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Raymond Louis Wingerter

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De La Salle High School Loyola University New Orleans

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Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home - Metairie

4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd.

Metairie, Louisiana

Raymond Wingerter Obituary

Raymond Louis Wingerter, husband, father and friend Insurance agent, died at East Jefferson Hospital on Wednesday, February 26, 2003. He was 57. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie for over 50 years. He graduated from De LaSalle High School and Loyola University. He was employed by Stone Insurance Agency and was President of Independent Insurance Agents of Greater New Orleans. He was an announcer for 20 years for all of Rummel High School's Football and Basketball games. A member of the Knights of Columbus and also provided over 18 years of service for the Jefferson Parish Recreational Department as a coach and mentor to thousands of youth. He was a Corporal in the U.S. Army Reserves, serving 5 years Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Wingerter; two sons: Troy Wingerter of Lafayette, LA and Scott Wingerter of Denver, CO; a daughter, Sandra Wingerter of Metairie and a brother of Donald Wingerter of Kenner, LA. Also survived by 2 grandchildren. The family of Mr. Raymond Louis Wingerter would like to invited friends, family and acquaintances to the celebration of Ray's life. We celebrate his influence on his beloved community and his twenty years of service to Archbishop Rummel High School and Jefferson Parish Recreation Department. His dedication to local civic organizations such as the Knights of Columbus, The Friends of Bill W., The Archbishop Rummel Athletic Association, The Independent Insurance Agents of GNO and St. Christopher's Catholic Church brought to him a great sence of peace and fulfillment. His ability to balance his devotion to these organizations while being the embodiment of Husband, Father and Grandfather was to behold. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m. at St. Christopher's Catholic Church, 3900 Derbigny, Metairie, LA, on Saturday, March 1, 2003. A Funeral Mass in his honor will follow at 12:00 p.m. Interment will be at Garden of Memories. At the request of Ray and his family, in lieu of flowers, a donation to: Rummel Athletic Association in the name of Raymond Louis Wingerter Scholarship Fund is requested. Rummel Athletic Association, The Raymond Louis Wingerter Scholarship Fund, 1901 Severn Ave., Metairie, LA. 70001. LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Feb. 28, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Wingerter

17 Entries

Jackie Oser

March 14, 2003

I haven't seen Ray in a long time but I will miss him. He was always such a nice man. I am so sorry I missed his service.

Diane and Bobby Howard

March 13, 2003

Dear Bonnie,Troy,Scott, and Sandy,

We were not suprised at the enormous outpouring of love, respect, and admiration shown at Ray's funeral. Ray touched so many of us in so many different ways. We will always remember him as part of our St. Christopher, Cleary, and Rummel family.

In sympathy,

Diane and Bobby

Howard

Earl Becker

March 3, 2003

Mrs Sandy and family,

I was saddened to hear of the loss of Mr. Ray. My mother told me about it and I know that he will be truly missed. I went to school with Troy and I know that it hurts to lose your husband and father. I know that he was greatly respected and I certainly looked up to him. To TROY, Be grateful that you had time to get to know your father the way a son should. I know that he is in heaven and will surely be missed by all. If there is anything that you need, please do not hesitate to call and I will be there to help.

My prayers will be with you and your family forever.

With respect,

Earl M. Becker

Cal & Sue Stein

March 3, 2003

Dear Bonnie, Sandy, Troy, & Scott,

The funeral service for Ray was dignified and loving, just like he was. Cal and I are having Masses said daily for Ray and for you the week of March 10-16. If you ever need us, we're only a phone call away. Love always!

Bob & Lou Hatfield

March 1, 2003

With deepest sympathy to the family of Ray Wingerter. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ray was an old friend and business associate and will be greatly missed.

Sincerely,

Al Ferry

March 1, 2003

Mr. Wingerter, when the Angel Raphael sounds his trumpet to summon all souls, I have every trust that you will be there to call the play-by-play.

God Bless You, Good Raider.

Al Ferry

Colleen Fabacher

February 28, 2003

Dear Sandy and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I was so very sad to read that your father had passed away. He touched the lives of many young people throughout his life...there's a little bit of your dad in each of them - what a blessing. And, from the gentle way you talked about your dad (and mom, family, etc)at the beginning of his illness, I knew your parents had raised a close and loving family...what a gift.

God bless all of you,

Colleen Fabacher

Dan Moriarty

February 28, 2003

Dear Bonnie and Family,

I've known Ray since we were in kindergarten together at Our Lady of Lourdes, and though I've seen him only a few times since we left De La Salle, the bonds formed so many years ago are still strong. I was saddened to learn of his passing. He will be remembered with great affection by all of us.

May you all know the peace and consolation of the Lord.

Pam Young

February 28, 2003

I truly express my sympathy to the family of the loss of such a special friend and collegue. My prayers are with you.

Stephanie Roussel

February 28, 2003

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will keep you'll in our prayers.

Stephanie Roussel & Jeremy Roussel

Genie Tillman

February 28, 2003

Bonnie and kids

I am Brad Tillman's mother and I now live in the Atlanta area. Brad called me last night and told me about Ray. I am so sorry for your loss. I can still remember Ray coaching Brad at Cleary. He had the patience of a saint. I saw Ray two years ago at my nephew's wedding and Ray seemed to be so happy with his life.

You can be very proud of him.

Take care and you all are in my prayers.

Genie Tillman

yvonne becker

February 28, 2003

Dear Bonnie and Children:

I am so sorry to learn about Ray's death. Rosie has been keeping me informed from time to time about his condition.

We all know how much Ray adored his family. He was such a special person, so respectful, and kind.

I shall keep all of you in my prayers.

If there is anything I can do for you, please do not hesitate to get in touch with me.

All you can do now is to just pray for strength, and patience to accept God's will.

Love,

Yvonne

Chuck Tortorich

February 28, 2003

To all Ray's family,

Very sorry to hear of Ray's passing.

Please feel comfort in knowing he is in a place now that we all hope to be one day...with the Good Lord.

I went to our Lady of Lourdes and De La Salle with Ray. The old gang of Lourdes had a reunion in June 2000, where most of us saw each other for the first time in about 30 years. Friends you grow up with are like family.

You are in my prayers and thoughts.

Regards,

Chuck Tortorich

GARY CATALANO

February 28, 2003

BONNIE RAY WAS A GREAT MAN HELP ME

UNDERSTAND BW.HE WILL BE IN MY HEART FOREVER.MAY HE R.I.P. LOOKING

OVER THE FILD OF DREAMS.

Stuart Masson

February 28, 2003

I remember Ray from De La Salle and from the times we played ball together. I haven't seen him in a couple of years, but I will miss him. We will be praying for Bonnie and the family.

Nora Belle Lynette

February 28, 2003

Your leaving causes great pain and sadness--you will be greatly missed. We love you, Ray!

Nora Belle & Bill

Courtney Sheffield

February 28, 2003

Sandy and Ms. Bonnie,

Just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I always remeber Mr. Ray as a loving father.( I always wished my father was more like him.) I just wanted to say you all are in my heart whether we talk everyday or not much at all. Mr. Ray will always be remebered, as well as you, as my family. Thank you for all the good times.

Courtney

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