內巴加蒙湖哀悼敬愛的族長和有遠見的人：雷蒙德·“雷”·尼克·佩拉拉

雷蒙德「雷」尼克佩拉拉，82 歲，來自威斯康辛州內巴加蒙湖，於 2024 年 4 月 14 日在明尼蘇達州德盧斯去世。 Ray 出生於1942 年，由叔叔Eino Perala 撫養長大，1960 年畢業於西北高中。 ) 結婚。

Raymond "Ray" Nick Perala: A Loving Patriarch and Dedicated Visionary

雷蒙德「雷」尼克佩拉拉：一位充滿愛心的族長和專注的夢想家

With profound sorrow, we bid farewell to Raymond "Ray" Nick Perala, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Ray, a pillar of the Lake Nebagamon community, passed away on April 14th, 2024, in Duluth, Minnesota, leaving an irreplaceable void in the hearts of all who knew him.

我們懷著深深的悲痛告別了雷蒙德·「雷」·尼克·佩拉拉，他是一位深愛的丈夫、父親、祖父、兄弟、叔叔和朋友。雷是內巴加蒙湖社區的支柱，於 2024 年 4 月 14 日在明尼蘇達州德盧斯去世，在所有認識他的人的心中留下了不可替代的空虛。

Born on April 7th, 1942, in Superior, Wisconsin, to Nick and Viena Ahola, Ray's childhood took an unexpected turn upon the untimely demise of his parents. Nurtured by his loving uncle, Eino Perala, he grew up in the quaint town of Maple, Wisconsin, where he attended Northwestern High School and graduated with honors in 1960.

1942 年4 月7 日，雷出生於威斯康辛州蘇必利爾，父母是尼克·阿霍拉(Nick Ahola) 和維埃納·阿霍拉(Viena Ahola)，他的童年因父母的過早去世而發生了意想不到的轉變。他在慈愛的叔叔艾諾佩拉拉 (Eino Perala) 的撫養下，在威斯康辛州古色古香的楓樹鎮長大，就讀於西北高中，並於 1960 年以優異的成績畢業。

Driven by an unyielding thirst for knowledge, Ray pursued higher education at the University of Wisconsin-Superior, where he earned a degree in Business Management with a minor in Mathematics. His academic achievements laid the foundation for a remarkable career that would span over four decades.

在對知識不屈不撓的渴望的驅使下，雷在威斯康辛大學高級分校接受高等教育，並在那裡獲得了商業管理學位，輔修數學。他的學術成就為長達四十年的非凡職業生涯奠定了基礎。

In a serendipitous encounter that would forever shape his life, Ray met Candace "Candy" Nys, the woman who would become his cherished life partner. They exchanged vows on June 16th, 1980, embarking on a journey filled with love, laughter, and unwavering support.

在一次永遠塑造他一生的偶然邂逅中，雷遇到了坎迪斯「坎迪」·尼斯，她後來成為他珍惜的人生伴侶。他們於 1980 年 6 月 16 日交換誓言，踏上了充滿愛、歡笑和堅定支持的旅程。

Ray's legacy extends far beyond his immediate family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Candy; his brother, Don Viinikka, of Canada; and his children: Christopher and Courtney Perala of Superior, Cari Ann and Andrew Paulson of Foxboro, and stepdaughter Amy Lynn and Mike Ribaudo of Superior. Among his loved ones, Ziva, his loyal Golden Retriever, and Flower, his precious feline companion, hold a special place in his heart.

雷的遺產遠遠超越了他的直系親屬。他身後留下了他忠誠的妻子坎迪。他的兄弟唐·維尼卡 (Don Viinikka) 來自加拿大；和他的孩子：蘇必利爾的克里斯托弗和考特尼·佩拉拉、福克斯伯勒的卡里·安和安德魯·保爾森、以及蘇必利爾的繼女艾米·林恩和邁克·裡鮑多。在他的親人中，他忠實的金毛獵犬 Ziva 和他珍貴的貓科動物夥伴 Flower 在他心中佔有特殊的地位。

Sadly, Ray's journey was marked by the passing of several loved ones, including his parents, brother Marvin Perala, and stepson Gary "Poncho" Brill. Yet, their memory lived on in his heart, inspiring him to cherish every moment with his remaining family.

遺憾的是，雷的旅程中伴隨著幾位親人的去世，包括他的父母、兄弟馬文·佩拉拉和繼子加里·「龐喬」·布里爾。然而，他們的記憶一直活在他的心裡，激勵他珍惜與剩下的家人在一起的每一刻。

Ray was a doting grandfather, attending countless events and activities to support his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. His unwavering love and guidance shaped their lives, instilling in them the values that had guided him throughout his own.

雷是一位溺愛孩子的祖父，參加了無數的活動來支持他的孫子、侄女和侄子。他堅定不移的愛和指導塑造了他們的生活，向他們灌輸了指導他一生的價值觀。

With unwavering dedication and an entrepreneurial spirit, Ray established and grew his appraisal business for over 40 years. His tireless work ethic fueled his unwavering commitment to providing a stable and fulfilling life for his family. His legacy as a successful businessman is a testament to his hard work, determination, and unwavering belief in his abilities.

