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Raymond John Sem Sr.

Raymond Sem Obituary

Sem, Raymond John Sr. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Nov. 5, 2007, at the age of 81. Preceded in death by his wife, Dolores (nee Nagel); his parents John and Mary, owners of Sem's Tavern in Franklin; and his wife, Lillian (nee Grajek). Beloved father of Carolyn (John) Scheppele, Raymond, Jr. "Rusty" (Diane), Roxanne (Kenney) Boschke. Proud grandfather of Nicole Lohman-Abraham and Clint (Darlene) Lohman; Craig (Liz) and Cari Sem; Ian (Kelly), Tiffany and Noel Boschke; and 5 great - grandchildren. Beloved brother of Shirley, Anita (Joe) Stefan and Marianne. He will also be missed by his extended family and friends. A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Funeral Home Fri., Nov. 9, from 5-8PM. Memorial Service 8PM. Private family inurnment. HARTSON FUNERAL HOME 11111 W. Janesville Rd.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 7, 2007.

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Renee Wink

November 13, 2007

I remember so many good things about the Sems and have great memories. My thoughts to all of you on your Dad's death. My Mom expresses her sympathy also.
Renee Barg Wink

Steve & Ruth Polka

November 10, 2007

Our sympathy goes out to Rays family. He was a wonderful man.

Katie Bruno

November 8, 2007

I'll remember Grandpa as the jolly but quiet type. He seemed happy with all the simple things life afforded him. Thank-you Grandpa for being such a positive influence, but most importantly thank-you for making me feel like a good cook!! ( :

Lisa & Joe

November 8, 2007

Grandpa was a wonderful man who will be missed always. I couldn't have wished for better Grandparents and hold all the memories close to my heart.
Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without Grandpa's punch!

tom mildren

November 8, 2007

Ray,
A man could not ask for a better Father-in-law. I will always appreciate the things you did for my family. Now you can look up Ralph and go fishing.
Tom

Diane Lyman

November 8, 2007

Ray was a good man who loved our mom (grandma), had a gentle way about him and a great sense of humor. Thanks for the memories and all the love. Roy, Diane, Becky

Roxanne

November 8, 2007

DAD

I'll miss you forever and ever......

I Love You, Dad

Roxanne

Grandpa dancing at Susan and Adam's wedding.

November 8, 2007

Andy and Rachel Boario

November 8, 2007

Grandpa,
We will always remember your contagious laugh and gentle smile. You were a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. Ella will miss Papa "her favorite guy", but Ava assured her you will be watching over all of us from above. Thank you for that one last Polka!
We love you,
Andy, Rachel, Ava, and Ella

Eric & Lisa Mabbott

November 8, 2007

We will miss Grandpa. Our memories of Grandpa and Grandma give us nothing but joy and happiness. We know Grandpa and Grandma are together smiling and laughing.

With Love, the Mabbotts

Olivia and Papa having fun!

November 8, 2007

Kitty Kozerski

November 8, 2007

Diane, Roy and Family,
I will so miss Ray at all of our Family parties. He was a truly gentleman. I know that all of the greatgrandchildren (Ava, Ella, Olivia, Lauren, Gabe and Evelyn)will truly miss their Papa. Know that he will be missed by all.

Roberta Nagel

November 7, 2007

We will miss Ray, we have many fond memories of him. Our sympathy to all. Love and Prayers, ElRoy and Roberta Nagel

Jake Lyman

November 7, 2007

Grandpa,

You've left us with fond memories. We will miss you!

All Our Love,

Jake & Shari

Katie Karow

November 7, 2007

DIANE, ROY AND YOUR FAMILIES
My deepest sympathy for your loss of Ray. He was a very special man who had such love for all children and dogs. I will remember him fondly as a kind and gentle soul.

Peg Mildren

November 7, 2007

Diane, Roy and Famlies,

Your dad was a wonderful person and I am grateful to have known him. My prayers are with you all and knowing he is with your mom should bring happiness to you all.

Beth Kilimann

November 7, 2007

To Diane, Roy and Family,
Ray will be missed at family christmas and the packer games he truly was a gentle man and had a wonderful heart. All our love Andy Beth and Timmy

November 7, 2007

To Grandpa,
Thanks for hard laughs, good conversation, and sweet memories. Hope you hit the jackpot.
Love,
Adam and Susan - Milwaukee

Papa's Little Girls, Christmas 2006

Ava, Ella, Olivia and Lauren

November 7, 2007

To Our Papa,
We love you and will miss you. We'll also miss the Milky Way Bars you always seemed to have in your pockets!

Diane Mildren

November 7, 2007

To a great man and wonderful father; thanks for all the fantastic memories! Keep dancing.
Love,
Your daughter Diane

Keith Kozerski

November 7, 2007

Ray's life is a lesson to us all. He lived as a kind, gentle example of a true man. I will always be greatful to the contributions that he and Delores made to our family even though we weren't biological family. Ray could always be counted on for a smile. Although I will be unable to make it to the service I pray God comforts you all especially Diane and Roy.

We're going to miss you Grandpa!! ( Great Grandpa celebrating his 80th Birthday with Great Grandson Gabe Bruno)

November 7, 2007

Marianne Sem Sem

November 7, 2007

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

KEVIN BRUNO - GRANDSON

November 7, 2007

GRANDPA WAS A GREAT MAN.

I'M THANKFUL FOR ALL HE DID FOR ME. I WILL GREATLY MISS HIM; HE ALWAYS HAD GREAT GAMBLING STORIES AND TOLD FUNNY JOKES. HIS HAND SHAKE WAS GENTLE MUCH LIKE HIM; A GENTLE SOUL.

I'LL MISS HIM.

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