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Richard Graybar Obituary

Graybar, Richard J. Died Monday, Aug. 24, 2009, at the age of 86. Beloved husband of 62 years to Esther (nee Gozdowiak). Loving father of Robin (Jack) Gray, Leslie (Al Surink) Holloway, Craig (Helen), Steven (Gretchen), and Phillip (Linda) Graybar. Dear grandfather of 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Cherished brother of Marlene. Brother-in-law of Darlene, Gerry, Marilyn, Alice, and Bernadette. Dear friend of John and Blanche Hogan, Joe and Mary Saskowski, and Dorothy Wypp. Preceded in death by 5 siblings and parents, Walter and Sophie. Further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Richard was a charter member and past president of the St. Francis Lions Club. He was also a member of Grant Park Men's Golf Club for over 50 years, a member of the City of St. Francis Planning Commission, and Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish. He was involved in Boy Scouts, Junior Achievement, and other civic activities. Retiree of Robt. A. Johnston/Masterson Co. after 43 years of service. He was an accomplished golfer with two holes-in-one to his credit. Mass of Christian Burial, Thursday, Aug. 27, 11AM at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 3635 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., St. Francis. Visitation at church from 9AM until the time of Mass. Interment Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery. Memorials to American Lung Association of Wisconsin or to Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish are appreciated. Please leave online condolences at www.mem.com. SCHRAMKA-REMBOWSKI Serving the Family St. Francis (414) 744 - 4447

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Aug. 26 to Aug. 27, 2009.

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darcy gilane

September 9, 2009

Steve,
I just got around to reading the paper, and saw the notice about your Dad. I wish to extend my condolences to you and your family.
If you are any indication as to what your father was like, I'm sure he was a wonderful man. May fond memories of him live on in you and comfort you at this time.
Darcy (your old pal from UWM)

Kristin Gettelman

August 28, 2009

Dear Craig & Helen,

We will be thinking of you in this difficult time, you will be in our prayers.

With Love-Brian, Kristin, Alexis & Drake Gettelman

Nancy & Mark Bowman

August 27, 2009

Dear Craig & Helen,

May you & your family feel God's comfort in this difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy,

Lorna Loughran

August 27, 2009

Esther,
Sorry to hear about your husband
you are in my thoughts and prayers

Lorna
Xray at Milwaukee Ortho

Joan Gray

August 26, 2009

To The Graybar Family - I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I know he will be greatly missed.

Pat & Todd Luebke

August 26, 2009

I came across this poem today, hope it gives you some comfort.

Safely Home
I am home in Heaven, dear ones
Oh, so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light.
All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed:
I am now at peace forever,
Safely home in Heaven at last.
Did you wonder how I so calmly Trod the valley of shade?
Oh! But Jesus' love illumined every dark and fearful glade.
And he came himself to meet me in that way so hard to tread.
And with Jesus' arm to lean on, could have no doubt or dread.
Then you must not grieve so sorely, For I love you dearly still:
Try to look beyond earth's shadows, Pray to trust our Father's will.
There is work still waiting for you. So you must not idly stand:
Do it now, while life remaineth -
You shall rest in Jesus' land
when that work is all completed.
He will gently call you home:
Oh, the rapture of that meeting,
Oh, the joy to see you come!
Unknown Author

Loyola Kaplan

August 26, 2009

I am so sorry for your lose may your memories make things a little easier My husband Yale worked with Dick for many years at RA Johnston/Masterson Company

George/Kathy Guyer

August 26, 2009

Mrs. Graybar and family, We offer our condolences to all of you. We have known the family for many years. My Wife Kathy was taught nursing by Esther, and I work for Richard for many years at the Johnston/Masterson company in purchasing. Dick was the person who made me take up golf, for which I will be eternally grateful. We both will miss Richard. George & Kathy Guyer, Mesa, AZ

August 26, 2009

Dear Esther,
I am so sorry for your loss. Richard (Dick) was an enjoyable and kind man.

Cynthia (Zalewski) Guy

Christine Monreal

August 26, 2009

Craig and Helen,

You have become dear to us from our backyard outings with Ray and Beth. We are so sorry for your loss and will add you and your family to our prayers. Our deepest sympathy.

Chris and Joe Monreal

Ray and Beth Monrial

August 26, 2009

Dear Craig and Helen,

As you know,our prayers are with you. May you and your family find peace within your hearts knowing your dad is definitely in a better place than those of us here on earth! He will always be alive in the memories of many individuals throughout years to come!

Fondly,
Ray and Beth Monrial

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