Raymond Berger, 68, of Grayslake, Illinois passed away on December 29, 2022, in Salem, IL.Born June 20, 1954, in Belleville, IL, he was the son of Raymond and Toleda Emma (Kraft) Berger and they preceded him in death.Simple cremation was chosen by the family. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.Raymond worked as a union electrician. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved his wife, his family, and his dogs, enjoyed jokes, and just being happy.He is survived by his wife Sheri Goodnick Berger of Grayslake, son Raymond and wife Tarah Berger of Salem, and grandchildren Nolan, Patrick, and Connor McDonagh and his sweet Elle Rae Jean Berger. Also several siblings. He was preceded in death by his son Kyle Thomas Berger in 2017.Memorials may be made to his family and will be accepted by the Sutherland – Rankin Funeral Home, P.O. Box 97, Salem, IL, 62881 (618) 548-1234, entrusted with the family’s care. Online condolence can be left at sutherlandfuneralhome.com
2023 01/01 – Raymond Berger
Bruce Kropp
Jan 1, 2022 | 6:26 PM
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