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Lee Paitsell Obituary

LEE PAITSELL "Raymond" Crown Point, Indiana Lee "Raymond" Paitsell, age 71, of Crown Point, IN, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2009 at St. Anthony Medical Center in Crown Point, IN. He is survived by his wife: Cindy Paitsell (nee Ballog) of 48 years; son: David Paitsell of Crown Point, IN, daughter: Pam (Mark) Runyon of Lowell, IN; and son: Daniel Paitsell of Naperville, IL; grandchildren: Mark (Krystal) Runyon Jr., Deidra Paitsell, Nicholas Runyon, Jocelyn Paitsell and Mallory Runyon; sister: Joela Ribar (nee Paitsell) of Portage, IN; nephews: Marc (Lena) Ribar and Scott (Debbie) Ribar. Preceded in death by his parents: Raymond and Ann Paitsell; mother-in-law: Frances Ballog; brother-in-law: Harvey Ribar; and great grand-daughter: Danica Leigh. The Funeral Prayers will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at 9:15 AM at the Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre, (NOTE: NEW LOCATION) at 606 E. 113th Ave. (2 blocks east of Broadway), Crown Point, IN followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 A.M. St. Mary Catholic Church, 321 E. Joliet St., Crown Point, IN with Fr. Pat Kalich officiating. Services will conclude at the church with cremation to follow. Friends may call at the Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre on Monday, January 5, 2009 from 3:00 to 5:00 and 6:00 to 9:00 PM. Mr. Paitsell was a graduate of Emerson High School, Class of 1955 and joined the U.S. Marine Corp. in 1955 and was discharged as a U. S. Sgt. after serving for 4 years. He married Cindy Ballog in 1960 and worked for Mutual of Omaha for 30 years retiring as a Senior Vice-President in 1994. He opened his own agency with Allstate which he ran for over 14 years. In his retirement he also served as a Commissioner on the Lake County Liquor Board. Mr. Paitsell was an avid sports fan who loved to watch Bears games with his family and loved eating his wife's cooking. To share a memory, please visit the guestbook section on the obituary page at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com For information, 219-663-2500

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Published by Post-Tribune from Jan. 4 to Jan. 5, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Lee Paitsell

16 Entries

Bill Harding

January 24, 2009

Dear Paitsell family,

I'm very sorry to hear of Lee's passing. He was my insurance agent in the 90's. What a truly great, and genuine man. I remember Lee telling me asome of the stories about Mutual of Omaha, after I had asked his about the picture that hung on his wall. May you find peace peace in the lord at this time. God bless.

Dave Paitsell

January 12, 2009

"SEMPER FI'' DAD !

Gail Patsel Martin

January 11, 2009

God be with you all during this time of loss...we are connected by our Ancestor Jacob Paitsel in Virginia.

Wayne Thurman

January 6, 2009

Dan, Denise and I just wanted to send our sympathy to you and your family.
Mr Paitsell the first time I met him treated me with friendliness and a respect that quite frankly, back in high school I probably didn't deserve. I will always remember him for that, a genuinely nice guy. I always liked your dad.

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Ron & Lori Rospond

January 6, 2009

Dear Dan & family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in this difficult time. Ronnie & Donnie had many good memories of your dad. Take care and God bless you all.
Mr. & Mrs. Ron Rospond

Kimberly Tuskan

January 6, 2009

Pam:
Chris & I are also still in Florida, & it is with great sadness that I read of Lee's passing. You & the family are in our thoughts & our prayers.

Kimberly & Christopher Tuskan

Don Basista

January 6, 2009

I have known Lee since he came home from the Marine Corps and had some fun times with him, he was a very friendly and humerous person and shall be missed. My condolences to the family

Ted Meneice

January 5, 2009

Mrs. Paitsell & Dan: So sorry to hear of Mr. Paitsell's passing. I know I can speak for many of Dan's childhood friends and classmates in saying that Mr. Paitsell set a fine example for us as boys and was a man we all liked and respected tremendously. My most sincere condolences.

Penny Odishoo Kovakas

January 5, 2009

To the Paitsell Family, I was sadden to hear the news of Lee's passing. We graduated in the same year but from different High Schools. He was a special fella and will be remembered for his kindness and sincere heart. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to all his family.
May His Memory Be Eternal

Irene Kovakas/Chiotakis

January 5, 2009

I to was Joelas' classmate-not just a classmate, but a best friend. I still remember our long talks about our brothers that we dearly loved. I am so sorry to hear the sad news about Lee. I know how much he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and all of Lees' family. May his memory be eternal.

Donna Wiltermood/Benirschke

January 4, 2009

I was a classmate of Joela but remember her big brother, as we thought of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Wally DeRose

January 4, 2009

Dear Family-Lee and I were friends since Emerson Highschool. For 55 years we enjoyed this friendship and I am shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. My condolences to the family-Lee and his outgoing personality will be greatly missed by all who knew him. I'm honored to say that we were childhood and adult friends with others from the eastside. God bless him and keep him.

Ken Carpenter

January 4, 2009

Just a friend from Emerson School in Gary, Indiana a class mate of Lee's sister Joela. My prayers are for his family during this time. God Bless you.

Tim Lewis

January 4, 2009

Our deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family Dan for the loss of your father. There were so many great memories and stories....
Tim Lewis Family

emil ottomanelli

January 4, 2009

we are sorry for the family"lost. lee and i went to school together.may god help you get thru this.

Cathy Heidbreder

January 4, 2009

Hi Pam, Tim and I are in Florida and have read of the passing of your father. We are very sorry for your loss. We will think of you in the days ahead and pray that you will gain comfort and strength from family and friends.
Sincerely, Tim and Cathy Heidbreder

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