Raymond Pearson

PEARSON
Raymond M., of Hackensack, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 23, 2012, at the age of 83 years. Born in West New York, he previously lived in Teaneck and has lived in Hackensack for 19 years. Prior to retiring, he was the International Credit and Collection Manager and Vice President of Operations for Kramer Mercantile of New York. He was a member of VASA Order of America, NJ District # 6 and St. Paul's Lutheran Church of Teaneck. Beloved husband for 54 years of Arlene V. (nee Johnsen). Devoted father of Amy Lacko. Cherished grandfather of Gregory Lacko. Dearest brother of the late Mildred Tomkins. Loving uncle of Virginia Sturmfels, Linda Fonti, and Ellen Schaper. The Funeral Service on Thursday, September 27th, at 11:30 AM at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 61 Church Street, Teaneck, NJ, Rev.Gary C. LeCroy officiating with burial following at George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus. The family will receive friends on Wednesday at the G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Home, 397 Union Street, Hackensack from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorial donations to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 61 Church Street, Teaneck, NJ 07666 or VASA Home, Budd Lake, NJ 07828 would be appreciated. To send condolences, directions, or further information visit www. gentilefuneralservice.com