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RAY ROBERT ERNE

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RAY ERNE Obituary

ERNE, Ray Robert 59, of Concord, unexpectedly on Tues. Sept. 6, 2016. Born in Cleveland, Ray served proudly as a Lt. Commander in the U.S. Coast Guard for 27 years, and most recently worked at Hanscom AFB as a contracting officer for the USAF. He loved fishing on Cape Cod in his boat, spending time outdoors, but most of all spending time with his family. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 25 years Janet Sparre Erne of Concord; daughter Christina of Concord; sons, Shamus of NH and Jeremy of FL; 3 grandchildren and numerous brothers, sisters, brothers/sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews. He will be deeply missed. Visiting hours in Shawsheen Funeral Home, 281 Great Rd, BEDFORD on Mon. Sept. 12, 2016, 4-8 p.m. Funeral from Shawsheen Funeral Home on Tues. Sept. 13, 2016 at 8 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Michael's Church, 90 Concord Rd., Bedford at 9 a.m. Family and friends invited. More info and directions:

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 9 to Sep. 10, 2016.

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Lionel Rocheleau

September 21, 2016

Please accept my deepest condolences on the death of Ray. I knew Ray from working with him at HAFB and he always left a very good impression of a good man. He was kind, friendly, professional and cheerful. He will be missed by all who knew him.
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Rita Erne

September 20, 2016

Ray was truly one of the good guys--a loving husband, father, brother, friend, and work mate.His sense of humor and devotion to family, country and work was inspiring. I will always love him and know he is in a good place now, eternally in God's loving arms as well as those who predeceased him. Love always, Ray's sister Rita

Kelly Lewis

September 13, 2016

So sorry for the loss of Uncle Ray. He was always kind and wonderful to be around. He will truly be missed.

Kevin MacDonald

September 12, 2016

Janet & Family - I offer my condolences for your loss. Ray was my boss for a short time, and it was great working for him. He had a sense of humor.

Mayra & Kevin Suggs

September 11, 2016

Janet and Christina, Our hearts are broken. When we think of Ray, we will always remember his kind heart and the good times we shared. You were blessed with a wonderful husband and father. May God's grace give you peace. We love you,

September 11, 2016

Janet and Christina, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Val and Paul Salvucci

Valerie Salvucci

September 11, 2016

Janet and Christina, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Val and Paul Salvucci

September 10, 2016

Dear Janet and Christina,
Words can not express our sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
The Verano Family

Saragh Hoey

September 10, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss Janet
My thoughts and prayers to y'all
Sincerely
Saragh mcAleer Hoey

Sheila & John McNiff

September 9, 2016

Our sincere sympathy, love & prayers Janet & Christina. Ray will be deeply missed, a kind & loving gentleman. xo

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12

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Shawsheen Funeral Home

281 Great Road, Bedford, MA 01730

Sep

13

Funeral

8:00 a.m.

Shawsheen Funeral Home

281 Great Road, Bedford, MA 01730

Sep

13

Funeral Mass

9:00 a.m.

St. Michael's Church

90 Concord Rd., Bedford, MA

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281 Great Road, Bedford, MA 01730

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