Frank Chester Raje , age 89, passed away, September 26, 2009. He was born January 29, 1920, in Wyandotte, MI. Frank spent his childhood in the Dexter. MI, area and attended the University of Michigan. On August 16, 1941, he married Daisy Altenbernt in Detroit, MI, shortly thereafter they moved to Adrian for him to work at Gerity. Frank sold Singer Sewing Machines and Life Insurance for National Life in his early years. In the early 1960's he purchased Maple City Rug Cleaners on Maumee Street. He and his wife Daisy along with his four sons cleaned carpet and upholstery. Also, he cleaned the Lenawee County Courthouse for five years. Frank enjoyed traveling to places like Las Vegas and Hawaii and other places; along with visiting friends at McDonald's and the Adrian Mall. The last five years he resided at Lynwood Manor.
Frank is survived by his sons; Frederick (Mary) Raje of New Mexico, Norman (Jane) Raje of Arizona, Patrick (Sue) Raje of Adrian and Roger (Linda) Raje of Adrian, five granddaughters, three great granddaughters and two great grandsons, He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife; Daisy, one brother; Henry and one sister; Loretta Lillard. Visitation will be on Wednesday, September 30, 2009, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM & 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Cremation will follow. Send condolences and view Franks' video tribute online at: www.pursefuneralhome.com
May you rest in peace Uncle Chet. God Bless your soul. Love from Noble and Nellie's Kids: Arnel, Nelson,Art,Marinel,Tarah,and Jorem
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