Birth date: Mar 17, 1936 Death date: Sep 7, 2025
Charles R. Poole (Ray Poole), age 89, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born on March 17, 1936 in Muskegon to Charles H. and Hattie (Payne) Poole. Ray honorably served his country as a career Read Obituary
Michiko and Rae Marie,
Cousin Ray and I were 13 months apart in age. He was raised in the Midwest and I was raised on the East Coast. It wasn't until many years later that we could enjoy being cousins.
Ray became a 'special' cousin to me when his Dad, Charles; my Dad, Blaine; Ray and I traveled from Michigan to southeastern Ohio for a family reunion. During that long trip by automobile, Ray and I sat in the backseat where he shared meaningful accounts of his service in Vietnam. It was my honor to listen to him.
I am thankful that he and I connected through phone calls during the months prior to September 7th. However, I am especially thankful that you shared the gift of time with him during the additional months of his life. He very much loved you both.
I am sad that I cannot travel from Minnesota to celebrate Ray's life on September 18th. Please know that I will often think of him, and each of you.
With family love,
Mimi Pool Hachfeld
