Eline Funeral Home, Reisterstown, Maryland 21136

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In Loving Memory William J. Raver, Sr. 9/25/1936 - 1/26/2010

William J. Raver, Sr. of Owings Mills, beloved husband of Sandra J. (nee Sessamen) Raver. Father of JoAnn and her husband Steven Reter, Sr., Debra J. Raver, Jody M. and her husband Thomas Hurley, Sr., Shari L Johnston, William J. Raver, Jr. and his wife Judy and Tammy L. Warfel. Brother of John C. Raver and Elizabeth Bayne and the late Mary Koerner. Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

He was the owner of Raver Landscaping and also worked at the Acme Market and Giant as a stock clerk for 29 years.

Services from the Eline Funeral Home, 11824 Reisterstown Road (at Franklin Blvd.) on Friday 11AM. Interment Grace Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Thursday 3-5 and 7-9PM.

Online Condolences

From: Jackie German Towson md
Relationship: Friend

When I think of Bill Raver so many warm fond memories come to mind . Bill was a strong hard working man that put family first.His kind approach to all of our crazy scemes is lovingly remembered and appreciated .Bill was a community father to all . The Raver house became home to all that entenerd.
Sent: 1/26/2010

From: Barbra Harris Kruse Troy OH
Relationship: Franklin High School Class of '54

My sincere sympathy to all the family. May memories of all you shared with Bill be of comfort.
Sent: 1/27/2010

From: Judy Reter Manchester Maryland
Relationship: good friend

My childhood just would not have been the same if Bill and his family were not a part of my growing up. The memories are endless and bring warm thoughts to my heart. I would not know where to begin to start listing all the good times. My favorite memories include Bill playing his guitar and singing his heart out. I think the song was called "Pickles" and it was one of my all time favorites. We even got Bill and his family to go camping with us once and we had a blast. Bill now becomes one of those special Angels we will always look up to. We will miss you. Love Judy & Denny
Sent: 1/28/2010

From: Ruth Edwards Lutherville Md.
Relationship: second cousin

Remembering the good times of going out and picking up apples at the apple farms of people he know, so they could take them to the cider mill, to get cider made, so is dear mother could sell it on the corner of Dover & Greenspring. Sometimes she would even make applebutter too. Boy was that the good ole days. He will sadly be missed by us all. What a wonderful man he was, who cared about everyone he know. Our hearts & prayers are with the family at this sad time. Love you all !!
Sent: 1/28/2010

From: Steven C Reter Jr. Owings Mills MD
Relationship: Grandson

Granddad you will be missed. I will remember your singing, your guitar, your sense of humor and your kindness to all. I thank you deeply for raising the best mother I could have ever hoped for. With love ...
Sent: 1/30/2010

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