Extract from the 1930 Census:
Name: Raymond F McSorley
Age: 2 4/12
Estimated birth year: 1927
Birthplace: Wisconsin
Race: white
Sex: male
Relation to head-of-house: son
Home in 1930: Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Address: 540 Niagara Street
Marital status: single
Father's birthplace: Wisconsin
Mother's birthplace: Wisconsin
Occupation: none
Siblings living at home: Patricia A (age 3 4/12), Jerome D (1 1/12), and William C (0/12)
Census place: Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wisconsin; Roll: 2571; Page: ; Enumeration District: 14; Image: 914.0
Date: 11 Apr 1930

Extract from the 1940 Census:
Name: Raymond McSorley
Age: 12
Estimated birth year: 1928
Birthplace: Wisconsin
Race: white
Sex: male
Relation to head-of-house: son
Home in 1940: Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Address: 904 James Street
Marital status: single
Highest grade of school completed: 6
Living on farm: no
Place of residence in 1935: same house
Occupation: attending school
Siblings living at home: Patricia (age 13), Jerome (11), William (10), Arthur (9), Kathleen (5), and Lawrence (2)
Census place: Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wisconsin; Roll: T627_4477; Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 18-18
Date: 17 Apr 1940

Extract from U.S. World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947:
Name: Raymond Francis McSorley Jr
Age: 18
Birth date: 25 Dec 1927
Birth place: Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Race: white
Address: 904 James Street, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Telephone: 4348
Next of kin: Raymond F McSorley Sr, 904 James Street, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Employer: discharged - Navy
Height: 5 feet 11½ inches
Weight: 148
Eyes: brown
Hair: brown
Complexion: ruddy
Other characteristics: none
Registration date: 22 Jul 1946

Article:
Eau Claire Men Enlist in Navy
A large number of young men from Eau Claire have recently been enlisted in the U.S. Navy, stated R. W. Shuey CY, United States Naval Reserve, recruiter in charge of the Navy Recruiting Station, Chippewa Falls.
John R. Duxbury, 514 Chippewa Street and Dale L. Baldwin, 113½ South Farwell Street, were enlisted as Seamen First Class (Radar Trainee). They will receive 10 months of specialized training in this new field.
The following were enlisted for General Service: Eugene Chinnock, 1037 Barland Street; Roy Nimsger, 3080 Chippewa Street; Earl Haddeman, Route 5; James Rathbun, 401 Lincoln; Dennis E. Gibson, 530 McDonough; Tobias G. Melville, 193 Plum Street; George J. Mikesell, 417 Marston Avenue.
Laurence A. Hellmueller, 913 Cedar Street; Romaine M. Berg; Charles G. Rada, 110 South Dewey Street; Victor W. Robertson, 604 Fourth Street; Raymond F. McSorley, 904 James Street; Francis E. Nowak, 807 First Street; Earl Christensen, 402 North Michigan; Hugh M. Rongstad, 510 Forest Street; Gordon D. Skistad, 621 Center; George V. Weig, 428 Vine Street, and Byron G. Whitted 1104 5th Avenue.
Navy Recruiter E. J. Beauchaine, Specialist First Class (R), United States Naval Reserve, is at the Post Office Building, Room 32, every Thursday.

Extract from the 1950 Census:
Name: Raymond F McSorley Jr
Age: 22
Estimated birth year: 1928
Birthplace: Wisconsin
Race: white
Sex: male
Relation to head-of-house: head
Home in 1950: Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Address: 916 Fountain Street
Marital status: married
Living on farm: no
Occupation: shapes tires
Industry: rubber company
At work during last week: yes
Number of hours worked: 44
Class of worker: for private employer
Census place: Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Date: 12 Apr 1950

Article from the "Herald Times" of Manitowoc, Wisconsin dated 13 Oct 1966:
Manitowoc - Raymond F. McSorley Jr., 38, of Kimberly, was injured slightly when a pickup truck skidded into the path of an automobile he was driving a half mile east of Whitelaw on Highway 10 at about 7:15 p.m. Wednesday.
McSorley, one of five occupants in the car, was bruised about the left knee and right elbow and indicated he would see a doctor later.
The truck involved was operated by Robert N. Wenzlaff, 30, of Rt. 2, Cato.
There was extensive damage to the left rear of the truck and the car's left front section.

Article from the "Post Crescent" of Appleton, Wisconsin dated 7 Nov 1967:
Kimberly - Raymond McSorley, 220 S. Willow St., reported someone apparently attempted to steal an auto from his home, pushed it into an alley behind the home, but gave up when unable to start the vehicle. McSorley indicated the auto was not in running condition.

Article from the "Post-Crescent" of Appleton, Wisconsin dated 18 Aug 1972:
Kimberly - Village police are investigating the theft of a 21-foot trailer from Mac's Camping Center, 311 S. Railroad St.
Raymond McSorley, owner of the trailer sales lot, reported the theft Tuesday afternoon. He said his son had not noticed the trailer missing on Tuesday morning.
The avocado-colored trailer was valued at $4,296.

