Raymond Earl Weidkam, of (Wallkill) the Town of Newburgh, entered into rest on Tuesday, April 27, 2021. He was 89.
Son of the late August and Louise “Edna” (Owen) Weidkam, he was born on May 13, 1931 in the Town of Newburgh.
A lifelong area resident, he was a retired truck driver with Teamster Local 445, Rock Tavern, NY, he proudly served his country in the US Navy. “Pete” as he was known to family and friends held his family dear, especially his grandchildren. He loved to cook, especially BBQ’s and was known for his Spanish rice and zucchini bread. Pete also enjoyed taking his wife Katie out dancing.
Survivors include his wife Mary K. “Katie” Weidkam; a son, Robert (Marjorie) Weidkam of the Town of Newburgh; stepdaughters, Mary (Bruce) Lake, of Walden, Debra (Mike) VanSchaick, of Clifton Park, NY, and Donna Countryman of Sloansville, NY; grandchildren, Rachel, Gregory and Amanda; step grandchildren, Amy, Ashley, Joshua, Tammy, Craig; great grandchildren, Noelle, Rayanna, Hazel and Mark Jr.; six step great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews;
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Donald Weidkam; two sisters, Barbara Paton and Clare “Dolly” Brune; and a stepson, Thomas D. Jantzen.
Private Cremation has taken place at Cedar Hill Crematory.
Memorial Visitation will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 11 am to 1 pm at White, Venuto and Morrill Funeral and Cremation Service, 188 N. Plank Road, Newburgh. A Memorial Service will follow at the Funeral Home at 1:00 pm.
Due to the continued public health concerns, please know that there is an occupancy limitation which may cause a wait time, please be respectful of your time visiting. Facial covering must be worn in the funeral home at all times, and social distancing must be practiced.
Burial will follow at Fostertown Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Raymond’s name can be made to St. Patrick’s Soup Kitchen, 156 Liberty Street, Newburgh, NY 12550.
Arrangements are under the care of White, Venuto and Morrill Funeral and Cremation Service, 188 N. Plank Road, Newburgh, NY 12550.