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Linda L. Holtzman posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Carol and her family, my thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. I know how much you loved and respected him. My prayers are for your strength.
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Janis Klos posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Carol, our prayer's are with you and your family. Janis Klos and Pat Gumm
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Claudette & Conrad Peters posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Raymond, Josephine, Audrey and whole Gonzalez family. We of course remember all of you from the close knit Community of Center Line, and school friendships and business. We send our deepest sympathay and condolences, in the lose of Raymond. In addition, we will lift you up in prayer, for strength and encouragement, during this difficult time. Blessings from the Lord and All Our Love. Claudette and Con Peters
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Michael Hantman posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
On behalf of the gang at Goldfarb Bonding I'd like to offer our thoughts and prayers during your family's time of loss.
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Anne Marie posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Know that I am thinking and praying for your family. I admire the great care that you gave Ray. I'm sure he will always be with you. Sincerely Anne Marie Szalkowski
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Don & Linda (May) Gill posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Our love and prayers are with you all. love, Don and Linda (May) Gill
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Sandy Oswald posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
My thougths and prayers are with you. I think of your family as an extension of my own. You are in my heart forever. Love Sandy Oswald Godines
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Linda Weber posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Now, praise God he's at peace with the Savior! Can't even begin to comprehend what it must be like when a Believer graduates from this world to the place we were made to really live, the Kingdom of God! My thoughts and prayers are with the family asking God to send the Comforter to your hearts....you will see Ray again with a whole new body! Praise God!
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Carol Suwinski posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Ray was so blessed to have had all of you in his life. His life since his illness was a gift from all of you to him. Your caregiving allowed him to endure the horrible hand he was dealt. May your sorrow be brief and your wonderful memories of Ray last a lifetime.
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VICKI COOK posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Gonzalez Family, My prayers are with you to keep you strong in this time of great sorrow. The obituary put is so beautiful. He is home and at peace.The older I am getting I am realizing how fragile we all are...We must enjoy each moment we have.. Love and prayers, Vicki
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Shirley (Tepper) Schmidt posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
I am a former Centerline High classmate of Ray's and fellow performer in the 1958 Senior Play The Zombie; I played the French Maid to Ray's Zombie. He was a great guy in school and so much fun. I have thought of him often in the past 48 years and know that he will be greatly missed by your family. I send prayers for all of you.
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Sherry Richardson posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Many blessings on your journey Ray! What an inspiration to have known a life so challenged and yet lived so fully. May the memory of his strength and courage bring comfort to the family, in this difficult time of loss.
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Gail&Ron Winchester posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Gonzalez and Family, We were sorry to hear of Ray's passing, But just as Carol says--WE know he's in a better place. We share your sorrow in the loss of a child, as we lost our beloved Jennifer five years ago, before her 31st Birthday. Our hearts are with you today and know that as time passes, the wonderful memories seem to multiply and give comfort. Cherish each other here and now, and Heaven will take care of the rest. Love, Gail{Juszczyk} Winchester and Ron.
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Sue Beller posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Carol and Family. What a beautiful life Ray had and what a wonderful caring family he had! When someone so loved passes, one thing we can surely say is Sleep softly dear friend. God is with Ray and may He continue to bless your family. Most sincerely, Sue Beller
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Karen Gianino posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Gonzalez & Carol, you have my deepest sympathy and will be in my prayers. If you need anything, please call. Love, Karen
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Connie Carrier posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Raymond only came in to my life a few short months ago at Martha T Berry. His kind spirit and loving family has been a blessing to me. It is my prayer that Raymonds family finds peace in knowing that Raymond is with our Savior. God Bless you all. Connie
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Donna Dillard posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Carol & Family-- So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. You took such good care of him all these years and how difficult this must be. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Love, Your friend Donna
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Anna Kiser posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Mr.& Mrs. Gonzalez & Carol , We were so sorry to hear about Ray passing away ... our thoughts an prayers are with you ... I pray that you will find comfort in your precious memories of Ray an GOD will give you peace . All my love , Anna
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Kathy Bianculli posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
I feel priveleged to have been witness to the dedication and devotion given so freely by Carol and her entire family. Ray could not have lived his life so completely without this unending care and compassion. May you all find peace in your memories of Ray as he continues his journey with God.
