Raymond Charles Druger, Sr.
December 20, 1942 ~ January 6, 2011
Raymond Charles Druger, Sr., 68, of Marion, died Thursday, January 6, 2011, at ManorCare Health Services, Cedar Rapids. Memorial Services: 1:30 p.m. on Monday, January 10, 2011, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Marion. Survivors include his wife, Cathryn; sons, Larry (Melinda) Laughthridge, Raymond 'Chuck' (Maggie) Druger Jr., James (Jeannette) Leslie, and Nic (Tammy) Schoelerman; daughters, Suzanne (Bruce) Pike and Carolyn (Matt) Hanson; brother, CJ 'Bud' (Jeannette) Druger; sister, Marilyn Dudley; 12 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren. Ray was born December 20, 1942, in Mt. Vernon, Iowa, the son of Cornelius and Bertha (Vanderlinde) Druger. He married Cathryn Luethye on February 14, 1997. Ray was a cab driver and dispatcher for Yellow Cab and Century Cab. He enjoyed golf, bowling, and playing penny slots. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorials may be directed to the family.
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Ray was a good friend in high school. Sorry to hear of his passing.
So sorry about the loss of a great friend. Ray was always the same guy when ever you talked with him. Always ready to pitch in and help with any problems. a good card player also. Both of us will miss his smile and his great gift of talk.
suzanne and family,
with deepest sympathy.
thinking about you.
from: Kariann and Jim Plowman
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My sincere regrets and sympathy. Ray and I were school classmates and enjoyed many good times in Boy Scouts. My wife and I are wintering in Texas and regret not being able to attend the service. Jim Ford
Suzanne, Carolyn, Chuck, and Kathy, I extend my sincerest sympathy. I regret I can not come home and be with you at this time.
Suzzanne My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you grieve for your father.
Kathy and Nic,
We were so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. What a wonderful person he was. We have always loved Ray. He was a wonderful friend. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.
Love, Brian and Melissa
So sorry to hear about Grandpa Ray! Dad called me to let me know but he told me the wrong date for the funeral. I will be unable to attend but I want you all to know that Angel and I are thinking of you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Rays family.
Chuck, Suzanne and Carolyn,
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father. please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Aunt Jean and Uncle Tim
Deb has fond memories of the time spent babysitting Ray’s children.She loved his down home outlook on life.
You will be missed alot by everyone especially our children!! Love U Always Ray
Cathy and family, my sincerest condolances on your loss, I know all of you will miss Ray graatly.
Ray and Family,
I am sorry for your loss of a Ray Sr. It is never easy even when it is somewhat expected. The time and place is not determined by us. Take comfort in knowing that he is resting and no longer suffering or wanting for anything. We are here for you if you need us for anything. May God take care of you and help you thru this time. Gary
Sorry about your loss,
thinking of you
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone on this sad day. Sorry we could not make it today. If there is anything I can do please let me know.
Grandpa we will always love you and Ray you were the nest father in law I could have asked for. Tell my grandpa Hi while you are up there.
ray, tomorrow is your birthday…..This has been a very hard day on all of us…..we love you.