I just saw on Facebook about Raymond's death and this page. I went to school with him for a number of years when he went to Oak Grove and have good memories of him and the good person that he was. My sympathy and prayers are with you.
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Raymond was such a fun, witty and protective friend. The memories I have of him in high school will always be cherished. We chatted a bit on FB a few years ago about life, work, those crazy times in school but mostly our kids. It was crystal clear that his kiddos were his world.
Prayers for the entire family for comfort and peace.
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Prayer and condolences to Raymond's family. I knew him when we were younger (Pine Forest/Oak Grove), and he was a sweetheart. He was one of my very good friends back then. As time went on, we lost touch. We reconnected for a little while on FB then we lost touch again. No matter how much time has gone by, I still remember the fun-loving friend that he was. Judging by the pictures I've seen, he never lost that. He was a great friend, so I know he was a great father just as I know he will be missed by many.
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Elisabeth, and the rest of the family, Ray made an enormous impact on me, and you have my most heartfelt condolences.
Many folks who knew him from work and family may not have known that for years he was known in the naval world for running the Information Dissemination naval analysis website. He was a marvel. At work and with family by day, he did some of the most cutting-edge naval analysis of the early 21st century by night. He was a huge influence and help for many of us who served in the Navy, those outside the service who were still interested in our national security, and who got a start on our own writing and thinking with his mentorship. More than once his writing influenced naval policy at the highest levels. He's been out of the naval world for several years now but had an enormous impact on our navy from his seat on the outside, and through the generation of naval thinkers he encouraged.
Fair Winds and Following Seas, Ray. We'll see you on the other side.
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The Morrell Family sends deepest condolences to Raymond’s family - especially
his beloved children
Elisabeth , Gracelyn & Michael
Prayers of comfort -
Beth you are in our thoughts & prayers as well
We lived across the street for 20 years before we all moved from Boylston Dr in 2017 Fond memories of the hood!
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My thoughts and prayers are with all of Raymond's family.
Sincerely,
Rebecca Rockey
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I've been searching for the right word to describe Raymond. Fierce is what I wound up with after thinking about him the last 24 hours. It's wild how things you haven't thought about in decades are so readily recalled when finality does the prompting. In every memory, clear as can be, there was Raymond doing something fierce. He was the kind of guy you wanted on your side. If he wasn't, you probably didn't like him much because he'd let you know. Fiercely. For all of us who were on his side, he also left no room for doubt. There was a fierceness to earning a high-five, a hug or even a wink and a smile from Raymond. In the hallways or classrooms at school, the trampoline in his backyard, on the soccer field or the basketball court - you weren't ever wasting time when Raymond was involved, because he was always present and he was always fierce. I didn't know him as a father or a colleague or even a neighbor after high school, but I bet his kids know exactly what I mean, and that makes me happy. There's also a good chance the guy next door didn't like him. In which case, shame on him, and shame on anyone who didn't earn the right to be Raymond's friend and be fiercely loved by him. Thanks for all the memories, Raymond.
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My condolences to Raymond's family. I am deeply sorry for such a tragic loss. I first met Raymond when he was 4 years old he was the cutest little thing with a big heart. As a grown man, he maintained that big heart for all his family and friends.
Be strong dear friends, and know you have the support and love of so many around you.
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Sending my deepest condolences to all those who knew and loved Ray, and my most heartfelt sympathies to Elisabeth, Gracelyn, and Michael for their tremendous loss.💔 Ray was a great man, a great dad, and a great friend. He always had a kind word, a listening ear, and the natural ability to have a deep and meaningful conversation. I loved the way he loved capturing candid photos and never missed an opportunity to snap a picture! Ray will be missed deeply.❤️
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