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Raymond Hettel Obituary

Hettel, Raymond

Vestal: Raymond Hettel, 72, of Vestal, passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2013, at his home. Raymond is predeceased by his parents, Victor and Anne Hettel; brother, Victor Hettel; his mother and father in-law, Harold and Mary Shattuck; and his grandson, Ryan Wheeler. Raymond is survived by his wife of 47 years, Haroldine (Shattuck) Hettel; daughters, Mary (Len) Wheeler, Kimberly Hettel and her fiancé David Osborne and Michelle Linville. His prized possessions were his grandchildren, Michael and Chris Wheeler, Kai and Victoria Raub, Mareena and Kiaira Linville. His newest addition was his great-grandson who he loved so much, Tyler Bixby; his sister, Kathy Hall; nieces and nephews, Mary Lou (Dave) Cherinko, James (Corinne) Conrow, Rick (Kristine) Conrow and Danielle (Tom) Pratt. Raymond was a Seabee in the United States Navy for 8 ½ years. He came back and worked construction for the rest of his life. His last employer was Fahs Construction where he had numerous friends who meant the world to him, including his best friend Mitch Stanton. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan but more than anything Raymond loved his family. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 157 Clark Street, Vestal, The Rev. John Kurgan celebrating. The family will receive their friends at the Coleman & Daniels Funeral Home, Inc., 765 Main Street, Vestal, Tuesday, February 19, 2013, from 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Feb. 18 to Feb. 20, 2013.
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Kathy,rick, jim and danielle and rest of family sorry for loss

rick tripp

February 20, 2013

Mary Lou, Jim, Rick, Danielle and Kathy, so sorry for your loss. I wish that I could've come tonight but know that my prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

Tami Burford

February 19, 2013

February 18, 2013

February 18, 2013

Ray AKA 'Dad' to many, was one of the most honest and sincere guys I've ever known. It was an honor to be such a good friend of his. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace buddy.

Michael Cerretani

February 18, 2013

A great man and good friend who will be truly missed Go Dallas!

Ryan & Terri Goodrich

February 18, 2013

Jim, Corrine, and Rick
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mark and Robin Sowka

February 18, 2013

He will be missed by so many and was such a loving man! So many great stories growing up with him! My thoughts and prayers with all who knew and loved him!

Alesha Works (Wood)

February 18, 2013

My sincere condolences to Ray's family and friends. The best Foreman I ever worked for. Love and miss you Sarge...

John & Eileen

February 18, 2013

Ray will be truely missed by all who knew him.

Jack Dailey

February 18, 2013

Ray was a awesome person and will be greatly missed. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

steve lewis

February 18, 2013

I am so very sorry for your terrible loss. Ray was a great guy. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Al Wood

February 18, 2013

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