Walter “Wally” Wilson Bray
Memorial services will be 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. John K. Stake will officiate. Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. until the time of service on Thursday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Life gathering will also be held at the Lake in the Hills Community Center on Saturday, September 9th, 2017, from 12 Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Wally was born April 9, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, to Walter and Mary L. (Bell) Bray. He grew up Chicago, IL. Wally married Jean L. (Schroeder) Schofield, this marriage was blessed with 3 children before ending in divorce.
He married Dianne Lorine Reeger on November 10, 1979 in Woodstock, IL.
Wally loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing and watching the wildlife from his deck. He was a handyman and a craftsman. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Wally was very involved in the Lake in the Hills Community. He was a baseball coach, a village trustee, a police officer, member of the POA, and other village organizations. He moved from Lake in the Hills to open a motel in Adams County. Wally always had a special love of Wisconsin.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed in Wally’s memory to his family.
Walter was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Mary L. (Bell) Bray; and his only sister, Marilyn LeMaire.
Survivors:
Wife: Dianne Bray of Adams, Wisconsin
Daughter: Nancy Bray of Springfield, Illinois
Daughter: Pam (Daniel) Vande Hei of Appleton, Wisconsin
Son: David (Sheila) Bray of Crystal Lake, Illinois
Step-Daughter: Julie (Ken Miller) Grammer of Wonder Lake, Illinois
Step-Son: Dan Ruckoldt of McHenry, Illinois
Step-Son: Chris (Allison) Ruckoldt of Crystal Lake, Illinois
Step-Son: Matthew (Joy) Ruckoldt of Elgin, Illinois
Grandchildren: Chelsea (Dan) McCormick, Lindsay (Donovan) LeMay, Laura (Sabin) McPherson, Sara Vande Hei, Kaylyn Haberland, Alex Bray, Zachary Bray, Daniel Ruckholdt, Jason (Sarah) Andre, Samantha Burgess, Zach Grammer, Adena Ruckoldt, C.J. Ruckoldt, Aiden Ruckoldt, Chase Ruckoldt, Amelia Rose Ruckoldt, Andrew Wiegand, Matthew Wiegand, and Abby Wiegand.
Great-Grandchildren: Lee, Brody, and Addison
Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, breakfast club friends, and many other wonderful friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
We send our deepest condolences to Wally’s family. He was a special man and we enjoyed the time he worked on projects for us. A kind and caring man was lost. May God comfort his family.
So so sorry for your loss. Wally was a great person and friend. He will be missed dearly. Prayers to you and your family. ??
May God lift you up during this time of sorrow! We keep you in our thoughts and prayers!
Diane & family. Just heard about your loss. I served many cups of coffee to Wally daily at his favorite breakfast place. He was a very special person. Will always have fond memories of him. May God give you peace & friends & family get you through these difficult times.
Wally was our friend. We enjoyed his company. Everywhere we look in our home we see Wally’s expert craftsmanship. He will be missed.
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family Dave and Sheila. So sorry for your loss. My condolences. Lisa Penticoff
Wally was the true definition of “good neighbor” always willing to give a helping hand to all who needed it. He had a great sense of humor, with a warm smile and eyes that lit up with joy.
He was a dear friend and will be missed.
Thoughts and prayers are with Dave and the entire family at this difficult time.
May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time, knowing that he is at peace leaving a legacy behind. Remember the impact he made and the many lives he touched.
So sorry for your loss. Sending hugs of comfort.
Our prayers are for comfort and peace.
Prayers of comfort and peace.
We are sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in prayer. Robin & Marty Michelson
The breakfast bunch will never be the same without Wally, he never complained and always made everyone feel good and he never left without bacon for his sidekick. Love and prayers to his family.
The breakfast bunch will never be the same without Wally, he never complained and always made everyone feel good and he never left without bacon for his sidekick. Love and prayers to is family.
Dianne (Ma) and all the family. I wish you the comfort in the strength Wally gave you, the love he wrapped your heart with and his healing power to get you through this very difficult time.
My deepest condolences.
DIANNE/FAMILY….My prayers are with you as you remember your loved one and live with his memories.May the LORD bless you and keep you.My sincere condolences to ALL of you.SUE KOMATZ