John "Ray" Ristow

John “Ray” Ristow, 96. Beloved husband of Esther, nee Leman. Devoted father of Rayna (Curtis) Murphy, Randy (Melba), his Godson, Ray Wolst, and the late Reginald (Carol). Proud grandfather of Renee Corsi, Robin Russell, Rhonda Miller, Gary Coney, Kevin Murphy, Randy, Ryan and Ronald Ristow. Great grandfather of 8. Funeral Friday 9:45 a.m. from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd Street, Oak Lawn to St. Germaine Church, Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Founding member of St. Germaine Parish and was active with their St. Vincent de Paul Society. Member Kiwanis Golden K. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the St. Germaine St. Vincent de Paul Society will be appreciated. Info, 708-636-1193 or www.blakelamboaklawn.com.