Raymond T.
McInerny Sr.
Visitation: Saturday, August 17, 2019, 9am-11am, Holy Apostles Parish (16000 W. National Ave.)
Mass of Christian Burial: Saturday, August 17. 2019, 11am, Holy Apostles Parish (16000 W. National Ave.)
McInerny Sr., Raymond T.
Born September 28, 1927, passed peacefully on August 12, 2019. He joined the love of his life, Jean (nee McMullen) who preceded him in death. He is survived by sons Raymond Jr. (Mary) and Paul (Carol) , grandchildren: Katie Witkowski, Beth Russell, Tom (Lauren), Colleen (Colin) Bruce and Kevin, great-grandchildren Maddie Witkowski, Emma McInerny and ” Baby Bruce-to-be”.
Born and raised in Minneapolis, he was known for his diving skills off bridges on Lake Nokomis. He served his country during World War II as a U.S. Marine. His move to Milwaukee in 1950 was to advance in the commercial art industry, which included eventually founding his own company, McInerny Art Studio in the 1980’s. During his life, he remained devoted to his Catholic faith and was an avid follower of politics. He enjoyed Milwaukee Sports; including a stent as a CYO basketball coach. Ray served as a founding member of the Citizens Advisory Commission for New Berlin Hills Golf Course. Of particular enjoyment was his monthly luncheons with retired members of the local commercial art industry as well as participation in the Pastel Art Club.
His greatest joy came from his family, both immediate and extended. He and Jean attended any McInerny or McMullen gatherings. He is survived by his twin brother Roger (Lou) as well as Denny, Mary Margaret Williams, Theresa (Mike) Coulombe, Maurice (Diane) and sister-in-law Margaret. He was preceded in death by Ralph (Connie) McInerny, Austin (Cecilia) McInerny, Patrick Williams and Steve McInerny. Ray was close to his McMullen relatives and is survived by sister-in-law Patricia; preceded in death by Thomas (Kay), Rita (Paul) Moran, Raymond (Marge) and Marcellus. Ray was the son of Austin and Vivian McInerny.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Apostles Parish (16000 W. National Ave.) on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at 11AM. The family will be receiving friends and family at Holy Apostles prior to the Mass from 9AM-11AM. Interment at Holy Apostles Church Cemetery will be held at a later date.
Memorials appreciated to Marquette University. Special thanks to staffs of Regency Senior Communities and Horizon Hospice.
So sorry for your loss, I wish we would of met him sooner, Ray was a wonderful person to be around, He made us feel very welcome and had many stories to tell us, He will be missed by many.
The love that your Grandpa had for you Colleen was apparent. I could see the joy in his eyes when we were at your wedding. You have so many memories that no one can take from you. Cherish them.
Ray, I met you through a mutual friend, Pat Malone. You and your family become good friends and loyal acquaintances. You have always had a positive attitude and smile. I used to love coming over and sitting with Jean and you and talking about the City and life. I know God has brought you to his home and you and Jean can finally a loving couple again. I hope I can follow in your ways and love for life and enjoy our world despite its faults. Rest In Peace with our Lord and watch over your family from above. Until we meet again.
Ray was such a dear man. He and Jean were so kind to me and my family when we stopped in New Berlin to have lunch with them on our way out to Massachusetts to bring our daughter to college in 1999. He hardly knew me but since I was one of his Rush cousins from Minneapolis, it was good enough! RIP cousin Ray. ❤️
I was so very sorry to hear about this. Please know that Gene and I send our deepest sympathies,