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Angela Gott
June 14, 2020
While I didn't get to see Babe as often as I would have liked--living first in NY and then in CA for most of the time since 1977 when I finally found him, I am very proud to have had him for "my Dad" and getting to know Andrew & Maggie when they were small on Saturday mornings. I always loved listening to his stories and admired him for his "Big Brother" volunteerism and that tennis tournament he ran in the summers too. I really know he helped many people in Lexington and was a huge blood donor too--5 gallons or something like that--He enjoyed listening to Willie Nelson and we had that in common too. I cherish the memories of Babe--I truly do. My birthday is in May --I turned 69 on May 19th. and with Father's Day coming up soon--I decided to revisit Babe's obituary. I appreciate all the kind words people wrote. He was well loved and it is nice so many people whose lives he touched, said such nice things they posted. I miss him now more than ever--that will never go away I guess.
Heather
June 4, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear about "Babe" or as we knew him,"Scooter". I'm so sorry it took so long for me to find out. Deepest Sympathy from all of here at CCH at St Joseph Hospital.
With Love,
Heather
Joe and Alberta Isaac
May 15, 2008
So sorry for your loss.
Babe was a great guy, we will miss him.
Mary Cockriel
May 15, 2008
Ann, Kenny, Linda, Andrew and Maggie,
I can't recall a better person than Babe, he was such a friend and teacher for my sons and me. He showed each of us how to live by his own example. He had a joy for life that was infectious; without trying, he made us try to be better people in our own lives.
Mary, Philip and John Cockriel
Barb and Buddy Watson
May 15, 2008
Ann, we are deeply saddened by your loss. Babe was a long time friend and will be missed by all.
Lyndsey (Farris) Gans
May 12, 2008
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know Uncle Babe was an inspiration to many people. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Teresa Isaac
May 12, 2008
We will all miss Mr. Ray very much. It was so much fun playing basketball at your house growing up and I always loved running next to him in a race seeing him pull Maggie in that little cart.
Dill Johnson
May 11, 2008
Ann, I will miss my favorite tennis partner. I bet he's already playing tennis with Joe Papania. What a great guy.
Rick Fromm
May 11, 2008
To the entire Ray Family; Ann, Kenny, Linda, Andrew and Maggie,
It was a real gift to know Babe over the years. And to have Sarah and Patrick get to know Babe was an added bonus. We'll all miss his smile, his laughter and of course the peanuts and fruit! He was an example for all of us.
Peace,
Rick, Sarah and Patrick Fromm
Mark Monthie
May 11, 2008
Ken,
Jennifer and my thoughts are with you during this sad time. Rejoice in knowing Babe lived his life to the fullest. He gave everyone he came in contact with a sense of internal peace and calm. The community has lost a very special person.
Cliff Hagan
May 11, 2008
Ann, Martha and I were saddened to read of your loss of Babe. He was a great guy and I enjoyed and appreciated his friendly and competitive spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Robert L Kaiser
May 11, 2008
God will Bless "Babe"!
Our prayers for all the family.
Bob Kaiser
Morgan,Tyler,Karen and Ron Patton
May 10, 2008
Maggie,
May God give you comfort in your time of sorrow.
Doris Robinson Hill
May 10, 2008
Ann,so sorry to read of Babe's passing. It was so good to see him four years ago, (after not having seen him in over 50 yrs.) at my brother's (Red Robinson) funeral. We grew up across the street from each other and he was always lots of fun. My prayers and thoughts go also to Lois and John. May God encircle you in His arms and give you peace.
Barry & Charlotte Foley
May 10, 2008
Babe lived life to its fullest. He
planted the seeds of friendship
in all of us. We still enjoy his
fruits in more ways than one.
Helen Hilbert
May 10, 2008
My favorite cousin "Babe" was a blessing to this family. His sense of humor, and family devotion was above and beyond anything ever expected. Ann, My heart goes out to you and Kenny and the grandchildren. I still believe in Heaven and a life beyound this earth. May we all be together again someday.
Gary Plock
May 10, 2008
We all simply lost the finest person Kentucky has ever seen.
Carolyn Sayre
May 10, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Ann and Kenny I will be to visit with you as soon as I get home from Indiana next week. Please know that each of you and your family are in my toughts and prayers.
With sympathy,
Carolyn Sayre
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