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Ray Wakeman Obituary
Msgt. Ray Gene WAKEMAN Ray G. Wakeman, born Feb. 8, 1932, passed away October 17, 2006 in Seattle, WA. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Sue and his children, Steve, Rae Jean, Ming, Michael & Amy, 11 grandchildren & 1 greatgrandchild. Ray had a distinguished 20 years of service in the US Air Force as a flight engineer. He saw combat action in the Korean & Vietnam wars before retiring in 1970. After leaving the USAF Ray worked for Amtrak until retirement in the late 90's. Funeral Service will be held at Tahoma National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. with a Celebration of Ray's Life to follow at the VFW in Skyway. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the VFW Post #9430 where Ray was a lifetime member.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Amy Wakeman
October 29, 2006
Thank you to the VFW Skyway Post 9430 for honoring my father's memory and to the Women's Auxiliary for the wonderful food and support. - Amy Wakeman-Swenson
You will always be in our hearts. Amy, Steve, & Rae Jean
October 29, 2006
with love forever. your family.
October 29, 2006
Rae Jean Wakeman
October 29, 2006
I Love You Daddy, I will miss you terribly. You will forever be in our hearts! My sons will carry your name proudly all of there lives!
Your daughter, Rae Jean Wakeman Grandsons, Evan Gene Wakeman, Brian Gene Wakeman,& Blake Eugene Blanchard.
Rick And Sandy Faller
October 29, 2006
While growing up I have many memories of my cousin Ray Gene. In fact because of him and his brother David I had always wanted to join the Air Force. Ended up in the Army. My wife and I send you our deepest sympathies.
Joyann Bergevin
October 28, 2006
Ray was my big brother. I thought him to be so handsome and brave. He will be missed. His funeral was wonderful. Amy did a wonderful job and it was great to see her family. I wish them well. Thanks to all who came and to the VFW for doing such a fine job.
Julie
October 27, 2006
I will miss my Uncle Ray who always gave me a big hug! I'm thinking of you Aunt Sue and my cousins, especially Amy. I love you.
ROGER OLSON
October 27, 2006
YOU WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER
FORGOTTEN BY ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS
AT THE VFW POST 9430 SKYWAY
Karen Wang
October 26, 2006
I had the honor of serving as Ray's physician for 9 years. Beneath that hard exterior is an honest, sincere, and caring man who was extremely proud of his family. I will miss him dearly.
Amy Wakeman
October 24, 2006
My father was an amazing man and I will miss him everyday. Thank you for being a wonderful father & grandfather.
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