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James Ragard Obituary
He is also survived by five children, John and Tami Ragard, Ellen and Rick Dorman, Cindy and Jim Gillespie, Tom and Maria Ragard, and Bob and Kathy Ragard; 15 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; a sister, Joan Haines; sister-in-law, Barb Tamke; numerous nieces and nephews; and faithful companion, Casey.
He was predeceased by his brother, Richard; and his parents, Nicholas and Ethel Ragard.
Jim served with the United States Army during the Korean War. He was the owner of Reale's Pizza for many years, past owner of Danceland with his sister, and 38 year employee with the Lackawanna Railroad. Jim had won the Binghamton Press's Bowling Tournament with Chris DeLucia. He was a life member of both the American Legion Post #357 and the V.F.W. Post #6223. Jim enjoyed his lottery and his ticket playing. He was a faithful member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church.
The family would like to thank the staff of Barnes-Kasson Hospital and Dr. B. Patel for the care he received and also the staff of S.N.F. for making sure that Mom was with Dad daily.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Great Bend, on Saturday, March 8, 2014. Friends called on Friday at the Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home, Inc., Hallstead.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lourdes Oncology, 169 Riverside Drive, Binghamton, NY 13905, the V.F.W., the American Legion, or the Great Bend Hose Company No. 1.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Ragard
March 14, 2014
Prayers during this difficult time for the entire family. Your friends at Lockheed Martin, K-MAX Team, Barbara Gurr
Barbara Doran
March 12, 2014
Joan, I just want to extend my condolences to you and your Family. From the Ballfield to The Shuffle League it was a pleasure knowing Jim. I know you all have many Happy Memories to share at this time. My Prayers are with you
Barb Doran
March 8, 2014
we are sorry for your loss,are prayers are with you Jim was a great guy
Steve & Kathy gordon
Daryl Savage
March 8, 2014
John & Tom and family, sorry to hear of your loss.
Rich Hinkley
March 8, 2014
Joan and family,
I am sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I have many special memories. Life always seemed happier and fuller when Jm was around. He was a good man
My prayers are with you.
Jim (Hogger) Allen
March 7, 2014
To the Ragard family, I send my sympathy in the loss of Jimmy. I remember all the good times at the softball field and at Danceland. God bless all of you.
Jim (Hogger) Allen
March 7, 2014
JOANIE AND FAMILY,
JIMMY WAS A "ONE IN A MILLION GUY'. ALWAYS THERE IN FUN TIMES AND SAD TIMES.
HE ALWAYS SHOWED UP AT OUR HOUSE AFTER
ONE OF OUR FAMILY HAD PASSED AWAY WITH A "REALE'S PIZZA IN HAND TO HELP
US THROUGH.
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND!
BUD AND DIANNE STILES- CHENANGO BRIDGE NY
Joe & Laura Woolbaugh
March 7, 2014
We were very sorry to hear of Uncle Jimmy's passing. Our hearts go out to all the Ragard family. I will not forget all the great times with Jim and the family. We often visited Joan & Jim when we come back home and had many great conversations with them. He surely will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Earl Lindsey Karen Sinnett
March 7, 2014
Joan and family may you's be comforted by the many warm thoughts of those who care. With deepest sympathy.
Rob Eastwood
March 7, 2014
Joan & Family,
Sorry for your loss, my prayers and thoughts are with you. Great Bend was lucky to have such a great man like Jimmy do so much for the community. I am forever grateful for Jimmy's life long friendship to my Mom, Dad and myself and will always cherish our family's time together.
God Bless,
Rob Eastwood
Mike Freeman
March 7, 2014
To the Ragard Family - my most heartfelt condolences. Your Dad, Jimmy, and your Mom were wonderful neighbors for the many years we lived close by. They brought life and color to the neighborhood. We had so much fun over the years, Jimmy was a happy guy and had a little room in his heart for everyone. When my gang of friends was growing up, we hung out at Jimmy's Lunch next to the Keystone. Cousin Bud Stiles met Jimmy one day and Jim said "Buddy, I got Rocket Fever", and with that insisted Bud ride up the "3-Lane" in Jimmy's new black&white Oldsmobile. Bud & I recall that & many other stories often. There was more than fun in that guy though. He loved and encouraged us kids across the counter in sports and school. Perhaps it was having a big family, he had understanding and genuine feelings for everyone he knew and when he spoke with you, he expressed happiness or sadness for them. He also was "duty-bound". Funerals are never easy, and Jimmy seemed always to make time to visit grieving friends. So we are losing a really nice guy and a wonderful neighbor. RIP, Jimmy.
