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Raymond Mitchell Obituary

Mitchell, Raymond C. age 71, US Marine Corps Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Helen (nee Ruf), loving father of William (Robin), Therese (Robert) Schweisthal and Eileen Benson, dear grandfather of William, Samantha, Raymond, John and Adam, fond brother of Charles (Carolyn) Conckus and Madonna (the late George) Hollendoner, also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday, 9:00 a.m. Prayers to begin at the Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue (two miles west of 79th and Harlem), Justice, IL to Saint Daniel the Prophet Church, 5330 S. Nashville Avenue, Chicago, IL for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. Visitation Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For info: 708-496-0200 or www.damarkaminskifuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 12, 2011.

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Susan Sandecki

January 13, 2011

Terri, Eileen and Bill
This has been a most dificult time for You and your families. Please find comfort in the prayers offered up for your Father..he was very fortunate to have a loving family. God bless

Tony & Mary Kay Valenti

January 13, 2011

We worked with Ray for many years in Marquette Baseball. He was a tireless Coach, Officer, Organizer and Supporter to our League. I think of all the boys that he mentored over the years, and can only say that their lives were better for it. Our condolences to his family.

Jenny Witiarz

January 13, 2011

Terri, Eileen and Bill
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love you guy's
Jenny & Sarah.

January 12, 2011

May God Bless all Ray's Family, Friends during this difficult time.

January 12, 2011

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.
Billy, Terri, Eileen, and extended Mithcell family; My deepest condolences on the loss of your father, I know he will be missed.
Love Nor

Diane Johnson (LaSalle Bank)

January 12, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jackie LeSanche

January 12, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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