Raymond and I grew up together.  I could walk out of the back of my house and into the back of his.  We did everything together.  We did everything together including board games, whatever sport was in season, chess, ping pong and the trombone in our high school band.  I remember one day when we decided we needed a new friend and walked around the neighborhood and met Rhone M. Jones who also became one of our good friends.  Ray was like a part of my family.  I will miss him.

I am so sad to hear of Ray's passing.  In 2010-2012, I lived just a few houses north of Ray.  He quickly became a friend of mine and of my housemates.  Ray would sometimes come over and surprise us with a curated stack of CDs for us to borrow.  His selections would, of course, be catered to each of our individual tastes and he would explain exactly why he picked each one.  Ray believed in community.  He taught me what it means to be a good neighbor and, more importantly, how much there is to be gained by choosing to be one.  It makes me very sad to think about the corner of Division St. and Cross St. in the absence of muted jazz music coming from Ray's porch and of the conversation that would be sure to follow.  Thank you, Ray.

I echo the sentiments of my husband, Dick Scheer. Ray's attitude toward life and his work and pleasures was so comfortable and warm. We will indeed miss him.

Thanks to my fellow softball team members for letting me know.  For years, Ray and I shared the pitching duties.  I can still hear his laugh.  Since I was not able to drive down for the service, I appreciate that my teammates called me and passed the phone around.  Rest in peace, Ray.

My sympathies go to Ray's family, to Liza and to his close friends. I did not know Ray very well but on the occasions I did talk to him, I always found him to be a very kind, thoughtful, interesting and intelligent person. It seemed he could speak knowledgeably about just about anything and he had a real love for the arts. He will be missed.

To The Williams Family and Friends and the Ann Arbor USPS Workers:
I am so loss for words..Ray was a very kind hearted man..Helpful to everyone at USPS..I carried off his route many many times and enjoyed it.. Family and Friends cherish the memories of a life well lived..My prayers goes out to you all... Thanks Ray for being my friend..

One of the finest people I have ever known. I think of Ray and I think of his smile, his kindness and his love of life and music. Rest in peace my friend.

Condolences to the family...and gratitude for Ray's presence.
Will miss the first friend that I made in Ann Arbor.

                                                      Brant Funkhouser

South Division Street is going to miss its guardian angel. I'll always remember Ray with a twinkle in his eye and a rose in his hand.  I am truly honored to have lived across the street from such a kind, thoughtful, and genuine man.

One of my very best friends in the world.

I never knew him any deeper than quick visits on the sidewalk would allow, but I am grateful that I was in a place and time that put me just down the street from Ray. There was, from my perspective as an observer, a simple beauty in his life. His home at first glance was untidy (and almost obscene), but a closer look revealed how his plants and his house blended together to make one wild, unique garden that just felt...natural, even in the midst of all those human constructs. Complemented by the free-flowing jazz and always-open front door, Ray was a friendly and welcoming face that I won't soon forget.

Dear Ray, we have been your neighbor for 22 years...and I was one of the lucky ones to receive a rose and more than once :-)
It always made my day.  And, when our Kristina lived up the street, you kept an eye out for her and her roommates.  You worked hard to develop a friendly and caring neighborhood..Rest in peace dear friend, Eric and Mary Anne Jaeger

Ray, we will miss you so much. As a fellow "HABS" teammate, the memories we shared as both teammates and friends were priceless!  You will be pitching nothing but strikes in heaven!

I also remember Ray from 1968. He was at Bursley Dorm and we all loved him. Although I left Ann Arbor in 1974, my brother has lived there since and would periodically give me an update. He was truly one of a kind.

Angela and family, may God keep you during this difficult time.

Ray - my friend since August 1968. My stupid remark about his t-shirt led to a conversation and that led to a deep friendship that lasted a lifetime. I will miss our conversations, his kind and gentle nature. He made our world a better place.

I will miss the warm smile, kindness, joy and generosity. I will always cherish Ray's friendship.

Angela and family, I was so sorry to hear of Ray's passing.  My prayer is that God will continue to strengthen and comfort you in your time of need.

Ray was a kind face and a friendly person, when you came to work he could always bring a smile to your face. He will be missed.

As with many of us I first knew Ray as the friendly and shorts-wearing mail carrier. As I came to know him better, I discovered a music lover with wide-ranging, but discriminating taste, a man thoughtful and generous to neighbors and friends, but above all a gentle and very dear human being. The community has lost a very special soul. Au revoir, Ray!

Ray was a very pleasant soul. He always had a smile and a kind word. He will always be fondly remembered. My condolences.

we have not only lost a co- worker but a dear friend. one I would always lend a listening ear to. Family want you to know that Ray was a true friend that will always be remembered for his kind and compassionate spirit

Ray was the mail man Downtown and delivered to my Firestone Store for years.  He also was a customer and most importantly a friend.  A nice guy you looked forward to seeing.  He will be missed!

AVIS DE DÉCÈS

Raymond Clarence Williams

27 juin 1950 – 27 mars 2017

Muehlig Funeral Chapel

Montrez votre soutien

Envoyez Vos
Condoléances

Partager
L'avis De Décès

Obtenir les mises à jour

Prestations de Service