Ray G. August's Obituary
Ray G. August, 81, of Brunswick, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020. Born in Birchton, WV and raised in Stickney, WV to the late William and Irene (nee Adkins) August on February 13, 1939. Besides his parents, Ray is preceded in death by siblings Greta, John, Stephen, and David. Ray is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Barbara; children Wavia (David) Jones, Michael August, and Vickie Dietrich; grandchildren Jennifer, Emily, Michael, Rebecca, Matthew, and Madalyn; siblings Sandra and Gary; and dear friend Aileen Werklund.
Ray served his country as in the United States Army and his community as a Police Officer at the Cleveland Police Department for 26 years. A proud moment in Ray’s life was receiving the Medal of Valor from his service at the Cleveland Police Department among many other awards, medals, and recognitions throughout his career. When not working, Ray loved spending time with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren, and tending to his vegetable garden (and eventually he canned everything). Ray was a loved and respected man, and he will be dearly missed in the days to come.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 from 5PM until 8PM at the Sunset Chapel located at 6245 Columbia Rd., North Olmsted, 44070. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 12 noon where he will receive funeral honors conducted by the Cleveland Police Department and the United States Army. Ray will be laid to rest at the Pinewood Garden Mausoleum inside Sunset Memorial Park following those services. In lieu of flowers, please make charitable donations to the Alzheimer’s Association – Cleveland Chapter 23215 Commerce Park STE 300, Beachwood, OH 44122
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