Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Raymond J. Schlinder
Fremont, Wisconsin
Raymond J. Schlinder, age 88, of Fremont, died peacefully Thursday, April 19, 2012, at the Wisconsin Veteran's Home in King, Wisconsin. He was born December 10, 1923, in Granville, Illinois.
A World War II Marine of the 6th Division, he survived a mortal wound during the battle(s) for Sugar Loaf Hill in Okinawa, Japan, and lived on to revel in life, like no other. On April 17, 1948, Ray married Margaret "Muggs" Ackermann, and she preceded him in death on December 29, 2008. Ray's zest for life was infectious! He became a very successful businessman, a fisherman (par excellence), he loved to "slap-a-slipper", and he was always up for a game of cards; "Cribbage, Sheeps-Head, Gin, Poker, anyone?" His positive, robust spirit and his love of life will be missed by all that knew and loved him. Ray was a fantastic husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great friend.
Ray is survived by: son, R. Michael (Susan) Schlinder, grandchildren, Jennifer (Aaron) Anderson, Daniel Schlinder; son, Patrick (Victoria) Schlinder, grandchildren, Sarah (Joseph) Ruback, Meghan (Jeff) Cox, Jessica Schlinder, Andrew Schlinder, great-granddaughter, Caitlin June Cox; son, Thomas (Julie) Schlinder, grandchildren, Jonathon Schlinder, Katie Schlinder.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2012, at 12:00 p.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 210 Pleasant Dr. Winneconne, with Fr. Doug LeCaptain and Sr. Pam Biehl officiating. Military honors will follow the Mass. A Visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass.
A celebration of Ray's life will continue after the Mass and military honors at the Fin n Feather Restaurant, 22 W. Main St. Winneconne.
In lieu of flowers, Ray requested that you make a donation in his name to the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) or the Veterans organization of your choice: "They need it more than I need flowers." Ray.
"Rat River Ray is gone fishin..."
Mueller Funeral Home
904 E. Main St.
Winneconne, WI 54986
(920) 582-4242
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Bob and Eileen Knabe wrote on April 28, 2012
Sorry to hear of Rays passing he had a long and full life. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Ron and Anne Miller wrote on April 25, 2012
We were sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was a good friend, a great boss. Lots of memories come to mind, all great ones!!!!! So sorry we can't be there Saturday, family issues. Our love to you all.
Robert (Bobby) D. & Helen McDonald wrote on April 21, 2012
Ray was a wonderful man, a Marine, a military brother. He was a great human being larger than life. We will all miss him. Your sorrow can be felt by all. God Bless Ray and family. We will keep your memory alive,"SEMPeR FI" from your Army brother. Bobby and Helen McDonald, President, Museum of Military Memorabilia, Inc. Naples, Florida.
Dennis Stenzoski & Marianne Stenzoski wrote on April 21, 2012
Our deepest condolences to the entire Schlinder Family. Ray was always our favorite guy and the family getogethers will be missing a big part. Rest in piece Ray, you have served your family and your country proud.
Sharon & Art Schumacher wrote on April 21, 2012
We were so saddened to hear that Ray passed away. Our condolences to the entire Schlinder family. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him.