Message from Connie Merrill
December 28, 2017 7:33 PM
So sorry to hear about Uncle Bill’s passing. Hope you find comfort during this difficult time. I will be keeping the family in my prayers.
Connie Merrill (Kolker). (Ray’s daughter)
Message from Kari Kolker
December 31, 2017 9:26 PM
Thank you for your condolence posting, Connie. I appreciate your prayers.
Message from Ken Kolker
December 25, 2017 5:20 PM
So sorry to learn of Uncle Bill’s passing. I heard a lot about him when I was a kid — stories about running track and playing minor league baseball.
Ken Kolker (Ray’s son)
Message from Kari Kolker
December 31, 2017 9:24 PM
Thank you Ken, for your condolence posting. Yes, Bill was quite an athlete.
The Milwaukee Braves wanted to sign him to a professional baseball contract. He wore Warren Spahn's jersey when he tried out. He always wished he had accepted their offer. Bill also excelled at basketball in high school.