I do not know you personally, but I feel the pain and frustration.. To think how many lives have been lost from non COVID related incidents all due to a shortage of ER staffing or available rooms. I myself went to ER a few days ago, because I was having trouble breathing, was almost positive it was not Covid, but our local hospital only has 2 Covid ER units, and they were both in use.. Needless to say I sat 3 hours in my car on the doorstep of ER.. By this time I was having so much trouble catching my breath and my blood pressure had skyrocketed almost to the point where I thought I was going to have a heart attack.. This could have been avoided if people would get vaccinated.. I no one tested positive ahead of me that was not.  My Case/Acute bronchitis.. Do your part~help save a life.. Love and hugs to this family..

I did not know Mr. DeMonia  or the family.  I live in Meridian,  Mississippi, the town where he took his last breath. ....It broke my heart to read about his story and know that he was here in my town having to fight for his life. It makes no sense to me that he had to endure such a time lapse as they searched for an ICU bed for his heart condition.  It is beyond heartbreaking...May the family know that many strangers  care and are praying for them.  I thank them for their bravery in sharing his story to help and protect others. I can't explain how our society has become so selfish , but I,  for one, will continue to care about others  (receiving the vaccines and masking)  -  to help people like him who lived his whole life thinking of others  May God bless his family. 🙏🏼 

I only have good memories of growing up with Ray, David and Denise. Always a smile on Ray's face. Praying God's peace and comfort for all of you especially Patricia and Raven.  It's not goodbye, rather until we meet again.  So many will be waiting for him at heaven's gates.

To the Demonia Family,
My deepest and most sincerest sympathies to your family.
I am so heartbroken for your loss.
Please may the maker bless Mr. Ray and his family. 
My prayers for all of you.

Cheryl Matrasko
Chicago. 

You don't know me - but I saw your story on social media.
My deepest condolences to Ray's beloved family and friends. This is such an unnecessary tragedy. May Ray rest in peace and his family find comfort in beautiful and loving memories. 

I don’t know the DeMonia family.  I want to tell you how deeply sorry I am for the passing of Mr. DeMonia, which was made even more tragic because it was preventable. I am sincerely sorry for the loss and anger and all you are going through right now. Mr. DeMonia, when you get to heaven, please look up my parents, Ted and Bessie Zeyzus, and tell them I sent you. They will welcome you with open wings and take good care of you. God bless you and your family and friends.

Please be comforted in God's love for you. My heart breaks over what you had to endure. In your grief, you had strength to encourage others. You, as an entire family made Ray proud. He's smiling at you all from above. You have my sincere and heartfelt condolences.

My heart is breaking tonight having just learned of the circumstances of Ray's death and the difficulties his family has been forced to face due to hospitals being filled to overflowing with unvaccinated Covid patients.   Thank you to Ray's family for having the courage in the midst of your grief to tell your story and encourage everyone to get vaccinated.  I wish I could have known  Ray.  It is evident that he was a great husband, father, and member of his community.   May you be comforted and uplifted by wonderful memories , as well as by messages of love and encouragement from all of us across this country who are also saddened by the circumstances of Ray's death.  

Chris Ansari, Eau Claire Wisconsin

My heart breaks for the DeMonia family. I am so sorry for your loss. I’ve lost five family members to COVID. Please everyone: in honor of Mr. Ray DeMonia get vaccinated in an effort to free resources for non COVID related emergencies. 

I’m so incredibly sad for your entire family & close friends. I’m sorry because we wish it hadn’t happened, yet it did and it hurts immensely. My father is my idol and my love, my mother is my idol and my love, I am here Because of them. My children, siblings and grandmother are my universe it’s hard to accept losing a light in such darkness. I feel that your my extended family in humanity, therefore I will weep for you, because I lost someone amazing and recognize your pain, hurt, anger, sadness and power. 
It made me feel strong when I saw you used your voice in this Beautiful story to educate folks about Covid and vaccines. It made me proud to be a part of a world that You and your family are in. I will stand by you, I will lift you up when you need it, you are my human family.  I extend my heart and hand. 

Peace, Love and Humanity 



To the DeMonia Family, 

I am Canadian from Vancouver, BC.  I read about your Dad on CNN.   I cannot say how sad I am for all of you that you lost your family Patriarch this way.  Ray was a gem of a man and his passing has left a huge whole in the family.  I send you prayers of Love, Strength and Compassion to endure the days a head.  

Please to my USA neighbors please get vaccinated for covid.  Don't let this happen to one of your family members, when all it takes is two shots.  Do this for your family, your children and your grandchildren.