Article from the "Post-Crescent" of Appleton, Wisconsin dated 21 Nov 1974:
Kimberly - Jill A. McSorley and Dave A. Hanson will marry in the summer of 1975. Their engagement has been announced by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond McSorley, 220 Willow St. Her fiancé is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Hanson, 1048 E. Eldorado St., Appleton.

Obituary from the "Times-Villager" of Kaukauna, Wisconsin:
Raymond F. McSorley, Little Chute
Age 77, passed away at his home on Sunday, May 1, 2005. Ray was born in Eau Claire on Christmas Day of 1927, son of the late Raymond and Olive (Pettis) McSorley. In 1945, he graduated from high school and promptly entered the United States Navy and served near the end of World War II. In April of 1948 Ray married the former Ila Jean Steuding in Altoona, Wis.; she survives. In 1950, Ray re-entered the United States Navy, this time serving during the Korean Conflict. He received his discharge in 1952 and began work for the Eau Claire Fire Department, where he was employed for a time. From 1967 until 1975, Ray owned and operated Mac's Camping Center in Kimberly. In addition, Ray was also employed by the Kimberly school district as the superintendent of building and grounds. Ray also worked as a pipe fitter for Kimberly-Clark Corp. for 17 years, retiring in 1990. Ray enjoyed attending auctions and sales looking for antique furniture, which he took great pride in repairing and refinishing. He was also an avid deer hunter, and enjoyed sports of all kinds. His family was near and dear to his heart, and spending time with the grandchildren and great-grandchildren was a favorite pastime.
Ray is survived by his wife: Ila Jean "Dee" McSorley of Little Chute; six children: Jeff (Mary) McSorley of Appleton; Randy (Lori) McSorley of Kaukauna; Kevin (Cheryl) McSorley Little Chute; Jill (Dave) Hanson of Symco; Pam McSorley of Kaukauna; Kelly McSorley of Winthrop, Mass.; eight grandchildren: Nicole (Steve) Leitermann and their children: Eli and Aubree; Ryan (Jenny) McSorley and their son: Dustin; Molly McSorley; Andrew McSorley; Peggy Sue McSorley; Bobbi (John) Hicken and their children: Bryce and Allison; Scott (Jill Deimel) Hanson and children: Alexis, Madison, and Jaylene; and Noelle McSorley. Ray is also survived by nine brothers and sisters: William (Lila) McSorley of Eau Claire; Kathleen (Art) Lanman of Bloomington, Minn.: Larry (Jeanette) McSorley of Eau Claire; Virginia Rudd of Riverside, Calif.; Arthur (Diane) McSorley of Phoenix, Ariz.; Jeanne (Terry) Bartle of Eau Claire; Jan (Walter) Legge of Eau Claire; Dennis (Nancy) McSorley of Eau Claire; and Deanna (Jim) McDonald of Belle Plaine, Minn.
Other survivors include Ila's brothers and sisters: Charles (Beverly) Steuding; John (Betty) Steuding; Jim Steuding; and Kathleen Wagner, all of Altoona; and Patsy Kiefus of Sommerfield, Fla.; a brother-in-law: Russ Thompson of Phoenix; a sister-in-law Betty McSorley of Zapata, Calif., as well as by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents, a sister: Patricia Barnum Thompson, a brother: Jerome McSorley, and brothers-in-law: Bob Rudd, Tony Wagner and Jack Kiefus.
The memorial funeral liturgy for Ray will be held at noon on Thursday, May 5, 2005, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 2401 Main Ave. in Kaukauna with Fr. David Schmidt officiating. Military rites will follow the liturgy at the church. Friends may call at the funeral home tonight, Wednesday, from 4-8 p.m. and again at the church on Thursday from 11 a.m. until the hour of the service. There will be a parish prayer and scripture service at 6 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, at the funeral home.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to all of the wonderful people at Appleton Medical Center. Special among them are Dave, Bill, and Grace from Respiratory Therapy and the nursing staffs from 2nd Floor South and 4th Floor North. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Ila would also like to thank their dear family friends, Al and Judy Leicht, for their many visits, kind thoughts, and companionship.
Jansen Fargo Funeral Home
204 E. Kimberly Avenue
Kimberly 788-6202
www.fargofuneralhomes.com

