Racine- Raymond R. Jorgensen, 69, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, September 12, 2008 following a courageous battle with cancer. A lifetime resident, Ray was born in Racine on October 15, 1938 to the late Raymond and Madeline (nee: Sovich) Jorgensen. He attended William Horlick High School. Ray was employed for over 42 years as a millwright specialist at Jacobsen Mfg., retiring in 2000. On August 31, 1960 in Waukegan, IL, Ray was united in marriage with the love of his life, Patricia Boyd. Following retirement, Ray was a tireless volunteer for “Toys for Tots” helping to enhance the lives of countless children throughout our community. Among his interests, Ray enjoyed deer hunting, vacationing with Pat in Mexico, playing cards and Trivial Pursuit. Above all, Ray loved and cherished being in the surroundings of his entire family. Surviving are his loving wife of over 48 years, Patricia Jorgensen; their children, Terry L. (Richard) Kropp, Wendy A. (David) Ritacco, Patty E. Jorgensen and Gregory R. (Serena) Jorgensen; grandchildren, Adam and Eric Kropp; Casey E. Madden; Tony, Raymond and Vinny Ritacco; sister, Betty (Don) Kannenberg; brother, Bill (Debra) Jorgensen; lifelong friends, John and Carol Usa; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, including his extended family at “The Boiler Room”. In addition to his parents, Ray was preceded in death by Patricia’s parents, Lucreta and Basil Boyd; his grandparents; sister-in-law, Diane Boyd; brothers-in-law, Gilbert Marweg and Myron Manders; and nephew, Jeffery Manders. Funeral services are scheduled to be held in the funeral home on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Tuesday from 10:30 am – 12:00 noon. In accordance with Ray’s wishes, cremation will follow the services. In memory of Ray, memorials to the CAP Fund (for abused children) has been suggested. A special note of thanks to Dr. Michael P. Mullane and to Hospice Alliance for the compassionate care and support that was so warmly extended during Ray’s time of need; and to all of our wonderful friends for being their for us with your many acts of kindness. God bless all of you!
Joel Rheinschmidt says
Greg and Family,
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers our with you.
The Rheinschmidt’s
BARBARA WALTERMAN says
I was so sorry to hear about
Ray’s passing. I will be unable
to attend the funeral service but
my prayers are with the family.
Pat Birchell Sielaff says
Pat, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. So often we have run into each other and stopped to chat. The last I saw you was at Washington Manor where my mom was. If I remember correctly Ray’s mom was there. How quickly life changes. Anyone would have been blind to not have seen the love and respect the two of you had for each other. Cherish your memories they will help you get through this very difficult time. God Bless.
Pat Birchell (Sielaff)
Co-worker High Ridge