Ray was born in New York City on July 2, 1939. He is survived by his cherished and loving wife, Catherine; beloved children, daughter, Donna Payne, son-in-law, Dennis Payne, grandson, Brandon Payne; son, Raymond, granddaughter Erin Fauchon, grandsons, Noah and Raymond Fauchon; daughter, Suzanne Fauchon-Fitch, son-in-law, Joe Fitch, grandson, Sean Fitch; sisters-in-law, Christine Sheppard and Connie Tracy, and nephew, Michael Tracy.
A kind and gentle man, he was loved by all who were blessed to know him. Ray was an example to all, especially as he faced and overcame his life's many obstacles with grace and dignity. Through everything, Ray was a fighter. He never gave up, and his bravery and resilience in the face of his trials, made him an inspiration to us all.
Born and raised in New York City, Ray proudly served in the United States Navy, and retired from Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield after 35 years. Ray was an avid sports fan, fisherman, bird lover, bowler and soccer coach. He was passionate about the NY Yankees, the NY Rangers, and the NY Giants. Those teams have lost one of their most enthusiastic and dedicated fans.
He remains loved and cherished by his family and friends, who will be gathering to share his life's stories as soon as possible.
A Visitation is being held on Wednesday, May 20th, 2020 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at Aycock Funeral Home, 1504 SE Floresta Dr., Port St Lucie, 34983 (772) 878-0049.
A Mass of Christian Burial is being held on Thursday, May 21st, 2020 beginning 11:00am at St Lucie Catholic Church, 280 SW Prima Vista Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983 (772) 878-1215.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Covenant House, Times Square Station, PO Box 731, New York, NY 10108-0900 or to St. Francis Breadline 144 West 32nd St. New York, NY 10001
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