Auntie Marge and family - I'm so sorry for Uncle Ray's passing, but happy I got to see the both of you on my last visit to Amherst a couple of years ago when he was still getting around.
Words fail me because there is a lifetime of memories I have of him.
Uncle Ray was a bigger-than-life kind of guy, in my eyes - especially after the Oregon incident. But, it was the normal activities like the picnics and bacon fries, showers, weddings, and all the other events...sometimes, just sitting around our kitchen tables and talking and laughing that fills me with great love and admiration for him. Both my parents absolutely adored the both of you. As kids, we always got excited when you and Ray would pull into the yard.
Uncle Ray was my last uncle and always made me feel okay about myself. He accepted me, as is. He was a very positive role model for me and a gentleman.
He's excellent company now with the others we've had to let go of.
I'm sorry I'm not there, but I know that your wonderful family will surround you with great love, comfort and care.
You are always in my thoughts and prayers. I love you.
Bob
