A memorial service for Raeburn “Ray” Gale Lisher, 79, Lawrence, will be 11 am Thursday, September 10, 2015, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. Visitation will take place after the service.
He died Sunday, September 6, 2015, at Baldwin Healthcare and Rehab.
Ray was born April 9, 1936, in Haddam, KS the son of Lewis Jackson and Jessie Evelyn Press Lisher. He was in the first class to graduate from Lawrence High School in 1954.
He was employed at Morgan Mac Ford in Lawrence before enlisting in the Army in January of 1955. He served for two years in Germany assigned to the 2nd Armored Division. After he served he worked for Hallmark Cards for thirty six years. It was there where he met his future wife, Corrine “Jill” Gunnels. They worked eight months for Hallmark Cards in London England.
Ray and Jill were married March 27, 1959, in Lawrence, KS.
He enjoyed spending time with friends and family, Hunting, Camping and Bicycling, playing Pickleball, watching his Purple Martins. Ray loved doing yard work, going as far as to cut grass with scissors to make sure it looked just right. For many years Ray did trials riding on a motorcycle. Ray was also a long time member of the NRA and American Legion Post # 14 of Lawrence.
Surviving of the home is his wife, Jill of 56 Years; daughter Laurie, Meridan; son Craig and wife Gina, Lawrence; daughter in law Kim, Baldwin; sister in law, Becky Lisher, Lawrence; grandchildren, Kendra, Michael, Alex, Ryan, Jacob, Andrew, Thomas and Mikayla; two great grandsons, and several nieces and nephews
He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Aaron Lee; five brothers, Paul, Walt, Dwayne, Harold and Melvin; two sisters, Maxine and Virginia.
The family suggests memorial contributions made to the Salvation Army, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana St. Lawrence, KS 66044.
Aunt Corrine,
Just found out yesterday but wanted you to know how deeply sorry I am. I live and you and know how much this hurts. You are in my families thoughts and prayers.
Love Always,
Deana Fordyce
Angie, Jimmy and Tricia
Jill, keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. So glad to have you as friends over the years. Raeburn will be missed by all!
I’m so sorry for your loss, Jill. Please know that you’ll be in my thoughts & prayers. Love, Cindy
We are so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing.
Much love and prayers for the family being sent.
Craig,
So sorry to hear about your dad. He was quite the character and I loved visiting with him during Trials. Please let us know if you need anything.
Jill and family Sorry and surprised to hear of Ray’s passing.Glad I got to visit with him
a week or so ago. We drove many miles together for the car dealers. He was a special friend.
Laurie,
Sorry for your loss.
Lisa
Chris and I are very sorry to hear about your beloved husband Ray. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I’m so sorry for your loss; Ray was one of my favorite people to work with at Hallmark; he cared about his work and the people he worked with. Our prayers are with your family.
I worked with Ray for several years at Hallmark Cards. He always had a smile on his face and never had a bad thing to say about anyone. He will surely be missed. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Jill and family.
So very sad to hear of your loss. Ray was a warm,caring and welcoming man. We were blessed to have known him and will miss him.
So sorry for your loss.
Jill and family, We were so sad to hear of Ray’s passing. Our prayers are with you at this time. Ray will be missed.
aunt Corrine, there are no words that you haven’t already heard. just know that he touched many lives, and those should feel blessed, I know we do. you will do fine, you’re a strong woman. it won’t be easy, but it will get better. we’re a phone call away. we love you both
Ray was without a doubt my best friend. There was a special bond that went unsaid between us. Dorothy and I are sorry we will be unable to be with you Jill and your family at this time in your life. Thanks for your call and your friendship. We miss you both.
Jill and family,
Sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Kay
To Jill and everyone who knew and loved dear Raeburn — what a hole is left behind with the death of such a strong yet gentle man. I will always remember so much: that wry grin, knowing look, quick wrist flip, and mostly the adoration in his eye for his beloved Jill. Rest in peace, dear friend.
Jill and family, so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. He was such a nice neighbor. He will be missed. Much love , Adrian & Debbie.
Rae was such a gentle & kind person who touched many hearts; mine included. May the 56 years of memories bring you peace.
Jill and family,
Loved that man of yours. We feel blessed to have known him. Rae had a unique presence that will be missed by all who knew him.