Raymond J. Guistolisi, age 74, of Hobart, passed away February 16, 2017 at St. Mary Medical Center. Raymond was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 27, 1942 to the late Samuel and Anna (nee Vavrinek) Guistolisi. Raymond proudly served his country in the United States Army. He worked as a self-employed barber for many years and then retired from Majestic Star Casino where he was a Merchant Marine. He enjoyed boating and building model airplanes. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
He is survived by the love of his life his wife of 43 years, Pat of Hobart; son, Robert J (Amy J.) Guistolisi of Crown Point; daughter, JoDe Guistolisi of Hobart; two grandchildren, Brooklin and Saelor; sister, Rosemary (Robert) Laub of Frankfort, Illinois, nieces and nephews and other loving family members and friends.
Raymond was preceded in death by his parents and 2 older brothers, Robert and James.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Raymond's memory to Hobart Humane Society, PO Box 108, Hobart, Indiana 46342.
Memorial service for Raymond will be held Monday, February 20, 2017 at 7 pm at Rees Funeral Home, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart, Indiana 46342. Memorial Visitation will be held Monday, February 20, 2017 from 4pm until time of service also at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, (219) 942-2109 or go online to extend condolences at www.reesfuneralhomes.com