Ray Kohutek Obituary

I love you and I miss you . Everything is different with you gone. I still expect to see you on the patio at the barbecue grill, waiting for me to arrive for dinner. You are so loved and I will adore my memories. I will carry you with me.

Ray is my father. For many years we were separated by long distances in the course of our lives. I want to pay my father the honor of saying that he was the greatest man, and the most incredable father that I Know. Sometimes I think my father felt like he hadn't succeded in guiding his children enough. Dad, you have been the best role model for me and I have used your examples of rightiousness in trying to raise my own family. Dad, you are a darn good man, and a great american! I know 100% that you have returned to our Lord in the highest levels of heaven. You took great care of us and mom and provided like a real master. Thank you so much for being my father. I love you dad, forever. Amen - Your son, Matthew.

I am so thankful to have known Ray at the hospital. I drew his blood often and we would talk of all the things he loved to do. I am so glad for all the times we had and his friendly smile. He was a great man and I will miss him dearly.

I am so blessed to know Ray when the was a young skinny fellow shortly after he met Gina some 40 plus years ago. I will never forget his laugh and positive attitude. He could do anything. We were the only ones I know of that took our motorcycles over the mountain trails from Alta to Brighton, sometimes carrying them over giant rocks and over drop offs and numerous obstacles. He was very competitive and tenanious. One of the best friends anyone could have. I will never forget the great times we had and It has stayed with me all my life. I regret putting off taking the time to go to Colorado and seeing him. I reflect on the Kohutek and Mettmann Families with fondness and thankfulness. Best wishes to Gina and children. Randy Brimhall

Regina, I'm so sorry for your loss. I think of you and Ray often- walking,holding hands showing me your Colorado neighborhood. Ray was a fine man.

Ray: I remember the day you baptized me into the church. Your influence changed my life in so many ways. There are only two words that are appropriate, Thank You

What a great and wonderful man! I will never ever forget the kindness when you showed up with a Ham AND a Turkey for our Christmas dinner all those years ago(1989). Nor all the follow up calls every Christmas Eve- for how long-- to see if I was in need of a Ham or Turkey. lol You and Regina are the salt of the earth--- always wanting to help others. What a wonderful Christlike attribute. You are my forever friend Ray. One day we will have happy and fun conversations again. I am glad that you are no longer in pain and I know you are happy to see your loved ones again.

Sister Kohutek and family. When I found out about Ray's passing I was extremely saddened. I know the Holy Ghost is there for you all in your time of grief. I will miss rubbing shoulders with him in our High Priest Group and his smile and handshake before Sacrament meetings. Sincerely,Brother Ruby, Kabul Afghanistan

As echoed from previous entries, we'll miss you, a lot. I'll miss your humor and minor rantings, and I hope you'll still be able to get a nice chicken sandwich.

I was glad I had the opportunity to have met you Ray, you will be missed! ~Dave Crutchfield, Centura Health - IT

We will miss you Ray!! You were a great person and it was a honor to work with you!

Bria, Sherrie, Heidi
Occupational Health.

We will miss you Ray...but Never forget you!

Jeff Jenco