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Bill & Anita Burns posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
May God bless you through the days of greiving your loss. Ray is in a great place, the memories you have of him will keep him close to your heart. Our prayers are with you.
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Laura Andronaco posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dearest Carol & Family, I am saddened to hear of Ray's passing. I have always admired your family's love and devotion to his care, along with his love for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers
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Diane Sauger posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
My condolences to the Gonzalez family. It has been years since I last seen Ray, but have kept him in my prayers. He was a kind and gentle man. I will never forget how he took the gang to Metro beach, many years ago.
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Gale Maleski posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Gonzalez and the whole Gonzalez family I know how hard it is to lose a loved one especially one as dear as Raymond. I'm convinced that he was one of the angels amongst us. He was such an inspiration to all who knew him. May you all be blessed for the loving and unselfish care you gave him for so many years, and find peace in the fact that he is whole again with the Lord All my love and prayers
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Rick Peters posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Carol & family, You and your family have my sincere sympathies. Although I never knew Ray personally, my brother Ron told me that Ray inspired him many times. He also sends his sympathies. Thank care, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rick Peters, Warren, Mi.
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Gary & Karen McLand posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Carol, Pat called me yesterday afternoon and told me. I called Karen and she said she has just received an email form you and she knew immediately by the subject what the email was about. The obituary was beautiful and inspirational. Carol, we are profoundly moved by your loss. You, David and your family have been angles from heaven for Ray and we are proud of you for what you have done over the years. No words are eloquent enough to express our feelings; just know we are embracing, loving and hugging you. Love, Gary & Karen
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Beverly Owczarek posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Carol and Family, I am saddened to hear the news of your brother Ray. May he rest in peace. You and your family are shining examples for everyone for the care of Ray for so many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Beverly Owczarek
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Judi (Terebesy) Frocillo posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
I attended St. Clement grade school with Raymond and lived only a few blocks from the family. I remember running into Ray at my fathers business. He bought me a drink and we had a nice talk. I chose to remember him as I last saw him, even though I knew of his illness. I have through the years prayed for him, and now I pray for his beloved family that took such great care of him. God Bless each and everyone of you and God Bless Ray.
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Sue Aubrey posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with Ray and also to the wonderful family that took care of him so long. You all are incredible people and God was good to give all of you that strength.
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laura hopcroft posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Carol,Dave,Corey,Noel and rest of you family, especially your mom and dad, Larry and I would like to extend our deepest thoughts and prayers to you all. Ray is in a better place but no one will ever love and care for him the way that you did. You are a special family. Love Laura and Larry Hopcroft
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Anne &Walker Archer and Bryce posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Gonzalez Family, Our prayers are with you. When I think of Ray, I'm reminded of an angel of God. He had a gentle caring heart and a beautiful, but short mission on this earth. He's taken his place with the angels and saints.
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Veronica Schnur Lents posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May you find the peace and comfort you so deserve.
