Raymond Miklich
December 19, 1927 - April 19, 2015
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Raymond J. Miklich, formally of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at his home in Avon, IN on April 19, 2015 at the age of 87. He was born on December 19, 1927 in Elkhart, IN to Joseph and Mary (Intahar) Miklich. He married Elizabeth A. (Checkley) Miklich on June 22, 1957 in Elkhart. Mr. Miklich served his country in the US Army during the Korean War. Always the proud American veteran, Mr. Miklich was usually one of the first to stand and remove his hat in respect of the US Flag or when any of the military service theme songs were being played. He was a long time member of the Knights of Columbus, Elk's and Moose Lodge in Elkhart. Mr. Miklich attended St. Vincent's Elementary School and Elkhart High School. He worked for many years for Moore's Cleaners. He retired from Jayco Recreational Vehicle Corporation at the age of 62 and later worked for Coachman Industries until relocating to the Indianapolis metropolitan area in 2004. He enjoyed playing golf, dancing, working in the yard, spending time with his family and friends and his most beloved wife of 58 years. Raymond was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Josephine Riley and Ann Visingardi and a granddaughter, Elaine Pishon. He is survived by his loving wife; two daughters, Marianne Benjamin of Indianapolis and Christine (Mark) Pishon of Zionsville; two sons, Joseph Miklich of Indianapolis and Steven Miklich of Bristol; three grandchildren, Sydney Miklich, Joshua Pishon and Lucas Pishon; brother in law, George Visingardi and two special loved ones, Kathleen Holmes and Michelle Laizure. Memorial visitation will be held on Monday, April 27 from 10 am - 12 pm with a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 pm in St. Susanna Catholic Church, 1210 E. Main St., Plainfield. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Franciscan St. Francis Hospice, 421 N. Emerson Ave., Greenwood, IN 46143 or Hendricks County Humane Society, 3033 E. Main St., Danville, IN 46122 or The American Lung Association, 115 W. Washington St., Suite 1180-South, Indianapolis, IN 46204.
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John and Melinda Steel
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We are deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. Our hearts go out to you during this trying time and may our prayers serve as comfort to you and your loved ones.
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Tom & Joan Johnson
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So sorry to read of Ray's passing. Have know Ray since back in the 1960's. Got to know him from Moores Cleaners. A little humor.. My wife worked close to him and he would get upset at times and he would let out a word then look at my wife and say- "Pardon my French" My wife would respond to him and say Ray I don't know French and I understood that. My wife (Joan) said he was one of the best bosses she ever had in her working days..
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Dave & Ginny Lacefield
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Betty, We are so very sorry to hear of Ray's passing....We often think of all the great times and memories we have with you two...may your memories and faith help you through this and prayers to you and your family....love you! Dave and Ginny Lacefield
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Denis Rader
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I am so sorry for the Miklich Family and your loss, I lost my Mom last year. I have found death to leave me with a feeling of helplessness. May I leave you this word of encouragement that has helped me. The Bible says at 1 Corinthians 15: 26 that God hates death, and shows it to be an enemy. He has "a yearning" to conquer that enemy, to undo death by means of the resurrection. He longs to bring back those who are in his memory and to see them live on earth again. -Job 14:14,15. My sincere condolences
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Jack Lawrence
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Our Condolences. Love your Commercial Structure and Speed Space Family.
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Georgana Navarro
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To my Aunt Betty and all my cousins, Peace be with you. I had hoped to see my uncle one last time, but God had other plans. I know we'll see each other again. I pray that your sorrow will soon give way to joy-filled memories and smiles (and maybe even a few giggles)of times past with your husband, father, grandfather...my Uncle Raymond. Love & prayers, Georgana