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Charles Ray Hanish
REYNOLDS, IN - Charles Ray Hanish, age 49, of Reynolds, IN, formerly long-time resident of Hebron, IN, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at his home in Reynolds.
Charles is survived by his mother: Dorothy Hanish (nee Hoagland); siblings: Sharon Furst Prentice, Roxanne (Mike) Furst Collins, Ron (Jill) Furst, John (Rhonda) Hanish, Beth Ann (Mario) Valtierra, Minnie (Kevin) Trump, and Melinda (Mark) Opachan; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Charles was preceded in death by his father: John Hanish and sister: Jenny Hanish.
Charles was a graduate of Hebron High School. He was currently employed at Monticello Healthcare as a Licensed Practical Nurse; prior to that he worked at Porter Wound Clinic, St. Anthony Hospice and Life Care Center of Valparaiso.
Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at GEISEN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 624 N. Main St., Hebron, IN 46341 from 2:00 PM until the time of the Celebration of Life Service at 5:00 PM with Pastor Cory Wielert officiating.
To view directions and sign Charles' online guestbook visit www.GeisenFuneralHome.com (219) 996-2821.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Hanish
Deborah Alderfer
October 16, 2020
Ray seems to of been a nice person. He will be missed by many people. I don't know Ray, I looked at his Facebook. Such a nice person.
Alison Vance
April 10, 2019
So sorry for your loss .Ray was such an amazing person and cared so much about others.He was a wonderful nurse and person.May God comfort his family and friends during this time of loss.
John Thomas
March 25, 2019
Ray had such an impact on my life and my children. He was a great guy who took on this world in his own unique way. I will miss him greatly. I am grateful for all the fun times and memories I have of him. RIP my friend.
Sandy York
March 24, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Julie Nasserjah
March 24, 2019
Gone to soon. Fly high. Prayers to your family and friends.
susan ramsey
March 23, 2019
Today with all my deepest sympathy for my cousins. The world has lost a wonderful loving caring kind hearted nurse who loved helping others. My deepest sympathy for my cousin Dottie your son loved you so very much and his siblings and little nieces and nephews I pray for you all at this time of heartache! Ray was such a kind hearted loving guy! God keep you strong many prayers go out to you all ! Until that great day we will all be together again! Ray will never be forgotten he is in our hearts forever and our thoughts AMEN!
susan Ramsey Morales
March 23, 2019
With deepest sympathy to all my cousins especially Dottie. My thoughts and prayers are with you today .Ray was such a kind loving person . Today the world has lost a beautiful nurse, kind hearted loving and caring man.The Lord took him home for reasons we do not understand. Ray loved his mother so much and his siblings and his little nieces and nephews so very much!He will always be in our thoughts and our hearts! He will be missed very much until that great day when we will all be together once again ! AMEN! Many prayers for you all in this time of sorrow . I Love you all GOD BLESS YOU!
Tansy Woodson
March 23, 2019
I remember when you were little. You were always so sweet Godspeed Ray
Mary Dugan-Marx
March 23, 2019
Oh Ray... I love you my friend. Thank you for being there when I really needed a friend. I will never forget all the fun we had and how you were so loving and patient with my kids. My only peace at your passing is that you will be with Jenny and your Dad. I know you are dancing.
Darlene Mchugh
March 22, 2019
Ray,You are loved so much and you will be missed desperately. Aunt Darlene
Katie Middelkamp
March 22, 2019
You were one of my truest friends! I will always remember our friendship. You will always be in my heart Ray Ray! May you be forever dancing.
Jennifer Peters
March 21, 2019
Oh Ray, some of the memories we had from back in the day. Many many good times with you my ol friend. May you rest in peace my friend. Prayers for your family to find peace.
Terry Postma
March 21, 2019
Please accept my deepest condolences.
I am sorry for your loss- I am speechless.
I have fond fun memories of working with Ray at the Porter Wound Clinic.
Dan and Lynne Regan
March 21, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and love for you Dottie and your families.
James Hoagland
March 21, 2019
RIP Cuz. You will be greatly missed. Love you. Give a shout out to all the family when you get to heaven.
Lisa Pinkowski
March 21, 2019
Hugs & deepest condolences to you all.
Dawn & Minas
March 21, 2019
Although Ray has departed from this earth, he will live forever in our hearts and minds. May his memory be eternal and his soul rest in peace. With our love and heartfelt condolences.
Cheree
March 21, 2019
It's all so unreal. We will forever miss you Uncle Ray.
Tammy Schwanke
March 21, 2019
My deepest sympathy and condolences go out to the family of Ray, such a kindhearted person, you got your wings Ray fly high, Rest In Peace!
Heather Calvin
March 21, 2019
I am heartbroken over Ray's passing. I am eternally grateful however for all the memories I have with him. I spent time looking though photos I have of him and each one brought a smile to my face. Ray had that kind of effect, to make people he was with smile. My heart and sympathies go out to his family left here to grieve his loss, especially "saint" Dottie . RIP Mr. Hanish
Teresa Mullins
March 21, 2019
Cant believe your gone life is so short you will be missed awesome nurse fly high
Sharon Bishop
March 21, 2019
I am so sry for your loss Dot...may God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Cyndi Hackworth
March 21, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kelley Sandusky
March 20, 2019
My deepest sympathy for you and your family. I am so sorry.
Wendy Donnelly
March 20, 2019
I didn't know Ray personally, but I knew his mom, Dottie and his sister, Roxi very well. May you rest in peace and that you are now watching over all your loved ones left behind as one of their guardian angels. Prayers of comfort for the entire family at the loss of your beloved.
Erika Moureau
March 20, 2019
I didn't know Ray, but his Mother, Dottie, and his sister, Roxie are friends of mine. My heart goes out to the whole family.
Rose Prentice
March 20, 2019
My heart goes out to Ray's family. Hold all your memories close, I know that helps. Rip Ray, give Jenny a big hug from me. Love and prayers to all.
Susan Parmely
March 20, 2019
Ray it was a pleasure to work with you and get to know you. I wanted you on my team. Even after we both left the crazy IVH I wanted you to come work with me. RIP my friend
Connie Tatum Pallok
March 20, 2019
Fred and I send our deepest condolences. I was not personally close to Ray but I know he was a wonderful and kind man and will be missed deeply. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Barbara an Mike Riddle
March 20, 2019
Thoughts and prayers to the family, he will be missed by all he touched
Monica Hanaway
March 20, 2019
See you again someday, my life long friend ^i^
Prayers to all the family!
Charles and Carrie Wagnor
March 20, 2019
Ray my you Rest In Peace,you will be missed by many. Love and prayers
Donna Stekli
March 20, 2019
I didn't know Charles but know his sister Roxie and his mom. I am so sad for your loss. Sincerest condolences to the family. Hugs.
Wanda McAlvey
March 20, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
March 20, 2019
So sorry for your loss love you❣❣❣
Dan and Lynne Regan
March 20, 2019
Were so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and love for All the Family.
Roxie
March 20, 2019
I love you little brother, may you now Rest In Sweet Peace. Dance like a fool with our Sweet Goofy Jenny & keep em sll on their toes. You two are forever loved & DEEPLY missed..
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