Raymond F. Herek
August 30, 1956- April 28, 2025
Raymond F. Herek, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025.
The youngest of five siblings, Raymond was born to William and Eulalia Herek on August 30, 1956, in Omaha, NE. Raymond attended Immaculate Conception elementary school where he made many
lifelong friends. After graduating from Central High School, he began his career with Northwestern Bell Telephone Company and, after becoming a toolmaker, he eventually retired from Avaya in 2005. He
then worked for Papillion LaVista Schools until final retirement.
He married Barbara McAcy on September 23, 1978 and they welcomed two daughters, Kelly and Debra.
In his spare time, Raymond enjoyed planting flowers, rebuilding and restoring antique slot machines, watching reruns of his favorite sitcoms, and keeping in contact with family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Eulalia Herek; brother, Larry Herek. Raymond is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara; daughters, Kelly (Nate) Dix and Debra Mass; grandchildren: Josh Dix, Lydia Dix, Joey Dix, Skylar Mass, and Grayson Dix; siblings: Bill (Ann) Herek, Marilyn LaMantia, and Elaine (Ray) Myers; sister-in-law, Rita Herek; brothers-in-law: Kevin (Teresa) McAcy, Keith McAcy, and Shawn (Sandy) McAcy; nieces, nephews and friends.
VISITATION: begins Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 2:00PM with a Vigil Service at 3:00PM, West Center Chapel.
FUNERAL SERVICE: Monday, May 5, 2025, 10:30AM, West Center Chapel.
INTERMENT: Calvary Cemetery
Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler, West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road, Omaha, Ne 68124. (402)-391-3900. www.heafeyheafey.com
10 Comments
My sincere sympathy to Wife Barb., Daughters Kelly and Debbie and extended family. Ray was a good friend and he will be missed
May he rest in the peace of Christ.
My deepest sympathy for your loss of Ray. May he rest in peace.
So sorry for your loss. I know it’s been a difficult time. Sending prayers and hugs. Love you guys .
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
So sorry for your loss cousin whom I never met. A Mass for the repose of your soul.
May you rest in Peace. Condolences to all your family, cousins all.
We are so sorry for your loss. I wish we could be there to give you a hug. Love you and we are praying for Gods peace and comfort to rest on your family.
I’m so sorry to hear about Ray’s passing. May our Heavenly Father welcome him with open arms. Praying for you Barb and your family.
My heart and prayers for you, Barb, and your whole family. I worked with Rainman for many years and considered him a friend. I will be offering a Mass, a Rosary, and a Divine Mercy Chaplet for Ray. May he forever be in God’s loving arms.
I am SO SORRY that I cannot be there for the services. We will have a mass said at the Holy Family Shrine. I am so glad that we were able to laugh and reminisce with Ray just weeks ago! You are on my heart and in my prayers.
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
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