He served in the US Navy from 1950 through 1954 during the Korean War. He was an avid New York Mets fan and loved all sports! Raymond worked as a truck driver after his discharge from the Navy.
In 1970, Raymond moved to New York and began working for an advertising firm. He had warm love of animals and previously owned two Abyssinian/Somali female felines Reba and Azur which were his treasures!
Raymond's real passion, however, was Ballet and Opera and for fifty years he was a supernumerary at the Metropolitan. Opera is where he worked with some of the biggest iconic opera stars of the twentieth century. Raymond was also a supernumerary with the American Ballet Theatre where he worked with many great ballet performers.
As an upper west side resident, Raymond enjoyed living with his partner John L. Galey. He is survived by his niece Donna Debaene of Rhode Island, nephew David Debaene of Rhode Island. Niece Sharon Debaene of Florida and niece Kim Buckland of Florida. Additionally, Raymond is survived by many great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews. He will forever be in our hearts!
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