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Ray Smilgius Jr
June 19, 2016
Dad just want to say "Happy Fathers Day" and I miss you. Your Loving Son Ray Jr.
March 4, 2014
Donna
We've never met, but Ray was my personal hero for many years.
He and I worked elbow to elbow in a tiny office at Bandringa & Assoc. for many years.
Throughout the 70's we were buddies. He made me laugh and helped me through the day. Whenever, one guy was ready to quit, the other would ask him what else he planned to do ? Eventually we both laughed and went back to work.
We went camping with our young sons and froze our butts off in a tent somewhere in Southern Illinois.
I remember when he met you at the bank where CRS had it's offices. He was nuts about you from the time he saw you.
I awoke from my nap today and realized I had been dreaming of the good times at Bandringas. I hadn't thought of Ray (Jim Raymond)for years, so on a whim I Googled his name.
I shed a tear for Ray when I read his obituary. He was a good man.
Don Queen
July 11, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about your father passing. God has a place for him and we will all be together one day, he's not gone, just waiting.
July 4, 2013
Dear Donna, Alaina and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Ray's passing. He was so kind and loving to Raquel. I always felt comfortable knowing my daughter was in good hands when she went to WI with Donna, Ray and Alaina.
He made the world a better place.
My condolences,
Ann Ruebe / Blider
Lois E
June 29, 2013
My dear friend. To many memories to enumerate - it would take up the whole post. Rest now in peace. You always fought a good fight!
Bob Briggs
June 29, 2013
Although I am unable to attend 'brother' Ray's funeral service today, my heart and mind are with the Smilgius family and friends. Even in high school I knew Ray to be a genuinely good natured guy, with deep integrity and a real leader among men. He's always had my deepest respect. Rest in peace, Ray. I look to the day when we'll all be together on the 'other side,' and rejoin our mutually enjoyable conversations.
Again, with deepest sympathies to the family,
Lois Enlow
June 29, 2013
You will be so missed. The memories I have are to innumerable to post. Go in peace -
June 28, 2013
Mr. Ray as we called him in this office will be sorley missed. We were the most unpolitically correct office we knew of and proud of it. He was a friend and mentor and a fine christian example.
Ray knew we are big hockey fans and always asked "do you think they can win the cup this year, eh? in his finest Canadian. Yep, Ray they did. Hope you led the Heavenly celebration for the Blackhawk this year.
I will miss you my friend. To his family please accept my/our seepest sympathies. We will keep you in our prayers.
Bill Bennett
E D Bennett & Co.
Robert Blameuser
June 28, 2013
I enjoyed the opportunity to work with Ray for many years. A man of true honor and integrity, he will be truly missed. Our loss is heaven's gain.
Phil Wright
June 28, 2013
Dear Donna, Alaina and family. I am so sorry for your loss of beloved husband, father and grandpa Ray. He has been an inspiration and a compassionate true friend to me and others in our Christian men's group. Who has words appropriate enough for your sorrow. I pray God's mercy and peace that passes all understanding unto you. I will continue lifting you up in prayer as you endure this season of grief. I praise God for Ray and that his resting place is with the giver of eternal life, the Lord Jesus Christ.
June 28, 2013
We are deeply sorry to hear of the premature passing of our fine brother-inlaw. He was a splendid person with remarkable perseverance and dedication.
Always showing gratitude and appreciation for any help given to him.
He will be greatly missed by those closes to him.
Ron and Donna Dissette
Kim & Jack Grilec
June 28, 2013
Dear Donna and Alina, Jack and I just heard of Ray's passing. We are extremely sorry for your loss. We have so many great memories of all of you and Ray was just a nice man. We are sending are hugs, kisses and prays your way..
Suzanne Dissette
June 27, 2013
My Uncle Ray was the best uncle that a girl could have. Someone who loved me and supported me like a father, but who was also a good friend. He is part of my earliest childhood memories. I remember how special he made me feel when I was a little girl when he took me, only me, not my brothers, for ice-cream. I loved spending time with him. His kind, caring eyes, his illuminating smile, his scratchy voice, his contagious exuberance,and his warm heart will forever be with me, embedded in my heart. There is a special place in heaven for a man like Ray, and I hope it is with his sister Marion, my mom.
sandi waughop
June 27, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. He was a good man and a mentor to me and my family. I was one of six girls from the tp sharks. He will be sorely missed. he will never be forgotten. deepest sympathy Sandi Waughop (AKA Sanderella Nielsen) take care
Jim Carey
June 27, 2013
Dear family, Classmate of Ray met him again in the Army. Became E-mail friends. What a role model, truly loved God, Family and Country.
Erin Grilec
June 27, 2013
Donna & Alaina,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Ray was a great person and I have such great memories of him when we were growing up. What a great role model he was. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Erin Grilec
Monica Bernier
June 27, 2013
Donna & Alaina....I just heard about Ray's passing. I have many fond memories of Ray. When I think about my time on Laura Lane, I will always think of you guys. Sending my love and prayers from Texas.
Brenda Dissette
June 26, 2013
I didn't have the pleasure of getting to see you all that often but the few times I did you always struck me as such a wonderful man with tremendous depth and joy in him. You always seemed so happy and interested in others and their lives. You will be greatly missed Ray. I know that God has a special place in heaven for you.
Brenda Dissette - Wife of Nephew, Carl Dissette
June 26, 2013
As an uncle to me you were always a man of strength, courage and determination.
You helped my mom and dad put our family back together in our desperate time of need.
I will always cherish your " Hello Carlos " greetings.
Just as when your family came to our house and the kids put their fishing rods in our back yard pond and your kids could not believe that they caught over a 100 fish, ( really several fish were caught multiple times) you are now on a journey to return to Gods grand pond.
Carl Dissette- Nephew and son of Marion Dissette
Jason Brogan
June 26, 2013
Ray - You modeled how a follower of Christ should live while going through great trials. Throughout all our moments together, I never saw your faith waiver. I love you brother for your sincere heart for people, and our Lord. I look forward to having breakfast with you again some day in Heaven.
Ben Mostowfi
June 25, 2013
Tonight was our Bible Study night. You are having study in Heaven. Your place will stay always open in here in our Bible study and my heart. May God bless your wife and your family. Your family will be in our prayer.
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