To the DeMonia Family thank you for sharing your father's life.  You have my love and deepest sympathies.

Joanne, Vancouver, BC. Canada


Our family is so sorry for your loss, the circumstances around his death is so sad and avoidable. We have no idea what is going on in this country when vaccines have always been a normal natural aspect of life. The ignorance and willful selfishness of so many is truly horrific and we're now seeing the results. We have concerns within our family related to this, especially living in the South as well. Please know Ray will not be forgotten and may God be with you to find peace. Bless you all. 

I don't personally know your family but im so sorry for your loss we are all sisters and brothers this story breaks my heart I pray God's strength will sustain you and your family know that God loves youall and He is there for you keep the faith and God bless 🙏 ❤. 




So very sorry for your extreme loss. My Father passed away three weeks ago due to no available IGU beds available in the state as well. Please give my condolences to your family. 

I didn't know Ray, but regardless I'm saddened by his unnecessary death.  It is time everyone stepped up to the plate and got vaccinated so others don't need to go through what Ray went through.

Rest in peace Ray

-Thomas

I’m so incredibly sad for your loss. I feel like so many of people that are writing condolences to your family. It is heartbreaking you lost such an important and very loved person from your family. I pray for peace and the hard days which you will face each and every day. God bless you all.

I have fond memories of sitting in the bleachers with Ray and cheering our daughters on at St. Bernard's basketball games. God bless. He was a kind and decent man. May Ray rest in peace. Prayers of peace and comfort for Raven and the rest of his family. 

John Quinn

Sending sincere condolences from Michigan.

Though I didn't know Ray I just want you to know that there are many of us who have read about the truly sad circumstances leading up to Ray's passing and are keeping your family in our prayers.



My heart hurts for your family. Please put an end to the sorrow and pain this pandemic has caused in so many unexpected ways. Get vaccinated.
Sincerely, 
Vaccinated Friend in Prayer 

I am so sorry for the loss of your Husband and Father.  My Prayers for the Family.
Christime Dalton

I could go on and on about how your family must feel completely let down, especially when this may have been prevented. I don't know what to say except that I'm truly sorry for your loss and that people should put themselves in your situation and then surely they would realize how vital it is to get vaccinated. May the Lord provide comfort and strength to your family during this difficult time. 

I do not know Roy or your family but I am sadden for the loss and pain your family is suffering.
Prayers for peace and comfort from Texas

I did not know Ray personally but he sounds like an extraordinary person from what I have read and seen shared here today. I am very sorry for your loss. May his memories bring you comfort and strength in the days to come. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Please accept heartfelt condolences from a stranger.  My prayers for Ray to be at peace and for strength and comfort for his family and friends are going up from Berlin, Germany.   I am so very sorry for your loss and for his untimely passing. 

I did not know your loved one, but am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers from Wisconsin.


I didn't know your loved one, however his birthday is the same day that I born, 09/04/48, May God comfort the family,  Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal

Sharon and I were deeply saddened by Ray's passing.  When we were visiting in Cullman, we enjoyed dropping by his shop for good conversation and laughs. On rare occasions when Ray and I had a chance to share a story and a beer, a good time was had by all.
He was a character.
 Our prayers are with Pat, Raven, and the family.  May the peace that passes all understanding keep your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus during this most difficult time.




Please be aware of our prayers and our thoughts during this time. If we may help you in any way, please don't hesitate to call.
Delbert Freeman  
Chaplain Cullman Regional


I count Ray as a true friend, a true Alabama Tide friend, a true Cullman Bearcat , spent many good times with Ray when we where business  neighbors, just sitting and talking and planning on things to do when things get better, R.I.P. my friend.

Ray was a dear friend. We shared a passion for art and antiques. His passing leaves a void in our lives and community. Rest in piece my friend.

Ray was a long time friend of our family,he will be greatly missed.RIP my brother!

We cut the grass and always had a good time with Ray.  I shared and he shared our memories of Alabama football.  Sometimes I ran into him at the football games.  I will really miss our long conversations about Alabama football.  Goodbye my dear friend!

Deepest sympathies from Susan and me in the loss of Ray. A talented man who we always found  a pleasure to be around. RIP Ray. Prayers for all. 

Worked with Ray at McGriff, always enjoyed sharing tall tales with him.
He always had a smile even under stress!

Mom and I send our sincere condolences to the DeMonia family.  Ray was a superb auctioneer and teacher of antiques.  He was a fine man and will be greatly missed.    
     Eleanor and Frances Boike

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Ray Martin DeMonia

September 4, 1947 – September 1, 2021

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