Raymond TACEY

Raymond J Tacey of Essexville, Michigan passed away June 27, 2024, at the age of 87. He was born January 5, 1937, to the late Raymond A and Elizabeth MTacey, in Hampton Township, Bay County, Michigan.   

He married Bernadine M Talaga on May 25, 1963, at St. John Catholic Church of Essexville.After a long and happy life,she predeceased himon April 18,2023. Their partnership was full of love that extended beyond marriage as they worked together over the years on the family farm.  

Raymond was a lifelong farmer, following in his father’s footsteps. For over 50 years he grew potatoes that he and Bernadine would sort, bag and ship to customers in Romulus, MI. Asthings became more automated, and with the help of his nephew Jerry Talaga, they would pack and shipsemi-truck loads for businesses like Kroger, Walmart, Meijer and more.Eventually, Jerry purchased the farm and has continued the family tradition. Raymond enjoyed “semi-retirement” by helping during the planting and harvesting ofsugar beets, soybeans and field corn. He was fond of the camaraderie when he and fellow farmers got together during these special times, especially when the “food truck” arrived with a hearty meal to enjoy in the field, from the back of a vehicle. Raymond was not only a farmer but a great friend to all. He planted wisdom in those he mentored, harvested laughs from all around him, and grew a rich and fulfilling life for his family.  

His legacy lives on through the fields he tended, the friendships he cultivated and the shared meals that nourished both body and soul. We fondly remember him and all the other farmer friends and family that are no longer with us.  

Surviving him are brothers in law: David Talaga, Ray (Dorla) Talaga; sisters-in-law: Sally Tacey, Gail Talaga, Betty Talaga; niece, Bonnie Talaga; nephew, Jerry (Kathy) Talaga; great nephew, Andrew Talaga; many other beloved nieces, nephew, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by his brother; Leslie Tacey;sister; Carolyn Talaga; brothers in law;Eugene Talaga, Roy Talaga, John Talaga.  

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Arbre généalogique

Raymond Tacey est un descendant d'Urbain Tessier de la 10ième génération

9. Raymond Tacey et Elizabeth Mulders

8. Henry Tacey et Margaret Huskins

7. Prosper Tacey et Catherine De Koning

6. Prosper Tessier et Henriette Ducharme

5. Simon Tessier et Marie-Charlotte Jacques

4. Jean-Baptiste Tessier et Thérèse-Catherine Huppé

3. Jacques Tessier et Marie Saulquin

2. Ignace Tessier et Marguerite Lussier

1. Urbain Tessier et Marie Archambault

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Bernadette Talaga (1936-2023)

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