The warmth and love and light you exuded on your family is incomparable. Although I was  mostly around towards the end of you earthly journey there was never a day that I didn’t hear a chuckle or see a grin on your face when I was at your home. Even when you were mute, you could tell the little things mattered to you. I adore the love you and Nana have for each other and can say I was a witness to how love can transform into strength. Love you Papi

I will remember brother Raymond as a man who was born to preach the gospel,  preaching was his calling  and you could tell he was destined to do that. I’ll remember the little things about him like asking him asking you if you eat and the minute you say no you know you were about to take trip to the buffet which were pleasant memories. Another funny memory of him once there was a some type of animal outside someone called him to tell him  that he went and look through the screen door and said yes that’s snake and he called someone else to kill it. That’s what I mean he was born and destined to preach not to kill a snake. I offered my condolences to all the Raymond family his memories and legacy will forever live in our hearts and mind.

Our sincerest condolences to Sis. Raymond and the entire Raymond family. We truly thank God for this general of the gospel. We salute him in his promotion to his eternal reward and truly appreciate all that he gave in service to God's bride. We pray that God will continue to strengthen you all, in the days ahead.

Bro. Jack Duff

Brother Raymond was a great man of God. Who love the Lord and dedicated his whole life as a living sacrifice for the kingdom of God. One thing that I loved about him was that he had a heart for the Lost Souls and always looking forward to find God's lost sheep. He loved them and led them to Christ. He has a wonderful family that cherish and love others. I was blessed to have known pastor Raymond and the nourish Word of God that he had preach, which was a great blessing to my soul.One of God Wonderful Soldier has fought his last battle and went home to be with the. One day we shall meet again, at the Present of the Lord.

Lionel Raymond was not just an amazing Father but also  a loving “Uncle”
When I was a little girl, Fr Raymond saved my life. The story was I started running in the parking lot of Kmart. Everyone was calling me to stop - since a car was coming. It was only when Fr Raymond called my name did I stop. 
Thank you for sharing such a special soul with the world. 
One thing that I’ve learned in life is that even when someone is gone; we can still look and clearly see the trails left behind.
 ~Fr Raymond  until we see again you may now rest in God’s arms your job is completed 

To know my father Mr Lionel Raymond is to love him,  a true man of God, a people person, and very funny, my greatest memory of him  beside enjoying him preaching was family nights when we used to play Bingo, and and birthdays when he would have a pizza party 😁😁, 7 kids 7 pizza 🍕 party every year, I will continue to remember him for all he has done, and his voice will always play in my head….  Love you dad 

If there was ever a man I admired so much it would be you Papi. I remember as a kid hearing you express your love for god and how you couldn’t wait to meet him and me being a child I couldn’t understand why you would say that or be so eager. But I was blessed with the gift of growing up and watching you preach and save lives. And I now know why you said those things. I’ll love you forever Papi 💙

I remember I stopped going to daycare just to be with my grandpa we always walked to get food from places and he always had candy or a dollar waiting for me my childhood days with him were the best 

I remember this one time where i had walked with papi and my brother to the buffet and just the moment was good even though it was hot we still thugged it out you feel me 

I was a member of his assembly at Cité Louverture.  Let him rest in peace.  My heart goes with the family. 

Thank you Papi, for always being the best father you could be. Words cannot express my gratitude, but know that I am eternally deeply grateful for your love and care, and all the sacrifices you made to provide a better life for mommy and us. I love you forever. 

My father-in-law will always be an emblem in my heart. He was a perfect representation of a man of God. He was everything I wanted to become. Brother Raymond taught me the reward of humility and the importance of family. I will always remember the many days we spent going to the buffet and he would always ask me did I eat today just so I could drive him to the Publix credit union to drop off the checks from the church. I just wish I could hug him one last time. Till we meet again dad. 

My grandfather was one of the very few  positive male figures I’ve had the fortune of having in my life. He embodied everything a good husband, father, and grandfather should be. I remember every time he went outside and sat in front of the house to prepare his next sermon all of us kids new it was outside time and it was like clockwork he never missed a day. That’ll be one of the most fondest memories I’ll have the honor of keeping with me and passing on to my future children.

The best GrandFather /Dad /Husband Anyone could ask for .The Legacy continues through us 

I have so many memories with my father. One of my favorite memories with my dad was as a child we never had junk food much. So what we always looked forward to was the pizza parties that he would always have for us on our birthdays.  He would also play bingo with us and pay us each a dollar each win.  I will always love and miss my father💜.

I remember when I was young he used to always give us candy no matter what. Even when my mom said not to give us candy, he still snuck it and gave it to us. 

I love him very much and I will miss him dearly and he will always be in my heart. ❤️

Prayers and condolences for you and family, Lizzy.  Sending my deepest sympathies.

My sincere condolences to this wonderful,loving, God-Fearing family.I pray that  God provides all of  you the strength you need to help you get through this difficult time.I’m forever saddened that my babies didn’t get a chance to get to know their Grandfather, as I too never got the opportunity to know my fathers father.Just know that Papi has completed his task here on Earth.We just have to make sure that we make it to where he’s going and that’s Heaven.

Matthew 25:23 TPT

“Commending his servant, the master replied, ‘You have done well, and proven yourself to be my loyal and trustworthy servant. Because you were faithful to manage a small sum, now I will put you in charge of much, much more. You will experience the delight of your master, who will say to you, “Enter into the joy of your Lord!” ’

Rest Papi, your job here is done.Watch over us all and keep us safe from all seen & unseen danger.We love you

💙Toya & Family



My favorite memories of my father was when he would prepare his sermons for church. He would take my siblings and I to the park or various other playgrounds. While he would work on our sermon it was our time to get out of the house and play. 

I also enjoy the times he spent spoiling my children. He was an amazing man of God, father and grandfather, he will be greatly missed. 

Je te souhaite cordoleance a toutes les familles que Dieu te benisse et garde

My Condolences to the Raymond Family.
Brother Raymond was a great Teacher and an excellent preacher.If today I am still a message believer  since 1975,  I can thank him for his teachings.May he rest in Peace.!

I  remember when we were very young  we used to go to Fr Raymond's church.  I remember playing in the dark blue church curtains with the church kids. I also remember (even though I was only five) how hard Fr Raymond preached. He preached this Message with such fervency.  How hard he preached is a vivid memory I have of him, one that I will never forget. God bless you Fr Raymond for all you did for the kingdom of God. 

My condolences to the Raymond family.


I am so grateful that my son had the chance to meet you. I will cherish this picture of you and him. Rest In Peace uncle. 

My very first memory is of me sitting on my dad’s lap - I was around 2 years old and had my finger closed in a door. My dad was comforting me and telling me that it would be okay. That was my dad my entire life. He gives you comfort and would always tell you that God had it all under control. I’ll miss hearing his voice, but I know I’ll see him again one day! I love you, daddy! 💜

May GOD keep the family in perfect peace and wrap His loving arms around all of you for comfort.  Praying for strength for the family during this time.  

OBITUARY

Lionel Raymond

October 7, 1944 – June 28, 2021

Babione-Kraeer Funeral Home & Cremation Center

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