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JUANITA & BILL CHASTAIN posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
DEAR CAROL & FAMILY, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE WONDERFUL AND RAY WAS SO FORTUNATE TO HAVE BEEN BORN INTO A FAMILY THAT LOVED AND CARED FOR HIM SO VERY MUCH. HE IS RESTING IN GODS ARMS UNTIL YOU ALL MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN. LOVE YOU SO MUCH, JUANITA
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Joann Malecki posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Gonzalez family, Ray died the way he lived peacefully. On Friday morning a nurse said to Ray your angels are around you, refering to the nurses caring for him. We now know that he was also surrounded by heavenly angels sent to take him home. Ray's death is a loss for the hospice team. We miss him. Ray will be in our hearts forever. May God's grace comfort you. Joann Malecki Hospice Social Worker
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Jerry Howard, Tom Wojno posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Sorry to hear about your loss. It is now hoped, he is in a better place without pain and discomfort. With sympathy, Friends of Art and Carol
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Rogelio Hernandez posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
On behalf of the Hernandez Family, formerly of Southwest Detroit, I send our prayers and thoughts to the entire Gonzalez Family. We are proud to have had such a brave and good man as a part of our larger Family. God bless him. Rogelio Hernandez Son of Elisa and Toney
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Jean Mathews posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Carol, Dave and the Gonzalez family, My heart felt condolences on Ray's passing. The years growing up on State Park and spending our summers playing Canasta in your back yard are just faint memories now, though I clearly remember how devoted you all were to taking care of Ray. Though there is pain for all of you, Ray is in a better place, no longer limited by an earthly body and free from any pain he may have felt through the years. He's rejoicing in Heaven with God now!! With the wheelchair cast aside he's able to walk, dance, and move freely for the first time in decades! Yes, he's in a much better place today. For those that remain, my heart and prayers are with you. May you feel God's loving arms around you wiping away the tears. With love, Jean (Wojtowicz) Mathews
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Kathy Lukas posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Gonzalez Family, I went to CLHS with Ray, and he stood up for my wedding in 1960. I will always remember him as he was then. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kathy Lukas
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Jeanne (McReavy) Dulek posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Fellow Classmate from the Center Line class of 1958. Ray was a wonderful person. I have many fond memories of him from school. I got out my year books and read what he wrote over the years and it reminded me of all the memories. I hope the family finds peace and my prayers are with all.
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Amy & Jay Thornton posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Carol & Dave as well as your family~We are sorry for your loss, but what an inspiration your family has been through your unending dedication and unselfish care of your brother, Ray. Thanks for being such great examples to us, and may God give you and your family strength and peace during this difficult time.
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Audrey Long posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Gonzalez Family.. Raymond can now spread his wings and fly above us.. He is whole again, With God's loving arms all around. Raymond was a very special man, I am very Thankful to have kown him for the short time I was allowed.. I will keep your family in my prayers.. May God bless you all.
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Linda Happel posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dearest Carol, Please extend my sincere condolences to your family. I feel blessed to have been witness these last 12 years to your unfailing love and devotion to Ray. This small slice of his lifetime allowed me to witness a little bit of Ray's wit and addiction to any professional sport on television. What a thrill for me to bring a smile to his face just by bringing him a greasy McDonald's breakfast. I am honored to have been in his presence. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you all, Linda Happel
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Andrea Neely posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Carol and the rest of the family, I feel very privileged to have known Ray for a short time. I know he will be missed by so many especially my son Joshua. He loved his Uncle very much and always talked about him. They shared their love of sports together. I have never met a person who faced such challenges as Ray with such a positive attitude. Anytime I have ever seen him he was always smiling. That is just a reflection of what a loving and caring family you all were to him. The care and sacrifice you have all made to take such exceptional care of your brother, son, uncle, and brother-in-law is such an inspiration to all of us. May you somehow find peace in your time of loss knowing that Ray is now in a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Andrea
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Jackie gGriffith Spens posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Ray i can remember you like it was yesterday. We had so much fun in school and out of school. you were always a good guy and I will always have a song in my heart for you. God bless your whole family as they go through losing you. Our class of 1958 will miss you and will always love you. your friend always, Jackie Griffith.
