Raymond "Ray" Emmer

Raymond " Ray" Emmer of Plover, passed away early Thursday morning, July 21, 2022 at his home, while under the care of his daughter and Heartland Hospice.

Age 83 Ray was born January 19, 1939 in Wauwatosa, WI. He was the son of the late John E and Jane (Faranda) Emmer. Ray attended schools in the Milwaukee area. Ray entered the United States Navy on May 4, 1955 in Milwaukee, WI. He served as a PVT E-1 and was honorably discharged on April 18, 1956 in Great Lakes, IL.

His Marriage to Carol L. Gerth took place on October 10, 1957. After their marriage the couple settled in Milwaukee, moving to the Plover area in 1996.  His wife Carol preceded him in death on October 3, 2006.

Raymond worked for Red's Novelty Company for many years, retiring at an early age due to health reasons. In his free time Ray enjoyed camping ,bingo, watching Brewers games and trying his luck at the casinos, and his faith was very important to him.

Survivors include his two sons; Gregory (Tammy) Emmer of Green Bay, WI and Daniel (fiancée Barb Lewis) Emmer of Greenfield, WI., and two daughters; Lori (Kurt) Bedward and Mary (Chad) Berg of Plover. Further Survived by his eleven grandchildren; Nicole, Chad, Sarah, Cassandra, Dale, Latoya, Jauntee, Andrew, Cody, Samara and Jake. Nine great grandchildren; Dennis, Ryder, Addison, Greyson, Mackenzie, Dale Jr, Kacey, Theo and Ben and one daughter in law Christina Emmer of Milwaukee, WI.

Preceded in death by his wife Carol, one son Terrance Emmer, one granddaughter Claretta Carol, a daughter in law, Debi Emmer and one great-granddaughter Mackenzie E.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday July 30, 2022 at St. Bronislava Catholic Church with Rev. Eric Mashak Officiating. Burial with full military honors will be in the St. Bronislava Parish Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 -11:00 AM Saturday Morning at the church until the time for mass.

The Pisarski Community Funeral Home of Plover is honored to be serving the family. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.pisarskfuneralhome.com