Edwin F. “Ted” Raye

Edwin F. “Ted” Raye , age 84, a 60-year resident of Elmhurst, former General Manager of Kentile Floors’ beloved husband of the late Anna Marie, nee Gunnell; loving father Ed,
Kathleen (Roberto) Cuca, Margaret (Robert) Chaidez and Marcus; devoted poppa to Nolan, Colin, and Owen Chaidez; fond uncle to Joseph (Heather)Gunnell and Julie Cleff and great-uncle to Ivy and Magnus Gunnell; Loving grandfather to his grand dogs, Bear, Panda, Teddy, and Angel. Ted never met a dog he didn’t like. He looked forward to walking his dog around the neighborhood while enjoying a cigar. Passionate about cooking, he believed everything was better cooked in butter. He taught his family the best meals come from instinct and to never follow a recipe. He knew every line from his favorite movies: Blues Brothers, Airplane, and Casablanca. A devoted Jeopardy fan, he watched every episode and seldom missed an answer. He loved watching episodes of NCIS. If you asked him, the original cast was the best. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in honor of Ted Raye to Huntley Animal Shelter, 13005 Ernesti Rd, Huntley, IL 60142. All Services and Interment Private. Arrangements handled by Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst. 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in honor of Ted Raye to

Huntley Animal Shelter, 13005 Ernesti Rd, Huntley, IL 60142

847-961-5541

https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/donate-now/

4 comments

  • Dennis Pepe

    I worked with Ted beginning in 1970, at Kentile, as a Maintenance Department Supervisor and eventually Superintendent. He reminded me very much of my Dad because he could sometimes have a very gruff exterior at work but once you found your way past that you would find a very caring and decent man. I don’t however miss the 2:00 AM “Conversations” when I had to call him because of a breakdown at the plant.
    Rest In Peace my friend.

  • Sandy Gunnell

    My condolences to Peggy,Kathy,andTeddy. Ted made the best lasagna. I use to tell him he should be a caterer. He loved to cook. May he Rest In Peace.

  • Sue Feher

    Received sad news belatedly. I was an old, old friend of Anna Marie and Ted.

  • Ann

    Remembering Ted fondly. He shopped every Friday, while I worked at Dominick’s. Got to know him, and looked forward to his visits.
    May your happy memories be your strength.
    Prayers , Ann

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