Submitted by: John C. Monk

Raymond E. Topper

May 4, 1940 - Jan. 19, 2010
MISHAWAKA - Raymond E. Topper, 69, residing in Mishawaka, IN, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at his home. He was employed with Shamrock Development for 10 years. Raymond was born on May 4, 1940, in South Bend, IN, to Kenneth E. and Margaret (Moss) Topper, and remained a lifelong resident. Raymond is survived by his daughter, Raeann Radtke of Mishawaka; two sons, Ray Topper II of Niles and Jeff (Penny) Topper of South Bend; four grandchildren, Penny Ann (Sonny) Camparone of South Bend, Megan Carlo and Samantha McQueen, both of Mishawaka, and Ryan Topper of Niles; and three great-grandchildren, Holly, Lexi and Katelynn; and ex-wives, Sandy and Joyce Topper. Raymond was a collector of guns and knives. He enjoyed antiquing, fishing and hunting. He was an avid Wii player. Raymond attended Butler University. Funeral services will be held at 6:00 PM Friday, January 22, 2010, at Palmer Funeral Home - River Park, 2528 Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, IN. Rev. Ed Erskin will officiate. Friends may visit with the family from 4:00 PM Friday until time of services in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Raymond Topper may be made to the American Diabetes Association , c/o United Health Services, 6910 N. Main St., Bldg 9, Mail Unit 10, Granger, IN 46530. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

Published in South Bend Tribune on January 21, 2010