Raymond C. Vagedes, 88 of Erlanger, KY passed away June 3, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. Ray is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Betty Vagedes, dear children Michael (Gina) Vagedes, Douglas (Judy Howard) Vagedes, Theresa (Rob) Rodgers and Kathy (Bob) Graue, 7 grandchildren Heather, Candice, Zach, Nic, Joe, Liz (Joey) and Maggie, 6 great-grandchildren Holly, Savannah, Sierra, Josh, Carly and Leilani, brother Fred Vagedes and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents Carl and Bertha Vagedes and brothers Joe and Bob. Ray and his brother Fred owned and operated Antique Auto Shop in Elsmere, KY where they restored antique cars. He proudly served our country in the Navy, loved golf and playing cards and was a loving and devoted husband, father and friend. In lieu of flowers donations are requested to Mary Queen of Heaven Church or to St. Jude’s Children Hospital. of Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday, June 8, 2020 at 11am at Mary Queen of Heaven Church. Burial will be at Veterans Cemetery North, Williamstown, KY. Fares J. Radel Funeral Home handling arrangements.
Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday, June 8, 2020 at 11am at Mary Queen of Heaven Church. Burial will be at Veterans Cemetery North, Williamstown, KY.
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In lieu of flowers donations are requested to Mary Queen of Heaven Church or to St. Jude's Children Hospital.
Rosie Vagrdes Koehler says
June 4, 2020 at 12:41 amUncle Ray was everything said in his Obituary & more. He was sweet & mellow always smiling. He drove me to LaSalle Academy every morning & it was always a pleasant ride. My heart hurts for his whole family & since I’m in that family I hurt too. Rest in Peace my wonderful Uncle. I love you 💔
Ann Becker says
June 4, 2020 at 7:28 pmMike and Doug so sorry to hear about your dad my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Susan Dunn says
June 8, 2020 at 11:39 amTo an amazing husband, father, grandfather, brother, son and uncle. Rest In Peace Uncle Ray with all those who have gone before you. You are in their loving arms. You are so very missed.
Lori Shaffer says
June 5, 2020 at 4:24 pmTheresa I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He sounds like a wonderful man and I know you and your family are missing him greatly. I can only hope the grief and pain gets easier. You are in my thoughts.
ana delgado burleigh says
June 11, 2020 at 3:25 amI am so sorry for the lose of a man that touched many hearts and lives. I admired the love and dedication to his family… an honorable man,, dear Uncle Ray your romantic love for Aunt Bettie and your children, your love for the history of your town in Kentucky. I loved the tours of your Kentucky home…