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Raymond T. Franecki

FUNERAL HOME

Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Homes - South Suburban Chapel

6080 South 27th Street

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Raymond Franecki Obituary

Name: Visitation for Raymond T. Franecki
Start: 2021-02-05T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-02-05T18:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Charles Borromeo Church

Raymond T. Franecki

Born to Eternal Life on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, age 87 years. Beloved husband and best friend for over 66 years of Patricia (nee Kowalski). Cherished dad of Thomas Franecki (Susan Richard-Danny, Holly, Jenna and Ava), Nancy (Thomas) Schuller and Mary Sue (Randall) Ryskoski. Treasured and adored grandpa of Lauren (Josh), Caitlin (Matt) and Megan (Donnie); Andrea (Doug); Theresa (Fiance Joshua) and Vincent. Loving great-grandpa of Auden and Asher; Traeger and King. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family members and many lifelong dear friends.

Visitation Friday, February 5, 2021 from 10AM - 12 Noon at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3100 W. Parnell Ave. Milwaukee. Mass of Christian Burial at 12 Noon. Please see the funeral home's website to view a live stream of the Funeral Mass. Entombment and Military Honors to follow at St. Adalbert Cemetery.

Raymond proudly served his country for nearly 30 years in the U.S. Army both active duty and in the Reserves. He also served his community as a member of the Milwaukee Police Department for over 30 years. Ray was also a longtime, faithful and active member of St. Charles Borromeo Church. He was especially proud of his Polish heritage, even referring to his high school sweetheart and bride Patricia as his "Polish Princess". Ray loved to keep in touch with his friends from church, the police department, military and high school. He counted his blessings every day and cherished every minute he spent with his family. Visitation Friday, February 5, 2021 from 10AM – 12 Noon at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3100 W. Parnell Ave. Milwaukee. Mass of Christian Burial at 12 Noon. Please see the funeral home's website to view a live stream of the Funeral Mass. Committal Prayers and Military Honors to follow the Mass at church. Private entombment St. Adalbert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ray's name may be made to St. Charles Borromeo, The Xaverian Missionary Fathers or to the veteran's charity of your choice.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Jan. 28 to Jan. 31, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Franecki

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17 Entries

Steven Philip Pape

July 13, 2021

Ray and my dad worked in two jobs together as long as I can remember. First was the MPD I believe, and then with the 84th Armored Division for years. There were many stories from both. Phil & Ray kept up with each other for years after both their retirements. I know they were very good friends. I was sorry to hear of his passing just recently. I also believe Ray and Pat visited dad in Florida on occasions. I know he enjoyed the friendship of both always. May God richly Bless his family and his & Pat's true legacy - "a great and large family that endures and keeps his memories alive and in all their hearts". - Steve Pape

Nancy (Irek) Surges

February 5, 2021

May your family find peace, comfort, and all the love you need in the days to come.

Paticia&Dennis Griebenow

February 4, 2021

(Pat is the daughter of Joe Franecki, Ray's first cousin. ) Offering our sincere sympathy for the loss of a kind and caring person.

Matt Franecki

February 4, 2021

Going to miss you Uncle Ray Franecki, you helped me be the man I am today.
Thank you so very much for all that you did for me. You were a Military Man to the end, so am I.
Rest In Peace

William and Vickie Franecki

February 4, 2021

Our condolences to Patricia and the entire family. Ray was good man, husband, father, and American citizen. In the many times I´ve met Ray he always greeted me with a smile and warm demeanor. A good Christian man and a model for all to follow. He will be missed.

Veronica Jaeger

February 3, 2021

My heartfelt sympathy to you, Pat, and to your whole family. May perpetual light shine upon Ray.

Dawn Jacks

February 2, 2021

Ray will be missed. My daughter loved helping him check the pews after mass each week.

Darlene Franecki

February 2, 2021

My condolences to the family. I will always remember Uncle Ray coming over to visit Dad and having a few drinks. He will be missed. Sorry I can´t be in attendance, as I´m in FL right now. Love Darlene

Evie Werra

February 2, 2021

I´m so sorry, I looked at my message and typed the incorrect name, I meant to say Uncle Ray

Wayne Bellinger

February 1, 2021

I loved seeing Ray on Sunday mornings - Holding the door to church open and always being greeted with his warm and beautiful smile!
He will be missed terribly by the many people he interacted with at church each week.
Ray always made either warm or funny comments and his bright and cheery personality will live on in my very happy memories.
Good Bless You Ray!

Ron DeVillers

February 1, 2021

I appreciated Ray and Pat in a different wonderful friendship. As the parents of one of my students, it led to an association that lasted for forty years from Pulaski High school through the 84th and the Railsplitters. As chaperones for the Pulaski Rams Band on a 5 day Band contest trip, I found how thoughtful and good they were as they helped make our trip educational and fun.

Ray was also helpful as the cop on duty in getting my pro Band safely away from the crowd at the lakefront after a concert there on the 4th of July.

Ray and Pat were always available when the Rams Band needed parents to help during short local Band performances. And, on a Band trip to UW Band day in Madison, they were there!

At the Railsplitters doings, it was an honor to sit with them recalling all the times we were together.

He was a good man and fine soldier and friend. All will miss him!

Aleta Romanowicz

January 31, 2021

Our family sends it deepest sympathies in the loss of Mr. Franecki. Our father, Ken Kasinski served the Milwaukee Police Department with him for years and we grew up down the block. Our prayers are with you all. Ken Kasinski's family

Rita Nowak

January 31, 2021

my prayers are for you and your family Remembering all the good times with you and Pat

Bob and Jenny Ruditys

January 31, 2021

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Ray. My father Ervin worked with Ray on the Milwaukee Police Force for many years and our parents became good friends with Pat and Ray. They spent time together at monthly gatherings or dinners with several other officers and wives. They shared a wonderful friendship over the years and us "the kids" got to know everyone just as well. I will always remember Ray as a kidder and he was always ready with a quick response or quip to make me laugh. He always had something positive to say. Again, we are saddened to hear of Ray's passing and wish your entire family gentle healing and hope memories comfort you in the days ahead.

Ken and Evie Werra (Bens daughter)

January 30, 2021

Sorry to hear about Uncle Larry. Our thoughts are with you. May family and friends give you strength at this time of sorrow. May faith give you hope for every tomorrow.

Bob and Mary Beth Smith

January 30, 2021

What a shock since we just saw Ray at church about 2 weeks ago. What a great guy! Always so positive. He left his mark on many and will truly be missed.

Dick Liebner

January 30, 2021

Condolences to Ray's Family. I worked with Ray at #5 Dist. in 1970's .

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