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for Raymond Usher
Pam Mau
June 3, 2005
Margaret and Girls,
Just found out that Ray had died. Wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my prayers. God bless.
Curtis Horkey
June 2, 2005
Dear Maggie and Girls,
My condolences to you all as Ray was a very good friend of mine. We played many games of raquetball together and will never forget them. He was always a competitor and never gave up. There were always many dollars passed between us. He will be truly missed.
Sincerely,
Curtis Horkey
Dawn Neale
June 2, 2005
Maggie, Rachel and Sarah:
Paul and I are deeply saddened for the loss of your life long partner and father. There are not enough words to express our heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
Ray was certainly a man that loved to laugh and enjoy life. We had some good times out ridin' the bikes. We'll always remember Milwaukee & all the giggles we had on that trip!
You are in our prayers and daily thoughts. Dawn and Paul Neale
Karen and Bill Bredenbeck
June 2, 2005
Dear Maggie and Girls
We are very to hear about Ray. He sure was a character! We liked him because he was much like us, he pretty much told it like it was. You guys were significant in giving Bill his carpenter's experience by hiring him to finish your basement. We really enjoyed getting to know Ray and he will be missed. Let us know if you need help with anything.
Mel Tabor
June 2, 2005
Maggie and Girls,
Marsha and I are so sorry at the loss of Ray. We will never forget the mental picture we have of you two rolling up in our driveway on your Harleys after having driven from Colorado in the heat of Summer and gasping for cold water and a shower-what a fun visit. I think Blase Reardon said it best upon hearing of Ray's passing, that the Firestop and Insulation industry has lost an icon in the exterior curtainwall market-no one was more knowledgable than Ray. He was always so ready and willing to share experience and knowledge with others in the industry. He will be missed. God Bless.
Mel and Marsha Tabor
Anne Haack
June 2, 2005
Dear Maggie, Sarah & Rachel,
We were deeply saddened by the news of Ray's death. So many memories have come to mind these past few days. As others have written, he truly lived life to the fullest! I close my eyes & I can see him in that tiny little boat in Kentucky lighting fireworks like there was no tomorrow, and the excitement he exuberated at his outstanding display of patriotism! "It IS Great To Be An American" Ray! ~ Yes, he did enjoy life, and he saw to it that friends & family enjoyed life as well. Ray you will be missed! Maggie, Sarah & Rachel, you are a constant in our thoughts & prayers! Anne, Jason, Meaghan & Erin!
CC
June 2, 2005
Puddle Jumper,
Whad'ya say we drive down to Kentucky, hop on a houseboat in Dale Hollow, blast the Moody Blues "Nights in White Satin" on the stereo, and watch some fireworks being lit precariously close to the gas tank of a small row boat. Wait a minute, we did that. OK, how about we take a "business" trip to Green Bay, where the most important item on our agenda is getting a good parking spot to tailgate while the snow falls and the brats cook. Wait a minute, we did that too!
Maggie, Sarah, Rachel,
I have so many memories of Ray, and his smile and laugh have left a lasting impression in my heart.
Ray,
"Get your motor running, head out on the highway..."
CC
Pete Dittemore
June 1, 2005
I was so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He will surely be missed in an industry that needed more of his kind. Ray knew the "right" way to do things and wasn't afraid to share that knowlage with his peer's. Ray, I hope they have Harleys up there so when I get there (hopfully)we can take that ride we were talking about!
Dan + Ellen Lehnhoff
June 1, 2005
Our condolences to Velma Usher and her family; Ray's wife and children. Ray was a one of a kind. He was hard to like at times and so likeable at other times..I will remember "peanut butter sandwich's" as well - On a long motorcycle ride from San Luis Obispo (CA) to Palmdale, the only thing he wanted was a peanut butter sandwich with no jam. He partied hard and worked hard for what he had. Life is full of ups and downs and we are all a little better person for knowing Ray. May his spirit in the sky reflect down upon his friends and family.
Deborah Rogers
June 1, 2005
Deepest condolences from our family to Maggie, Rachel and Sarah. It's rare when you can say that the only memories you have of someone are all inspiring, full of laughter and a zest for life, but Ray was the kind of person that delivered those feelings in the physical world, and he will continue doing so in the hearts of all of those who were blessed to have known him. May Ray's legacy of embracing life to it's fullest live on in all of us. Thank you, Ray.
The Czura's
June 1, 2005
Dear Maggie, Sara & Rachel:
We're so sorry for your loss. Ray was a great husband, father, friend and neighbor who we loved dearly. We have so many fond memories of Ray. From boating adventures, to camping trips, to Christmas Eve Caroling, to Jason Lewis Rallies at the Capitol,...., and one of his favorite sayings:
"It's a great day to be an American!"
We'll miss him very much. Remember that you are family to us and we love you very much.
God Bless!
Mike, Joni, Kevin, Sam and Jill
Steve & Julie Austin
June 1, 2005
Our condolences to Ray's family. Ray was a true original character. His smile only got bigger with every backyard fireworks display. In 53 rip-roaring years, Ray seemed to absolutely grab life by the horns. He will be missed and remembered.
ginny cameron
June 1, 2005
Ray was a great man who loved life to the fullest. I will miss his great smile, his laugh and his friendship. His contributions to the insulation industry are endless. My deepest condolences to his family, who he loved so dearly. God Bless.
Ginger Phelps
June 1, 2005
I am so sorry about Ray's death. He was so young and had so much to look forward to. I send my love and prayers to all of you.
Love, first cousin Ginger (Spielman)Phelps
Katie and Tom McCarty
June 1, 2005
Dear Maggie and Sarah and Rachel,
A blanket of sadness touched our home on Monday when we learned of Ray's death. We are so sorry. We loved him too! We loved his laugh and his spirit. A few of Rachel's friends gathered last night at our house and remembered the peanut butter, potato chip and pickle sandwiches before bed, along with the 2 orange slices!
Blessings on all of you. Sincerely...Katie and Mac, Mollie, Patrick, Michael and Meg
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