Obituary of Raymond LICHON

Raymond John LichonLongtime ResidentRay Lichon, 75, peacefully passed away April 6, 2004 at his home with his family by his side. He was born to Karoline and John Lichon on September 25, 1928 in Chicago, IL.Ray served in the Merchant Marines from 1945 - 1947. Ray made Lake Havasu his home for 25 years, moving here from Illinois where he was a house painter for over 50 years.Ray is survived by his best friend and wife of 50 years, Pat; son John Lichon, daughter Patti Lichon Matt, her husband Mark and grandsons Steven and Daniel Matt and Gus the family dog.Ray will be remembered by all who knew him for his wonderful sense of humor and beautiful twinkling blue eyes. He was kind and loving to everyone he met. Ray enjoyed fishing, being a member of the Lighthouse club, trips to Laughlin and spending time with his family. He is preceded in by a son Thomas Robert Lichon, his parents Karoline and John Lichon, his sisters Jeanette (Lichon), Stella (Lichon) Warszawa and brother Harry Lichon. A memorial service will be held at Lietz-Fraze Chapel on Friday, April 8, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Steve Todd officiating.The family respectfully request donations to go toHospice of Havasu, P.O. Box 597, Lake Havasu City, AZ. 86405TO MY DEAREST FAMILY AND FRIENDS:Some things I'd like to say, but first of all to let you know that I arrived OK.I'm writing this from heaven where I dwell with God above where there's no more tears or sadness, there is eternal Love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when you feel that gentle breeze or wind upon you face, that's me giving you a big hug or just a soft embrace. And when it's time for you to go from that body to be free. Remember you're not going, you are coming here to me,And I will always Love you from that land way up above. I will be in touch again soon.P.S. God sends his Love.Arrangements were entrusted to Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home and Crematory