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1924
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2019
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Raymond Bergquist Obituary
He was born January 5, 1924 in Osage City, KS.
He served in the Navy during World War II and received a Purple Heart for his time on the USS Liscome Bay.
Raymond was employed by Goodyear as a Tire Builder for 37 years, retiring in 1987.
Raymond wed Georgianna Bergquist in 1947 in Salina, KS. She preceded him in death on January 17, 2009.
Survivors include a daughter, Raeanne Smith of Mount Juliet, TN; his identical twin sons, Ronald and Donald Bergquist of Topeka, KS; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; brother, Bob Bergquist of Waterville, KS; as well as several step-grandchildren.
A graveside service with military honors will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at Mount Hope Cemetery & Funeral Chapel, 17th & Fairlawn.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 5375 SW. 7th St., Topeka, KS 66606 or the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.
To leave a message for the family online please visit www.PenwellGabelTopeka.com.
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Dan Balocca
May 2, 2019
Sorry to hear of the loss of your brother.
American Heart Association
April 29, 2019
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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