Bill Fraser
How do you sum up 94 years of life? That’s a lot of birthday parties, holidays, troubles and joys. Each day is unique yet the same in our routines and we look back and look ahead and hopefully enjoy the now. When the end comes it is always too soon as the human spirit always bears hope. Ray was strong and determined, right to the end. He kept his mind sharp with crossword puzzles and baseball stats and handled his finances, kept the household running, and drove to stores and doctor visits. He was devoted to the grand-kids and great-grand-kids and always remembered their birthdays. His Irish showed in his ability to weave stories culled from his life’s path. He was frugal yet generous to a fault. He served his country selflessly and is among the last of America’s greatest generation. He was devoted completely to his wife of 69 years, Diddie, and that is something to be proud of, also. Three strong and beautiful daughters will continue his legacy, another source of pride. He was a father to me since mine passed away 38 years ago, and I am ever thankful for that. Rest in peace, the Lord’s blessings on you always.
Tuesday December 6, 2016 at 8:54 pm