Raymond Valerian Metz Age 89 March 6, 2011 Devoted husband for 62 years to Gertrude Ruth. Beloved father of the late Gerard Jerry Metz and Ken Becky Metz. Dearest grandfather of Jennifer Metz and Brian Laura Metz. Also survived by his younger brother, Frederick and many nieces and nephews. Retired in 1979 from Michigan Bell after 40 years of service. World War II veteran, Signal Corps. Moved to a home overlooking the 16th green of Brookridge Country Club in 1980, where he enjoyed many happy years of golf and wood carving. He was a devoted companion and caretaker of his dear wife, Ruthie especially after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Funeral Service Thursday, 7:00pm at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Road. Visitation Thursday, 5-9pm.