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Raymond Howard Berube, of Kannapolis, NC passed on Thursday Oct. 30, 2014 at the Tucker Hospice House after a long illness. His wife of 30 yrs, Marilyn Diehl Berube and many family members showed their love continually as best they could from around the world. “Mickey” was born in Holyoke, Massachusetts on Nov. 16th, 1938 to the late parents of Mildred and Edgar Berube.
Mick was drafted in 1957 and proudly served in the Army for 4 years. He grew up in Milford Ct. and graduated proudly from Milford High School. Lived in Florida, then resided in North Carolina for 24 yrs. Retired from The Cogdell Group at the age of 62 in maintenance. His passion was printing and worked at Markel Finishing Corp. in Bridgeport, Ct. for many years as a Steel Rule Dye maker. Mick was a devoted husband, father and grandaddy and was loved by all his family. His unique sense of humor was a challenge, but his heart was huge.
“Mick” enjoyed his children & grandchildren more than anything. His hobbies and passion was woodworking, which he proudly created many unique items for all. Socializing, music, dancing, and his Waffle House coffee visits were on his daily schedule along with the dream of winning “The Big One” mainly to donate to St. Jude and his family.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Berube; five children, Kimberly/Shane Ussery (NC), Michelle Booth (MD), Katherine/Matthew Fisher (OR), Kristine/Cliff Loomis (CT), Karen/Erick Reise (FL); one brother, Douglas Berube (FL); and seven Grand Children: Shylah, Dion, Gavin, Blake, Margo, Tyler, Caitlyn.
A Military Graveside Service for Raymond will be held at the Salisbury National Cemetery in Salisbury, NC on Thursday Nov. 6th at 2:00 PM. Military honors will be provided by the Rowan County Veterans Honor Guard.
He will be missed by many and forever loved by all, especially his wife which will always remember those beautiful Blue Eyes she fell in love with, the unconditional love, respect and being her very best friend. May you rest in Peace Forever, we will see you again someday…oxoxoxoxo
Carolina Cremation of Salisbury and Charlotte is assisting the Berube family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Marilyn Berube says
My Mickey, no words on earth could ever express the love I had for you and our family. I miss you everyday and evening but remember all the wonderful years we made memories. Memories that I hold deep within my heart which will comfort me till I meet you again in heaven. I am at peace with knowing you are pain free with no pressures of this world. I thank you for so many things in my life but mostly the gift of our child and our extended family which I love with all my heart. My dear husband I love you and until we meet again..oxox
Kristine Berube Loomis says
Through the years and the distance we always stayed in touch, always visiting whenever possible, and trying to be the one to pull off the surprise! I think we are even in that. So grateful for the father you were to all of us. I will cherish our many handmade gifts crafted by Dad. Our visits and memories no matter how goofy or embarrassing. Like roller skating dancing dressed like John travolta. Only you Dad! Thanks for all of that and more. Until we can all be together again, I know you will be with each and every one of us watching, and protecting us. ??XO
Paula Hayes-Martin says
Dear Marilyn & family, My heart goes out to you at the passing of Mick. Although I didn’t know him I can tell by the way you speak of him that he was nothing but wonderful and you all love him very much. Im so sorry that you have to go through this terrible loss, Im sure it warms your heart that he no longer is struggling. I have been so worried about you Marilyn and wishing there was something I could do to make you feel better. I just feel so bad that you have had to say “see you later” to the love of your life. I can’t imagine it and I will be praying for you and the family that time and the peace of Christ will ease your broken hearts… With Lots of Love….xo
Bruce Cooke says
Mickey and I worked together years ago at The Golden Hill Nursing Home in Milford,Ct..
That’s where I met him and we became good friends. He was a hard worker and I remember all the remodeling work he put into the house on Waterbury Ave. when the girls were very young. I visit him there sometimes. Years later I drove out to visit him in N.C.. He was a very funny person and will be missed by all!
bill shea says
Great guy who heiped me customize my 1946 ford. classmate at good old milford high. God please him.
Larena says
I am so sorry of your lost. We all suffer a lot when a love one dies. Did you know that God has promise us that there will be a time in our future when there will be no more sickness and death (Isaiah 33:24 Isaiah 25:8). Yes, he has promised this and he doesn’t lie (Titus 1:2). Please take a few minutes to look up these scriptures in your own copy of the Bible.Theses scriptures can bring your family much comfort at this most difficult time. May the God of peace and love comfort you at this most difficult time Romans 15:33).