Dittrich, Raymond J. Jr. age 83 of Wayzata, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on August 2, 2015. Attended Cathedral HS in Duluth; excel led in academics, numerous sports and was an Eagle Scout. Received his undergraduate degree from University of Notre Dame (with honors) and law degree from University of Michigan (Law Review Editor). Served in U.S. Marine Corps, retiring as Lt. Colonel. Ray had a distinguished 40 year legal career, including as a corporate attorney for Cargill, and as Vice President and General Counsel at Pillsbury and Medtronic. He was President of Minneapolis Aquatennial in 1984. Following retirement, Ray and his wife of 55 years, Paula, resided in Stuart, FL. Ray was an extremely outgoing and engaging person who embraced life to the fullest. He loved to spend his free time outdoors with his family and good friends in the BWCA, playing golf, birding, and engaging in intellectual pursuits such as reading, politics and history. He was an avid sports fan, had a great passion for Notre Dame football, and coached his sons' Little League teams. He loved to spend time with his grandkids, and was their greatest supporter and cheerleader. Ray was a devout Catholic who gave much of his time to his Catholic community. He was preceded in death by his wife Paula, and daughter, Julie Marie. He is survived by his children, Lisa Wurst (Tom), Claire, David, and Mark (Connie), and grandchildren, Colin and Erin Wurst, and Natalie, Margeaux, and Will Dittrich; brother, Paul (Beth). The family would like to extend their sincerest thanks to the caregivers of Joyful Companions and Folkestone Presbyterian Homes for their wonderful support and devotion. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM Tuesday August 11th, 2015 at The Church of St. Bartholomew, 630 E. Wayzata Blvd., Wayzata. Visitation 5:00-7:00 PM, Monday., August 10th at David Lee Funeral Home, 1220 E. Wayzata Blvd., Wayzata, and one hour prior to Mass at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ray's name to National Audubon Society (audubon.org). David Lee Funeral Home Wayzata 952-473-5577 davidleefuneralhome.com