November 25, 1931 - December 9, 2022
Visitation
Sunday, December 18th from 1-4 p.m. at Moreland Funeral Home
Service
Monday, December 19th at 11 a.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
Raymond N. Bertelsen, 91, passed away peacefully December 9, 2022. As a lifelong educator, Ray was proud of his years at Bowling Green City Schools, Otterbein University, and Westerville City Schools. He served in the capacity of a Math Teacher, Coach, Mentor, School Counselor, Assistant Principal, Curriculum Director, and Westerville City Schools Central Office Administrator.
Member of Kiwanis Club of Westerville, former Kiwanis Lieutenant Governor of Division 10E, Masonic Lodge Crystal Chapter 157 (Bowling Green, Ohio). Former Board member of Westerville Public Library, Habitat for Humanity, Westerville Visitors & Convention Bureau and member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Preceded in death by parents, Randulf and Johanna (Johannsen); loving wife of 57 years Roberta (Alloway); brother and sister-in-law Bert and Helen Bertelsen; brothers-in-law Sam Alloway and Al Barney; nephews Bruce Barney and David Alloway.
Survived by sister Margaret Barney, children Kathy (Jeff) Reedy, Eric (Lorrie) Bertelsen, Cynthia Bertelsen and Mike (Linda) Bertelsen; grandchildren Danielle (Mike) Brown, Meghan (Klint) Newer, David (Rachel) Reedy, Kevin Bertelsen, Tyler (fiancee Morgan) Bertelsen and Dylan Bertelsen. Great grandchildren Peyton,Henry, Parker and Finn; several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Moreland Funeral Home, 55 East Schrock Road, Westerville 1-4 p.m. Sunday, December 18, 2022. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, December 19, 2022 at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 100 East Schrock Road, Westerville with visitation one hour prior to service. Pastor Matt Cox officiating. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to the Grace Lutheran Church Kitchen Fund in Rays memory.
Condolences
pam cooper - Dec 19, 2022
Our family including my mom (Marjorie Wells) will miss Ray. He was always greeting us with a smile and we continue to miss him helping in so many ways in church activities. We won't forget in 1970 He and Roberta organized a wedding pantry shower for us (of Lincoln St. neighbors) I updated mom when she asked how Ray was doing. We all have fond memories of what a beautiful couple they were. We send our prayers for peace for You Kathy and all your families. Ray, I am sure is joining your mom in heaven. Prayers , Pam and Dennis Cooper
Tracy Huziak-Clark - Dec 19, 2022
Cynthia, I am thinking about you and your family during this difficult time. My deepest condolences. Tracy
Tony Cabilovski - Dec 15, 2022
My condolences to the entire family. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Bertelsen through catering his Wednesday evening Kiwanis meetings and later, working with him and Mrs. Bertelsen on the Easter morning breakfasts at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. I don’t think I ever saw him (or Mrs. Bertlesen for that matter) without a smile. Over the years, he’d stop at one of the restaurants, just to check in and see how things were going. We’d have a word and a laugh, and he’d be on his way. I’ll miss those moments and seeing him walk through Uptown. May he rest in peace.
Beth Dickson - Dec 15, 2022
I'm so sorry Kathy. Mom and dad (tom and Lola dickson) love your parents so much. Hoping they have met up in heaven!!!!
Richard Doll - Dec 15, 2022
I had the pleasure to know and work with Ray as the teacher of his son Mike, in ciruculum as the Social Studies Chair, as Key Club Advisor with its connections with the Westerville Kiwanis Club; and, as a fellow Kiwanian for over twenty years. Ray was a friend as well as an advisor and a mentor in many capacities. My sincerest condolences to the Bertlesen Family. May Ray RIP - he lived a full life and will be missed. Sincerely, Richard Doll
Les Randolph - Dec 15, 2022
I owe a great debt of gratitude to Ray. As a senior at Otterbein College in 1967 I was student teaching. Ray was my supervisor. After graduation I was interviewing for teaching positions with little luck other than an offer at a very small school in northwestern Ohio. Two days before signing a contract Westerville City Schools called and asked to interview me. I was informed, at the interview that Ray had recommended me to them. I was offered the job and began a 37 year career with Westerville City Schools. To Ray, he was just doing just a little extra on his job. To me, he set my life on a wonderful, fulfilling career
David Coffman - Dec 15, 2022
I had the opportunity to work with Ray in the last 80’s as a member of the Westerville school board. Ray was one of the brightest and most dedicated administrators the district had. He was always on top of everything and when asked a question to which he didn’t have an immediate answer, it didn’t take long for him to do the research and follow up. He made a huge impact on the students in our school system. He was one of the friendliest, smartest, and sincere people that I have ever met. I’m very sorry for the family’s loss.
Ross Family - Dec 14, 2022
Ray Bertelsen will be greatly missed more than words could ever say he was a wonderful man to always talk to dear sweet angel ray may you rest in peace in heaven forever more to the immediate family, relatives, friends, church members, may you find comfort knowing Our God Our Lord Savior Jesus Christ & Holy Spirit Watching Over Us All Forever Amen Ray Had A Smile That Could Light Up The Room Ray May You Soar High Fly On Eagles Wings From The Ross Family Columbus Ohio
Laurie Hart - Dec 14, 2022
We will miss Ray in our family. He was my stepfather's brother and was very much considered an uncle to Bert's children. He welcomed our big crew into his family when my mom married his brother and made us feel so much like family. I will always remember his kindness, his smile and laughter. My thoughts are with his family as they grieve this huge loss. Much Love, Laurie and family.