Raymond spent many years working for Pueblo County Road and Bridges as a Grader Operator and later became the Foreman of Rye, Beulah and Colorado City. In his younger years he loved roller-skating, he even placed 2nd in the nationals for speed-skating. Ray also enjoyed working on old cars, hunting, fishing, and camping. He was a true outdoorsman at heart. Most of all, he adored his family, friends and spending time with his loved ones - especially his wife and best friend of 57 wonderful years, Linda.
Raymond is survived by his wife, Linda; his daughters, Kim (Richard) Mathurin, Shannon (Vic) Maurello, Raeann (Jason) Hubersberger; grandchildren, Reese, Rayah, Kyle, Baylee, Justin, Anthony, Nina and Anna; and his sisters, Sharon Friend and Patty (Dana) Bennett.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 16th, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Valley Community Church in Colorado City, Colorado.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.imperialfunerals.com for the Friend family.