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Cheryl (O'Neal) & Bob Mabry posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Carol and family, Our deepest heart felt sympathy to you and yours. Be thankful for the wonderful memories you have of Ray. All of your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of greif. Our Love Cheir & Bob
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Patrick and Gail (England) Butts posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Ray and Art, We would like to send our thoughts and prayers to both of you and the rest of the family. Although we never met you son and brother we know that he was special just because of the way you both are. May he rest in peace with the lord and shine down on you for all the love you gave to him. Reguards, Pat and Gail Macomb County Sheriff Department
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Adele Dixon posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Gonzales Family, My sincere condolences to all of you. I attended St. Clement and CLHS with Ray and have many fond memories of knowing him all those years. My prayers are with all of you. Adele (Dutkiewicz) Dixon
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Phyllis (Scharf) Russ posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
To Ray's Loving Family I am so glad Ray received my email. I hope it brought a smile to his face. We were friends for such a long time and I wanted him to know how often he was on my mind. Until I moved from the Warren area I spent many hours with Ray and I never heard him complain about his illness. He always had a smile and we had such fun talking about our days at CLHS and the years before he became so sick. We laughted a lot. I will miss my good friend but take comfort that he is at peace and in a much better place. My prayers are with Ray and the wonderful family that took such good care of him for so long.
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Jan Dominic posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Ray and Josephine, I am so sad for the recent loss of your beloved son Ray. You have always had a very special place in my life and heart I know what you are feeling and wish I could be there to wrap my arms around you. You are always in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless, I love you. Jan
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Blanca Larson posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
May you know that the Love and Care that you gave your Ray will never be forgotten and can never be repaid. Rest assured that Jesus was always watching and that Ray is grateful for those Loving hands that touched his very soul. Ray is now whole, he is no longer suffering and he is one with the Lord! He is your angel that will pray for you! God Bless. We Love You. Blanca
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Marlene Sabados Williams posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy goes to the family and friends of Ray. He was such a nice guy, in my class and his smile was always there and so beautiful. He will be missed by everyone who came in contact with him. God Bless...........
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Arthur J Gonzalez posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
My sincerest condolences to my Uncle Raymond, Aunt Josephine, cousins Audrey, Carole, and Arthur for the loss of your very beloved son and brother, whom I know you all loved dearly and gave so much of yourselves to make his life spiritual and meaningful. He is in a much better place now, free from suffering and he will be saving a place at his table for all of us. I love you all. Arthur
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Rosie Gonzalez Phillips posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Uncle Ramon and Aunt Josephine, I was truly sorry to hear about Ray's passing. Our faith has carried all of us through life's challenges because of this we know that he is in a wonderful place and is with Welo and Wela(she's making him some hot tortillas). I never met Ray but I have always heard from Mother that he was a special individual. Despite his disabilities he appears to have lived life to the fullest. I will keep both of you and and your family in my prayers. Love, Rosie (Amalia's) Daughter
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Ann Frances Jerzowski posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Ray was always so sweet to me. I remember when I told him about going into my apprenticeship for becoming a toolmaker and he was really interested in my math courses. We didn't have long conversations about algebra, but he always showed interest. When he became really ill in these last months, he and I discussed many of the amazing things he accomplished before he became paralyzed...such as learning to fly, his plans for future employment, etc. One might think about how sad that he didn't accomplish what he had set out to do...but how many people have you ever met who were always kind, always happy to see you, always ready to listen to you and always happy for your successes in life Ray touched people in ways that many of us who are perfectly mobile may never be able to do.
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Steve Jerzowski posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
I may not have visited that often with Ray, but what I do remember was that around his birthday,we'd get to see what a sports fan he was and enjoy it as well.
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Karen Cooper posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
I have many fond memories of Ray, more so since he stayed with Carol and David, at one time living just around the corner from my family. I am Ray's cousin and occasionally when I visited I would give him his beloved cup of coffee. I always said he was the fastest coffee drinker in the world-I was amazed! I loved the look in Ray's eyes when he was being a stinker-it was the cutest little boy look-he just loved a good joke or to make someone laugh with his good sense of humor!
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judith kampman posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
I can never think of Ray without remembering all the crazy, fun double dates we had in high school. He even visited me a few times when he came to California. Ray was always the same, happy and enjoying life. Ray's carefree life was short but he packed in more than most do in a life time. He was so fortunate to have such a wonderful family. My sympathies. To Ray, walk free.
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