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Menards and community mourning death of long time pitchman

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You'll recognize his hair, dark glasses, distinct voice, Ray Szmanda passed away at age 91.

He worked in TV and radio in the 1950's, and operated a broadcast school in Wausau. He joined Menards in 1976.

Menards GM Rocky Ridel says he was positive and even walked through the store.

"He's a ery nice guy just a great guy always in a great mood, very professional, often times he would help our guests while they were waiting to get the next shot set up," said Riedel.

Szmanda is a native of Milwaukee, and a world war two veteran.

Visitation is set for Thursday the 10th  in Antigo, his funeral will be held that Saturday.