child Care Center for so many years. We have had a lot of joy delivering them for you a few times. God bless you all.

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