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Mass for Raymond J. Brabec, 66, a musician, band leader and composer, will be said at 10 a.m. Thursday in Queen of All Saints Basilica, 6280 N. Sauganash Ave. Mr. Brabec, of Barrington, died Sunday in Northwest Community Hospital, Arlington Heights. During his more than 30 years as a professional musician, Mr. Brabec`s performance ranged from Broadway musicals to commericals and industrial shows, in this country and in Europe. He served in the Coast Guard during World War II. Survivors include his wife, Mae Rose; 3 daughters, Carol Thomas, Lynn Grueneberg and Mary Anne Pollock; 10
grandchildren; his father, Joseph J.; a brother; and a sister.