憑藉著堅定不移的奉獻精神和創業精神，Ray 建立並發展了他的評估業務 40 多年。他孜孜不倦的職業道德促使他堅定不移地致力於為家人提供穩定而充實的生活。他作為一名成功商人的遺產證明了他的辛勤工作、決心和對自己能力的堅定信念。

Beyond his professional achievements, Ray was a generous and compassionate soul. He shared his success unhesitatingly, regularly opening his home to animals in need. His kindness and genuine heart extended to all who crossed his path, leaving an enduring mark on the lives of both people and animals alike.

除了他的職業成就之外，雷還是一個慷慨而富有同情心的人。他毫不猶豫地分享他的成功，並定期向有需要的動物開放他的家。他的善良和真誠的心惠及所有遇見他的人，在人類和動物的生活中留下了持久的印記。

Ray's passions extended beyond his family and business. He relished watching westerns, especially the Yellowstone series, immersing himself in the captivating narratives of the American frontier. Country music, with its timeless melodies and evocative lyrics, held a special place in his heart. He was also an avid coin collector, taking great pride in his meticulously curated collection.

雷的熱情超越了他的家庭和事業。他喜歡看西部片，尤其是《黃石公園》系列，讓自己沉浸在美國邊境的迷人故事中。鄉村音樂以其永恆的旋律和令人回味的歌詞在他心中佔有特殊的地位。他也是一位狂熱的錢幣收藏家，對自己精心收藏的收藏感到非常自豪。

In his leisure time, Ray found solace and serenity in the outdoors. He spent countless hours planting pine trees and tending to his yard, transforming his home into a sanctuary of nature. Ray and Candy shared over 40 years of memories in Lake Nebagamon, regularly welcoming animals in need into their loving home.

閒暇時，雷在戶外尋找安慰和寧靜。他花了無數的時間種植松樹並照顧他的院子，將他的家變成了大自然的庇護所。雷和坎迪在內巴加蒙湖分享了 40 多年的回憶，經常歡迎有需要的動物來到他們充滿愛的家。

Ray's unwavering optimism and infectious laughter lit up every room he entered. Even amidst life's challenges, he remained a beacon of hope and positivity, inspiring those around him to embrace life's adventures with a smile. His kindness and willingness to help others, no matter the circumstances, left an enduring legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come.

雷堅定不移的樂觀態度和富有感染力的笑聲照亮了他進入的每個房間。即使面對生活的挑戰，他仍然是希望和積極的燈塔，激勵周圍的人微笑著擁抱生活的冒險。無論情況如何，他的善良和幫助他人的意願留下了不朽的遺產，將繼續激勵子孫後代。

In his final days, Ray received exceptional care from the dedicated healthcare team at Essentia Health. Special gratitude is extended to Wanda and Reece, whose compassionate and personalized care brought comfort to Ray and his family during this difficult time.

在他生命的最後幾天，Ray 得到了 Essentia Health 專業醫療團隊的特殊護理。特別感謝萬達和里斯，他們富有同情心和個性化的護理在這段困難時期給雷和他的家人帶來了安慰。

As we bid farewell to our beloved Ray, his memory will forever remain etched in our hearts. His unwavering love, unwavering dedication, and infectious spirit will continue to guide and inspire us. While his physical presence may be gone, his legacy of kindness, generosity, and unwavering optimism will live on, leaving an enduring mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

當我們告別我們深愛的雷時，他的記憶將永遠銘刻在我們心中。祂堅定不移的愛、堅定不移的奉獻精神和富有感染力的精神將繼續指導和激勵我們。雖然他的遺體可能已經消失，但他的善良、慷慨和堅定的樂觀精神將繼續存在，為所有有幸認識他的人留下持久的印記。

A memorial service will be held at a later date to honor Ray's life and celebrate the countless memories he shared with his loved ones. Details will be announced in due course.

稍後將舉行追悼會，以紀念雷的一生並慶祝他與親人分享的無數回憶。詳情將適時公佈。

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association or the Lake Nebagamon Animal Shelter in Ray's memory. Your contributions will help perpetuate his legacy of compassion and care for both people and animals.

為了紀念雷，家人請求向美國心臟協會或內巴加蒙湖動物收容所捐款，以代替鮮花。您的貢獻將有助於延續他對人類和動物的同情和關懷的遺產。

The Lenroot-Maetzold Funeral Home, located at 1209 E. 5th Street in Superior, is honored to assist the family with arrangements. To leave a condolence, share a memory, or sign the guestbook, please visit www.lenroot-maetzold.com.

Lenroot-Maetzold 殯儀館位於蘇必利爾市東 5 街 1209 號，很榮幸能夠協助家人進行安排。如欲表達哀悼、分享回憶或在留言簿上簽名，請造訪 www.lenroot-maetzold.com。

We extend our deepest condolences to the Perala family and all who mourn Ray's passing. May his memory serve as a constant source of comfort and inspiration, reminding us that even in the face of adversity, kindness, love, and unwavering optimism can triumph.

我們向佩拉拉家族以及所有哀悼雷去世的人表示最深切的哀悼。願他的記憶成為安慰和靈感的源泉，提醒我們即使面對逆境，善良、愛和堅定不移的樂觀精神也能取得勝利。