Uncle Ray was such a cool cat. He was a funny, light hearted & outgoing guy. He was a young guy in body & heart. It was inspiring to see him be active even in old age, even cycling weeks before his passing! Uncle Ray lived life to the fullest and I believe he loved how it turned out which makes me happy 😊 

I wish I had a recording of some of uncle Rays phrases, but I’ll always remember his ways of saying ‘heyyyy’ & ’what the heck’ so many memories but my family will always cherish our moments together.

Anne and family:

I’m so sorry for your tremendous loss. I am keeping all in my prayers. 🙏

Ray was Ski King.  Snow and Water!  He taught many of us to ski.  He was a great Dad and Uncle.  A life well-lived.  RIP.

Uncle Ray, as Tracy would say, was a Legend and he will never be forgotten. He was loved by so many. Just a wonderful man. 

Ray you sure led a well lived life. My kids sure liked the adventures they had when they got to go with Cara to the lake or the mountains.  You are a good uncle.  Rest in peace. Fresh Powder and lakes like glass!

WE LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH !! OUR HEARTS ACHE FOR YOU ALL!! OUR UNCLE RAY WAS SUCH FUN GUY!! I REMEMBER AS A LITTLE GIRL WATCHING HIM WATER SKIING  AND HE MADE SURE WE  ALL LEARNED HOW TO SKI AND THAT WE ALL GOT A TURN ! I GOT TO SEE HIM RUN THE CHICAGO MARATHON!! HE WAS SUCH AN AMAZING ATHLETE!! I GOT TO SEE HIS BUSINESS! HE HAD SO MANY TALENTS !!I KNOW WE ARE ALL SO PROUD OF HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS!! WE ARE KEEPING YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ANNE AND THE FAMILY!! WE MISS YOU ALL SO MUCH !! IT IS SO HARD LIVING SO FAR APART BUT PLEASE KNOW WE ARE KEEPING ALL OF YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!!

ALL OUR LOVE LISA AND BARRY GILES