Raymond Joseph Busch

Busch, Raymond J. Age 77, Returned home to God on Wed. June 8th. Beloved and devoted husband of 50 years to Carol (nee Zaharias). Loving and cherished father of Margaret Karpen, Kathryn (Joseph) Lenarchich and Raymond (Erica) Busch Jr. Adored grandfather of Erika Karpen, Lynnette Karpen, Kristine Lenarchich, David Lenarchich and Lilia Busch. Loving brother of LouAnn (Richard) Ruka. Special brother-in-law of Gerald Zaharias, Delores Bartnicki, Norbert Zaharias, Rita (Charlie) Ryan, Theresa Zaharias, Lorraine Zaharias, and Arlene Zaharias. Preceded in death by his parents Raymond G. Busch and Blanche (nee Zera). Also survived by many special nieces, nephews, other relatives and close friends. Ray proudly served his country in the U.S. Army while stationed in Europe. Ray retired from Allen Bradley as a tool and die maker after 37 years. Ray especially enjoyed fishing, golf, the companionship of friends at the Wilson Park Senior Center, but mostly the precious time he shared with his family. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa or a Parkinsons foundation (possibly www.parkinsonalliance.org) are appreciated. Visitation at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 9306 W. Beloit Rd., Saturday June 11, 2011 from 9:30-10:45AM. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM. Private interment. MAX A. SASS & SONS Funeral & Cremation Services Greenridge Directors 414-282-4050 www.maxsass.com