(sorry this is so lengthy, wish I could be there to speak with you all)
Ed & Sharon Miller
March 7, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Melanie Richards Weaver
March 6, 2014
Joan and kids, will always remember Jim and all the family that grew up with us at the Great Bend Recreation Lanes, we all did a lot of bowling and I looked at Jim and Joan as an aunt and uncle,since all us kids grew up there Him and Dad could really Bowl! Many happy thoughts for all of you.
Melanie Richards Weaver
T.J. Donovan
March 6, 2014
Good guy, Good guy...We will all miss you Jimmy!!
Jim&Cathy Johnson
March 6, 2014
Joan and Family.
we are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing.It was not that long ago we were at Tuesday get togethers,We will miss him,
March 6, 2014
My sincere prayers to all of you; Jimmy was a wonderful person to know. Thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May he be at peace. Sincerely, Dawn Marie Walker
{Dawn Marie Williams}
MARTY AND TERRIE REED
March 6, 2014
TO THE RAGARD FAMILY, PEACE BE WITH YOU ALL. JIM WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR THOUGHTS. WE LOVED HIM LIKE WE WERE PART OF THE FAMILY. LEAN ON YOUR FRIENDS NOW. ALWAYS, MARTY AND TERRIE REED
March 6, 2014
Jim and I were very good friends that goes back to the 1950's when I started my business of Interstate Burlap & Bag Co. I ate lunch at his restaurant in the hotel in Great Bend for many years. My heartfelt condolences to his family. Mel Rozen Juno Beach, Florida.
Eulalie Chilson
March 6, 2014
May God bless you at this time of loss of your husband and father.
Angela
March 6, 2014
God Bless the Regard Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful person. I liked the whole family & understand some of the feelings you are having. I will tell my children, Anita & Eric & their father Richard Brink.
Again, I am very sorry for your loss. God Bless,
Dan Fitzgerald
March 6, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.God bless you all
KAthy (Foley) Osterhout
March 6, 2014
The Ragard Family; please accept my sympathy.He was a great person I haveknown for a long time. God less.
Gary Sumner
March 6, 2014
My Deepest Condolences to all the family. Sheila Plevinsky's brother.
March 6, 2014
To All the Ragard family,, Sorry for your loss. He was a great man helped Gerald a lot also, May God be with you. Rest in Peace Jim.
Gerry Decker
March 6, 2014
Sorry for your loss,, Jim was a great guy,, He protected Gerald after he got sick when some made fun of him when he lost his voice. Love him for that. God Bless you whole family.
Del & Virginia Austin
March 6, 2014
Joan, Bob and Kathy and family. We were very saddened to hear of Jims passing. He always had a smile for us, good stories about the railroad, and his loving stories about his dogs he shared with us, showed he had a heart of Gold.
Kirk and Barb
March 6, 2014
Jim and Joan are the proud parents of a great family. We know the family will miss Jim and so will the Great Bend-Hallstead community.
March 6, 2014
To all the Ragard Family, We Would Like to extend Our Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to you All! He was a wonderful Person and will be Truly missed. Sincerely, The McNamara Family
Stacy Acquisto-Gibbons
March 6, 2014
Nicole, Kristen, and family, our prayers are with you throughout this difficult time. Cherish all of the great memories that you have and hold them close to your heart, they will last forever. We love you!
Rick Buckley
March 6, 2014
The Ragard Family. Jim was a great man. My father would tell numerous stories from the "Wreck Train" days all funny with Jimmy always in the story. You have our prayers God Bless.
Betty and Glenn
March 6, 2014
a great man indeed. loved watching him play shuffleboard and open tickets. he is missed and will be in our hearts forever. R.I.P. Jim
Ken Fish
March 6, 2014
Bob, Kathy and Family, My sincere condolences for a great man. He will be missed.
Diane (White) Williams & Richard Burton
March 6, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Roger Brown
March 6, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mary Parks (corn stand)
March 6, 2014
Please share this with Mrs. Ragard....The two of you were so special to me. I loved our visits at the veggie stand; there was never a dull moment with your stories you shared. Always laughter!! But this past summer was a very emotional one for both of us. I hold a very fond last memory...as I held his hand, he talked of his wife, I got in the car and gave him a big hug and said "love you guys!" Rest in peace, Mr. Ragard! You were the best!
March 6, 2014
I am very sorry for the loss of a great man who will be missed by many. I love you all. Terry
March 6, 2014
Bob,Kathy and Family, Sorry for your loss, cherish all your memories. Thinking of you all. Love , Diane and Chris
Nancy Mirra
March 6, 2014
Ragard family...I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in eternal peace, Mr Ragard.
Jim & Robin DeSantis
March 5, 2014
To Joan and all my cousins, we are very saddened to the loss of your father. He was a great man and loved his family very much. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
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