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Raymond Olson Obituary

Olson Jr., Raymond age 70, of Northfield and formerly of Winnetka and Glencoe, beloved husband of Carol (nee Johnson), loving father of Scott, Keith (Wendy), Chris (Erin) and Jeff (Raquel), proud grandfather of Gage, Timothy, Aidan, Emma and Sarah, dear brother of Judith Uehling, Lynn Gilchrist and Elisabeth Geraghty, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd., at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie. Funeral service Tuesday, 3:30 p.m. at Church of the Holy Comforter, 222 Kenilworth Ave., Kenilworth. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to North Shore Country Day School, 310 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, Illinois 60093 or Palliative CareCenter & Hospice of the North Shore, 2821 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201. Service info., 847-675-1990.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 5, 2004.

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SAMUEL CUTRARA

March 29, 2019

It's hard to believe that it has been 15 years. A great attorney and an honorable man...one of the good guys.

Jeff & Amy Olson

April 15, 2004

Carol & Family:

Jeff and I were very sad to hear the news about Ray. He was a very nice man and very proud of his kids/grandkids. We exchagned pictures of our little ones! We were glad he got to attend our ceremony at our wedding.

Best regards, Amy & Jeff Olson

Formerly of Northbrook, now living in Tervuren, Belgium

Bea and John Sonderegger

April 7, 2004

We extend our sympathy. Ray was a fine man -- a key individual in maintaining the quality of life for residents of Lake Beulah. Our prayers are with you.

Steve Mullins

April 7, 2004

Carol, with great shock I heard of Ray's death, too late to attend either the Visitation or Funeral service. When Barry Pusch was alive, Ray and his firm represented me on a number of items and we became good friends. He was a great guy. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Steve

Sam & JoAnn Cutrara

April 7, 2004

I have known Ray as we have served a mutual client. He is one of the finest people I have ever known. It is with great sadness to hear of his passing. God bless and hold you, his family, as you bear this great burden. We are with you. We care. We will pray...

We send our hearts...Very warmest regards, Sam & JoAnn Cutrara, Cutrara & Co. CPA's and Consultants

Tom Cooper

April 6, 2004

Very saddened to hear the news, Ray was a true friend and a great competitor.

Madonna & Joe Bialek

April 5, 2004

I worked with Ray years ago. He was such a kind and gentle man. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our condolences and prayers to his family and friends.

Bobbie Croft

April 5, 2004

Dear Carol,I was shocked anc saddened by the announcement in church on Sun.about Ray's suddendeath.You both have been such good soldiers through this difficult timeand my heart goe out to you with your loss of dear husband.

I won't be able to attend the service but wanted you to know I was thinking of you.God give you peace.

Love,Bobbie

Judy Pusch

April 5, 2004

Dear Carol,

Hans, Kurt and I are so saddened to heard of Ray's death. He was a rock for us when Barry died and we could never have survived without his friendship, strength and guidance. Our prayers are with you and your boys.

Sally & Walt Bissell

April 4, 2004

Carol,

We are in Florida for the month of April -- we received the news of Ray's death yesterday and are so saddened for you and your family. We had heard before we left last Teusday that he was doing better, but I guess, there is no way to know with this disease. We send our love and prayers to you and your family -- he wil be greatly missed by all that knew and enjoyed him.

With Love,



Sally & Walt

Fred Prather

April 4, 2004

So very sorry to hear of Ray's loss in his battle against cancer, and the loss for the whole family. Fred H. Prather

Eric Theis

April 4, 2004

My best freind and a truly gentle man!

Cal Brown

April 4, 2004

Carol and family,

You are lucky to have had a fellow like Ray as husband and father for as long as you did. He was a good and gentle man. My sympathy goes out to you and his good friends, who have suffered this blow but not, I think, a loss. His influences and spirit survive. Most sincerely, Cal.

Jim Gilmore

April 4, 2004

The hole in my heart created by your death will forever be a reminder of the greatest friendship two men could ever experience. You have always been and will continue to be a very special part of my life.

Patty & Bud Hene

April 4, 2004

Saddened to hear the news, We all pray he is in a better place. Our love to the whole family. You, too are in our prayers . Fondly , Patty & Bud

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