Raymond P. Church III
1977 - 2020
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Andrew lit a candle
Saturday, January 9, 2021
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Ray was one if the first people I met when I start working at Feasterville Acme. Without knowing me he gave me rides to the bus stop before I got my car. He was the nicest person I ever met, and a great person to work with. Working nights won't ever be the same again.
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Erin lit a candle
Friday, January 8, 2021
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Beth Diehl posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
I’ve never known another person to have such a positive effect on people as Ray did. Everyone loved him. He was everyone’s friend. I really am lucky to have had Ray in my life and to have been able to make as many memories as I did with him. Ray knew all my favorite boy band songs, and all my favorite boy band members. He could relate any life situation to a Seinfeld episode. He was so easygoing and laid back and had the best sense of humor. He was supportive and loyal. When Ted and I bought our first house we had a housewarming party - he came over around midnight, after his shift at ACME to see it. He loved animals and had such a huge heart when it came to them. Ray never tried to impress anyone or make anyone feel bad about themselves. He wasn’t materialistic or showy. If you were down on your luck, Ray would help you out without making you feel like it was handout. He literally gave my stepson an Iron Maiden t-shirt off his back because he was getting into metal and Ray loved that. Thinking of all these moments and things Ray said and did ... it’s just such a huge loss for all of us that we no longer have him with us. I’ll always miss him and keep him near to my heart. I’ll still laugh at all the same things I laughed at with Ray, and keep his memory alive. I truly hope I can do his memory justice and be half as good of a person that Ray was, he was one of the absolute best people I’ve ever known. Love and miss you forever Ray ❤️❤️
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Jenna lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Ray was the best cousin. He was funny, silly, and kind. We shared so many good times together, especially down the shore, which I will forever cherish.
One of my favorite Ray memories was when I stayed at his place down the shore. He woke the whole house up in the morning by blasting “I want it that way” by the Backstreet Boys, haha. Ray was one of a kind and will be greatly missed ❤️
Sarada L. Sterling lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Ray was a great guy, always helping others. He gave my daughter a bunch of Hess Collectible trucks. When I left Acme and he started a 2nd job he always came into my new job and asked how my family was.. He will be missed dearly
Rick Reid posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2021
Raymond was often unable to attend Christmas gatherings at my house, and sometimes was unable to make it to the Wieckowski family Easter gatherings - all because of his irregular work schedule, and he was very devoted to his work, as we all know. A couple of years ago I had the good fortune to spend most of the night talking to him down the shore, after everybody else had gone to bed, over an enormous quantity of cans of beer. We talked about our lives, and I shared quite a few things about the lives his Dad and I lived together. He was very interested, since he worshipped his Dad. I though we would have many opportunities to repeat that, but it was not to be.
Raymond was an extraordinary kid. I was always amazed that he had almost no interest in material things, and I once asked him about this when he was in his twenties. He confirmed that he had no interest in the stereo systems that were so popular then, nor in having a fancy car, nor in having any material things for that matter.
I am happy to know that Raymond and Michele found each other and were building a life together. My profound condolences to you, Michele.
I know how tragic the loss of your only son is for you, Bea, and how devastated you are, Dana, by the loss of your beloved brother. I know no words that can console either of you, since this is a wound that does not heal - the pain only becomes duller with time.
Rest in peace, Raymond. We will keep you alive in our memories, our thoughts, and our words.
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Michele uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, January 2, 2021
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Ray, this is utterly impossible. I’m shaking as I try to write this. My boyfriend, my partner for over a decade, my best friend, my heart, my world, my reason for living, my reason for being. My mind and heart have not accepted this. I am nothing, and I have no heart anymore. Every one you met, you left an impression on with your kindness and sense of humor. Looking at photos of you, I can almost reach out and touch you. I know what every piece of clothing felt like on you, what every part of you feels like. My whole reason for being was you, and our life together. I was grateful every day for us and our relationship—I never took it for granted and I know you didn’t either. I was always in awe of your sense of humor, how you saw things, how you saw the world. You saw more in me than I’ve ever seen in myself. You are such an extension of me, such a part of me, that I will truly never be whole again. I could literally write for an eternity about you, and I will. I love you, and I miss you, and I truly don’t know how to do this without you.
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Dana Church-Williams lit a candle
Saturday, January 2, 2021
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My heart cannot bear having to write this. I miss you Ray Jay. You were my first friend, not just my brother. I still can't begin to process all of the memories. I am forever grateful to be your sister and for the life we shared. You were an amazing uncle to Ben and Taylor and I am so sorry they could not have you for longer. I will remind them every chance I get about who you were and what you believed in. You wanted everyone to be happy and love each other. We will love and help others in your honor forever. Please take care of Dad and be at peace.
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Kaitlyn Broscius uploaded photo(s)
Friday, January 1, 2021
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Ray will surely be missed. He had a heart of gold. I remember meeting him for the first time at his shore house where he let me and Tommy Bear stay for Prom weekend, he understood we were to young to rent a good hotel room and let us stay there and made us feel right at home. He was always there to listen and I enjoyed the times we would met up at the bar on Rhawn st and just talk and have a few drinks and a good laugh. You could never be sad around Ray, he just had a charm about him that wouldn’t allow it. To Ray’s family and friends you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Tom Broscius lit a candle
Friday, January 1, 2021
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Ray,
You were one of my closest friends while I worked at the acme. I always admired how humble and loving you were. From giving up whatever money you had to help the homeless guy outside the store at night to being such in good spirits when we had our work cut out for us. I’ve never met a man as happy and genuine as you. A quality I hope to carry in life. You never seem to let life get you down but instead did whatever you could to make this world a happy place. The world could use more rays and parents that raise you to be such loving person. You will be missed. I’m lucky to have memories with you and hope your family and friends as well as Michelle find peace at this difficult time. I am deeply sorry to the family and friends that lost you.
Rip my friend.
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Nick Prychodko uploaded photo(s)
Friday, January 1, 2021
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Ms. Church, Dana, Chris and family,
My heart and thoughts are with you always. Ray will be missed immensely. I can’t even count all the good times and “firsts” I experienced with Ray. I will always value these memories and the kindness that Ray and all of you have shown me over the years.
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Cathy Neri lit a candle
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Ray, you will always be the "son" of my heart. Thank you for loving my daughter, and being in both of our lives. You were one of the sweetest and kindest person I know, You will be missed and loved forever,
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Tom Beck uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Bea, Dana, Chris, Benny, Taylor, Michele, and all of Ray's family and friends, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss and the gaping hole that is left in your hearts. I don't think I can put into words what Ray means to me. There is just not enough space and time.
He is not just my friend, but he is my brother. I will forever cherish the times we had together, of course long for more, and honor his memory for the rest of my life. I am so incredibly saddened and heartbroken for all of you. I don't really have the words to truly express the loss this is for all of us. We will keep Ray's kindness, generosity, gentle spirit, and sense of humor with us always and forever. Sending our love, hugs, and heartfelt condolences......I hope that we can all .... #LiveLikeRay
Love, Tom, Mary, Jackie, and Natalie
Bea Church uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 30, 2020
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I will always remember you as my sweet, silly, beautiful boy. My love is with you always until we meet again. I love you, Raymond.
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The family of Raymond P. Church III uploaded a photo
Tuesday, December 29, 2020
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