- Date Of Death: September 11, 2006
- State: Michigan
Raymond L. Wagner, 81, of New Buffalo, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 11, 2006, with his loving family and friends by his side.Raymond was born May 26, 1925 in Chicago to Henry and Lillian (Benson) Wagner. Ray graduated from New Buffalo High School in 1943 and enlisted in the United States Army. He served during WWII in the Philippines and was awarded the Bronze Star. While in the service, Ray was fortunate to meet General MacArthur.Ray was a plumbing and heating salesman for over fifty years.
After retirement, he enjoyed playing cards, horseshoes and going out for lunch; especially at Rodini’s. Ray was a member of the American Legion Post #169 in New Buffalo and also the VFW.Ray is survived by his children, Ray Wagner Jr. of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Randy Wagner of Victorville, California, Diane (Dan) Butts of New Buffalo, Dave (Jenny) Wagner of Pahrump, Nevada, Debra (Larry) Emmons of Martinsburg, West Virginia; sister Lillian Wagner; his life long friend Carol Hurlburt of New Buffalo, and grandchildren Rudi, Christopher, Brittany, Ray, Matt, Nick, Zachary and Heather. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, son Craig, and sister Marion.
