Raymond Carle

Raymond Gerald Carle, age 87, of St Paul, MN passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024, after a long illness.  Ray is survived by his loving companion Donna Hlavacek, son Donald, 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  He is preceded in death by his parents Wilfred and Gertrude, and his son Raymond Jr.  Ray served in the National Guard for 9 years and was retired from Schmidt Brewing Co.  He was also an accomplished accordionist, having played for many years, including nine at the 620 Club.  On Friday March 15^th family and friends will celebrate Ray’s life at Kessler & Maguire Funeral home, 640 West 7^th Street in St Paul, with visitation at 10:00 and a service at 11:00. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, 1800 Edgerton Street, Maplewood, MN.