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Robert Raymond, Naperville lumber seller
Article from:Chicago Sun-Times Article date:November 23, 2004Author:Dan Rozek More results for:robert raymond naperville
Robert Raymond helped fuel Naperville's growth from small town to booming suburb by selling the wood that helped build many of the homes that began springing up there in the 1950s and 1960s.
But Mr. Raymond also did his part to help preserve open land in the region, serving on the DuPage County Board for 28 years during a time when thousands of acres were set aside as forest preserves.
Mr. Raymond, who for years owned Raymond Lumber Co., died Saturday at Edward Hospital in Naperville. He was 91.
"He was a wonderful helper to a lot of people building their houses," recalled Naperville Mayor George Pradel, who knew Mr. Raymond for years. "He lent credit to people if they needed it. He helped people get started."
Born in 1913, Mr. Raymond grew up in Chicago, graduating from Leo High School. He later graduated from St. Ambrose College in Davenport, Iowa.
He moved to Naperville in 1941. After originally working as a sales representative, he started his own lumber yard.
Mr. Raymond was active with civic organizations including the Naperville Rotary Club and the Naperville United Way, which he helped start in 1951. An avid horseman, he also was a charter member of a riding group, the Naperville Saddle Club. For years, the group was a fixture -- riding at the end -- of local parades, Pradel said.
"He was a real nice person, gentle and kind," Pradel remembered. "He's an icon."
In 1997, a local street was named Raymond Drive to recognize his long-running efforts that helped ensure local streets were kept in good repair.
Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Mae; three daughters, Dolores Marusha, Marilynn Vannucci and Barbara Jansz; two sons, James and Robert Jr.; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. today at Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home in Naperville. Funeral mass is noon Wednesday at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Naperville. Burial will follow at Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
8th annual literacy run in memory of Jeanine
8th annual literacy run in memory of Jeanine.(News)
Article from:Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) Article date:May 14, 2009More results for:jeanine nicarico Literacy
Byline: Christy Gutowski cgutowski@dailyherald.com
The brown-eyed, dimpled girl died tragically 26 years ago, but a memorial fund her family created to help future generations read and write still flourishes.
The 8th annual Jeanine Nicarico Run/Walk for Reading is planned Sunday in Naperville.
Her parents, Tom and Pat, and their daughters, Chris and Kathy, set up the literacy fund more than a decade ago in honor of the 10-year-old girl who was murdered Feb. 25, 1983.
To date, it has doled out more than $100,000 in grants to public and private schools in Naperville Unit District 203 and Indian Prairie Unit District 204 to help students, similar to Jeanine, overcome literacy challenges.
"They are such a great example of people who have taken a challenge in life and turned it into something that helps other people," said Mary Bazan, race director.
"They are consistent in their commitment to the fund, which is a year-round undertaking."
Participants in the 5K Run for Reading will step off at 7:30 a.m. Sunday at River Woods Elementary School, 2607 River Woods Drive, Naperville. The 3.1-mile course is USA Track and Field certified and winds through the River Woods, Farmington and Walnut Ridge neighborhoods.
This yearAEs event is especially poignant, as participants will observe a moment of silence and don memorial stickers for Laura Peterson, River Woods principal, who died Sunday at age 60 after battling cancer.
The race typically draws about 425 walkers and runners of all ages from across the suburbs. Dozens of local businesses and volunteers donate their time, money, wares and services to make the event a continued success, raising about $20,000 annually.
"The grants awarded give students of all ages, in the area, an opportunity to be provided with enriched experiences of reading and writing to inspire them to continue to be lifelong learners," said Chris Roy, one of JeanineAEs sisters. "It also allows a little of Jeanine to spread throughout our future generations to continue to live on with us."
Participants may sign up one hour before the Sunday event or 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the school, or visit nicaricoliteracyfund.org. Cost is $25.
Article from:Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) Article date:May 14, 2009More results for:jeanine nicarico Literacy
Byline: Christy Gutowski cgutowski@dailyherald.com
The brown-eyed, dimpled girl died tragically 26 years ago, but a memorial fund her family created to help future generations read and write still flourishes.
The 8th annual Jeanine Nicarico Run/Walk for Reading is planned Sunday in Naperville.
Her parents, Tom and Pat, and their daughters, Chris and Kathy, set up the literacy fund more than a decade ago in honor of the 10-year-old girl who was murdered Feb. 25, 1983.
To date, it has doled out more than $100,000 in grants to public and private schools in Naperville Unit District 203 and Indian Prairie Unit District 204 to help students, similar to Jeanine, overcome literacy challenges.
"They are such a great example of people who have taken a challenge in life and turned it into something that helps other people," said Mary Bazan, race director.
"They are consistent in their commitment to the fund, which is a year-round undertaking."
Participants in the 5K Run for Reading will step off at 7:30 a.m. Sunday at River Woods Elementary School, 2607 River Woods Drive, Naperville. The 3.1-mile course is USA Track and Field certified and winds through the River Woods, Farmington and Walnut Ridge neighborhoods.
This yearAEs event is especially poignant, as participants will observe a moment of silence and don memorial stickers for Laura Peterson, River Woods principal, who died Sunday at age 60 after battling cancer.
The race typically draws about 425 walkers and runners of all ages from across the suburbs. Dozens of local businesses and volunteers donate their time, money, wares and services to make the event a continued success, raising about $20,000 annually.
"The grants awarded give students of all ages, in the area, an opportunity to be provided with enriched experiences of reading and writing to inspire them to continue to be lifelong learners," said Chris Roy, one of JeanineAEs sisters. "It also allows a little of Jeanine to spread throughout our future generations to continue to live on with us."
