He was born on February 21, 1970, in Mansfield, Ohio, to Marilyn (Wynn) and Raymond C. Bridges, Sr.
Known as “Racing Ray”, he loved his car, a Maverick racecar. He love drag racing on Park Avenue. He enjoyed motorcycle and car shows and spending time with his St. Bernard dog, Whiskey. Spending time with family and friends was very important to him.
Raymond is survived by his father, Raymond Sr.; sister, Carol Stahl; children: Macy, Kelly and Dylan; fiancée, Tammy Watson; several grandchildren; nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Marilyn Bridges.
Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Wappner Funeral Directors, 98 S. Diamond Street, Mansfield, OH 44902. The funeral will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 10:30AM, with Pastor Don Carns officiating. Burial will follow at Mansfield Cemetery.
Wappner Funeral Directors and Crematory-Mansfield is honored to serve the family.