Raymond J. Dreiling
April 19, 1927 ~ May 2, 2010
Dreiling, Raymond J., was born April 19, 1927 in Emmeran, KS, to Raymond M. and Melsina Dreiling. He passed away May 2, 2010 in Wichita, KS at the age of 83. Ray was a machinist at Cessna Aircraft Company and retired in 1989 after 38 years of service. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus at All Saints Catholic Church and Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his son, Jerome Raymond Dreiling; two sisters, Catherine Harkness of Hays and Mildred Schaible of Wichita; brother, Bernie Dreiling of Wichita and his parents. Survivors include: wife, Ann; daughter, Theresa (Steve) DeLong of Wichita; two sons, Greg (Kelley) of Plano, TX and Patrick (Debbie) of Wichita; granddaughter, Jill Dreiling of Plano, TX; grandsons, Scott Dreiling of Plano, TX and Benjamin Dreiling of Wichita; great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Anne Pittman of Plano, TX; sisters, Jeanette (Glen) Pfortmiller of Hays, Eileen Dreiling and Patricia (Ron) Boswell, both of Wichita; and sister-in-law, Toni Dreiling of Wichita. Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at Downing Lahey East Mortuary. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at All Saints Catholic Church. Memorials have been established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202 and The Lords Diner, 520 N. Broadway, Wichita, KS 67214. Downing Lahey Mortuary East.
Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at Downing Lahey East Mortuary.
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Patrick, I had the pleasure of meeting your father back when your family would come up to the AAA office on Friday night and drag you away from work to have dinner together! Precious times they were. My heart goes out to you and your family and friends as they miss your father’s presence in their lives. His kind and loving influence will live on in you. Peace to Raymond.
Mrs. Dreiling, Pat, Deb, Ben, and entire Dreiling family~ We are sorry to hear about the passing of Ray. He will be greatly missed at the BC basketball games. His stories were great to hear, since he grew up with many of the Rohleder clan from Victoria. We were all blessed to have known such a wonderful man.
Ann and family members Sorry to read of the death of Raymond. We remember how very proud he was of his family – how he spoke of each of you with such gusto. His death follows so close to that of his sister – now they can compare memories in Heaven. Toni – we send hugs to you too. May he Rest in Peace.
To Greg and Kelly and Family Our prayers are with you and your family. Greg, your father was an inspiration to all that knew him. He was the biggest cheerleader for us young high school basketball players. I know he was very proud of you in all you have accomplished. My wife Kathy and I will pray for you and Kelly during this difficult time. Your Friend Joe Grommesh Dallas, Texas
Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. Ray was a wonderful man and so caring. My heart is aching for you,