Obituary from the "Leader-Telegram" of Eau Claire, Wisconsin dated 3 May 2005:
Raymond McSorley
Raymond F. McSorley, age 77, formerly of Eau Claire passed away at his home in Little Chute on Sunday, May 1, 2005. Ray was born in Eau Claire, Wis., on Christmas Day of 1927, son of the late Raymond and Olive (Pettis) McSorley.
Ray is survived by his wife, Ila Jean "Dee" McSorley of Little Chute; six children, Jeff (Mary) McSorley of Appleton, Randy (Lori) McSorley of Kaukauna, Kevin (Cheryl) of Little Chute, Jill (Dave) Hanson of Symco, Pam McSorley of Kaukauna and Kelly McSorley of Winthrop, Mass.; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; nine brothers and sisters, William (Lila) McSorley of Eau Claire, Kathleen (Art) Lanman of Bloomington, Minn., Larry (Jeanette) McSorley of Eau Claire, Virginia Rudd of Riverside, Calif., Arthur (Diane) McSorley of Phoenix, Ariz., Jeanne (Terry) Bartle of Eau Claire, Jan (Walter) Legge of Eau Claire, Dennis (Nancy) McSorley of Eau Claire and Deanna (Jim) McDonald of Belle Plaine, Minn. Other survivors include Ila's brothers and sisters, Charles (Beverly) Steuding, John (Betty) Steuding, Jim Steuding, and Kathleen Wagner all of Altoona, and Patsy Kiefus of Sommerfield, Fla.; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
The memorial funeral liturgy for Ray will be at noon on Thursday, May 5, 2005, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 2401 Main Ave. in Kaukauna with Fr. David Schmidt officiating. Military rites will follow the liturgy at the church.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at Jansen Fargo Funeral Home, 204 E. Kimberly Ave., Kimberly, Wis., where there will be a 6 p.m. parish prayer and Scripture service, and again at the church on Thursday from 11 a.m. until the hour of the service.
Jansen Fargo Funeral Home, 920-788-6202, www.fargofuneralhomes.com.

Obituary from the Jansen Fargo Funeral Home web page at www.fargofuneralhomes.com:
Raymond F. McSorley
Born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin on Dec. 25, 1927
Died on May 1, 2005 and resided in Little Chute, Wisconsin
Age 77, passed away at his home on Sunday, May 1, 2005. Ray was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin on Christmas Day of 1927, son of the late Raymond and Olive (Pettis) McSorley. In 1945, he graduated from High School and promptly entered the United States Navy and served near the end of World War II. In April of 1948, Ray married the former Ila Jean Steuding in Altoona, Wisconsin; she survives. In 1950, Ray re-entered the United States Navy, this time serving during the Korean Conflict. He received his discharge in 1952 and began work for the Eau Claire Fire Department where he was employed for a time. From 1967 until 1975, Ray owned and operated Mac's Camping Center in Kimberly. In addition, Ray was also employed by the Kimberly School District as the superintendent of building and grounds. Ray also worked as a pipe fitter for the Kimberly Clark Corporation for seventeen years, retiring in 1990. Ray enjoyed attending auctions and sales looking for antique furniture which he took great pride in repairing and refinishing. He was also an avid deer hunter, and enjoyed sports of all kinds. His family was near and dear to his heart, and spending time with the grandchildren and great-grandchildren was a favorite pastime.
Ray is survived by his wife: Ila Jean "Dee" McSorley of Little Chute; six children: Jeff (Mary) McSorley of Appleton; Randy (Lori) McSorley of Kaukauna; Kevin (Cheryl) Little Chute; Jill (Dave) Hanson of Symco; Pam McSorley of Kaukauna; Kelly McSorley of Winthrop, Massachusetts; eight grandchildren: Nicole (Steve) Leitermann and their children Eli and Aubree; Ryan (Jenny) McSorley and their son Dustin; Molly McSorley; Andrew McSorley; Peggy Sue McSorley; Bobbi (John) Hicken and their children Bryce and Allison; Scott (Jill Deimel) Hanson and children Alexis, Madison, and Jaylene; and Noelle McSorley. Ray is also survived by nine brothers and sisters: William (Lila) McSorley of Eau Claire; Kathleen (Art) Lanman of Bloomington, Minnesota: Larry (Jeanette) McSorley of Eau Claire; Virginia Rudd of Riverside, California; Arthur (Diane) McSorley of Phoenix, Arizona; Jeanne (Terry) Bartle of Eau Claire; Jan (Walter) Legge of Eau Claire; Dennis (Nancy) McSorley of Eau Claire; and Deanna (Jim) McDonald of Belle Plaine, Minnesota. Other survivors include Ila's brothers and sisters: Charles (Beverly) Steuding; John (Betty) Steuding; Jim Steuding of Altoona; and Kathleen Wagner all of Altoona; and Patsy Kiefus of Sommerfield, Florida; a brother-in-law Russ Thompson of Phoenix; a sister-in-law Betty McSorley of Zapata, California, as well as by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Patricia Barnum Thompson, a brother Jerome McSorley, brothers-in-law Bob Rudd , Tony Wagner, and Jack Kiefus.
The memorial funeral liturgy for Ray will be held at 12:00 noon on Thursday, May 5, 2005 at St. Aloysuius Catholic Church, 2401 Main Avenue in Kaukauna with Fr. David Schmidt officiating. Military rites will follow the liturgy at the church. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4:00 until 8:00 PM and again at the church on Thursday from 11:00 AM until the hour of the service. There will be a parish prayer and scripture service at 6:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to all of the wonderful people at Appleton Medical Center. Special among them are Dave, Bill, and Grace from Respiratory Therapy and the nursing staffs from 2nd Floor South and 4th Floor North. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Ila would also like to thank their dear family friends Al and Judy Leicht for their many visits, kind thoughts, and companionship.
Jansen Fargo Funeral Home
204 E Kimberly Avenue
Kimberly WI 54136
920-788-6202

He married Ila Jean Steuding April 1948 in Altoona, Eau Claire, Wisconsin.