Obituary: Raymond David Ranes M.D.

I was researching Dad's name today and came across the obituary posted in the Deseret News. It reminded me of the day I heard the news while on my mission. I still have not been able to go see his grave. I hope to take Raymond, Henry and Janae some day soon.

"In memory of our loving father Raymond David Ranes M.D. who always surprised us and lived an adventurous life. After a long battle with cancer he left the cares of this life behind August 13, 2002.

Raymond was born in Ashland, IL Jan 22, 1927 he was a twin and lost his dear brother, Richard at birth. He was the son of Raymond Shields Ranes and Esther Lois Brown. He was a gifted medical doctor and helped many people throughout his career. He graduated third in his medical class from Bowman Gray School of Medicine Class of 1956. He was a veteran who served in both the Navy and Air Force.

He was married twice and is survived by three sisters, eleven children, and nine grandchildren. He also left behind three loving sisters.

Our father taught us many things and we will dearly miss him. He had a great sense of humor and lived life to the fullest. He loved animals and the great outdoors. We are taking him home to Illinois to be buried next to his twin brother in Ashland, IL.

A family graveside service will be Sat. Aug 24, 2002. We are thankful he is at peace and all of his children love him and will miss him."

-See the original internet article here.