Raymond Anthony Bezdek

Every Weds for seven months, our day started at 8:30am and lasted through lunch time. Nothing can ever take away the chats that we shared while waiting impatiently for the dr who had obviously not looked at his schedule. Laughing at the many opinions you'd have... I wish we would have had more time, but treasure the time we did. You were deeply loved and go in peace knowing you brought together many different hearts joined by your love of life. You certainly made your mark in this world. Thank you for being who you were...

Granddaddy, you were a huge part of my life. I can't remember a day that went by when you weren't there. Through doctor visits and side effects of chemo and even before, we were the best of friends.... It won't be the same without you. I know that now you are not suffering but a part of me is selfish and wants you back. I will always have you on my mind and in my heart. I will always tell Deborah Ann how much you loved her and show her pictures and videos of when you played with her. It was the greatest thing to see the two of you together. I will miss you more than anyone will know.... And I will not give up no matter how hard it gets, I promise. I love you Granddaddy.

For our sweet Ray....It was indeed an honor to know you and to have been a part of your life. You were more like a father to me than my own. I admire your courage and strength. You always told me you loved me and had a welcoming hug and kiss. I considered it a privilege to sit with you and make you laugh. You are one of the people I am most thankful to God for putting in my life. My boys and I will miss you terribly. When I'd go to your house, my children would ask me...."are you going to your dad's house?" We pray the Lord's blessings and we'll see you again soon, Dad. I love you....

How time and years and life go by. I did not know Uncle Raymond was so ill--the last time that I saw him was when he and Raymond Jaska came by Mom's house after my brother, Tom, took his own life and Uncle Raymond had that same laugh and chuckle that I remember as a little fat kid going to Grandma Bezdek's. Life has a way of taking us far apart but memories of family bring us back. My sincere condolences Kathy

Grandaddy, It has been almost three years since you left us. There has not been a day that has gone by when I don't think of you. I miss you more than anyone knows. I wish you were here to tell me it will be ok, and to be able to hug you and keep you warm. You would be so proud of me I think. I have been raising a beautiful, respectful, intelligent little girl. I remember all the time what you told me. I have not given up, and I wont, but sometimes I want to so badly. I miss your kisses, smile and love. I miss seeing you and laughing with you and being able to have someone to talk to about everything. I hope you know that my love for you will never go away and I will never stop missing you. I love you grandaddy, and I know that you are here looking down on me and deborah and guiding me the best you can like you did when you were still with us. I am glad to have had you in my life and to have been lucky enough to have known you for the wonderful man that you were. My dad, my best friend.