Participants may sign up one hour before the Sunday event or 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the school, or visit nicaricoliteracyfund.org. Cost is $25.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Mae Roche Raymond 1915-2009
Obituary : Mae Roche Raymond
Mae Roche Raymond, wife of the late Robert J. Raymond of Naperville, IL, died at home surrounded by her family on Monday, February 23, 2009.
She was born in Davenport, IA on May 11, 1915 to John and Edith Anderson Roche. Her family liked to jokingly refer to her as the "Iowa Corn Queen", a title she won in a contest sponsored by local Iowa merchants. Her prizes included a traveling wardrobe and a trip to New York City. She met her dear Bob on a blind date set-up by her sister Margaret. Mae was a senior in high school and Bob was a freshman at St. Ambrose College. After their marriage in 1938 they met their soon-to-be lifelong friends Lorayne & Phil Flynn.
The Raymonds moved to Naperville in 1943 when they purchased the former Schwartz Lumber Co. They built their family home on Hobson Road in 1947 on land that they acquired from Walter Fredenhagen. The Flynns soon joined the Raymonds in Naperville and constructed their house next door on another part of the Fredenhagens' property. Mae devoted her life to her husband and her five children and thus became an 'accidental' horsewoman. She was a charter member of The Naperville Saddle Club and supported her family at horse shows and trail rides where she often served as lead rope holder, trailer-loading assistant or camp chef/nurse. Mae & Bob retired to their patio home at Tabor Hills in 1998 and Mae was able to enjoy her final years at home due to the loving care she received from her faithful care-giver, Merideth Villarin.
Mae is survived by her five children, Dolores (Michael) Marusha of Fripp Island, SC, Marilynn (Joseph) Vannucci of Bethel, CT, Barbara (Thomas) Jansz of Elizabeth, IL, James of Naperville and Robert of Columbus, MS. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren, Nancy Creel, Susan Bentlage, Mary Pat Martin, Kathleen Vannucci, Maureen Vannucci, James Raymond, Jr; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Margaret Powers; and her brother, John Roche.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the SS. Peter & Paul School Development Fund.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 28 at 11:00 AM at SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 36 N. Ellsworth St., Naperville, IL with interment at SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Naperville, IL. Visitation Saturday, February 28 from 10:00 11:00 AM at SS. Peter & Paul Church. Arrangements were handled by: Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home
44 S. Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540
Mae Roche Raymond, wife of the late Robert J. Raymond of Naperville, IL, died at home surrounded by her family on Monday, February 23, 2009.
She was born in Davenport, IA on May 11, 1915 to John and Edith Anderson Roche. Her family liked to jokingly refer to her as the "Iowa Corn Queen", a title she won in a contest sponsored by local Iowa merchants. Her prizes included a traveling wardrobe and a trip to New York City. She met her dear Bob on a blind date set-up by her sister Margaret. Mae was a senior in high school and Bob was a freshman at St. Ambrose College. After their marriage in 1938 they met their soon-to-be lifelong friends Lorayne & Phil Flynn.
The Raymonds moved to Naperville in 1943 when they purchased the former Schwartz Lumber Co. They built their family home on Hobson Road in 1947 on land that they acquired from Walter Fredenhagen. The Flynns soon joined the Raymonds in Naperville and constructed their house next door on another part of the Fredenhagens' property. Mae devoted her life to her husband and her five children and thus became an 'accidental' horsewoman. She was a charter member of The Naperville Saddle Club and supported her family at horse shows and trail rides where she often served as lead rope holder, trailer-loading assistant or camp chef/nurse. Mae & Bob retired to their patio home at Tabor Hills in 1998 and Mae was able to enjoy her final years at home due to the loving care she received from her faithful care-giver, Merideth Villarin.
Mae is survived by her five children, Dolores (Michael) Marusha of Fripp Island, SC, Marilynn (Joseph) Vannucci of Bethel, CT, Barbara (Thomas) Jansz of Elizabeth, IL, James of Naperville and Robert of Columbus, MS. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren, Nancy Creel, Susan Bentlage, Mary Pat Martin, Kathleen Vannucci, Maureen Vannucci, James Raymond, Jr; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Margaret Powers; and her brother, John Roche.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the SS. Peter & Paul School Development Fund.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 28 at 11:00 AM at SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 36 N. Ellsworth St., Naperville, IL with interment at SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Naperville, IL. Visitation Saturday, February 28 from 10:00 11:00 AM at SS. Peter & Paul Church. Arrangements were handled by: Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home
44 S. Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540
Friday, February 13, 2009
Naperville jacees Mardi Gras Fundraiser for Nicarico Literacy Fund
Mardi Gras 2009 fundraiser set
On Feb. 13, the Naperville Jaycees will host their annual Mardi Gras fundraiser. This event takes place from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Northern Illinois University - Naperville campus, 1120 E. Diehl Road.
The fun-filled evening features live entertainment, Cajun food, cocktails and a silent auction benefiting the Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fund for Literacy.
Tickets for this event are $60. An order form and more information are available at www.naperjaycees.org.
On Feb. 13, the Naperville Jaycees will host their annual Mardi Gras fundraiser. This event takes place from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Northern Illinois University - Naperville campus, 1120 E. Diehl Road.
The fun-filled evening features live entertainment, Cajun food, cocktails and a silent auction benefiting the Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fund for Literacy.
Tickets for this event are $60. An order form and more information are available at www.naperjaycees.org.
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