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Elaine
May 27, 2014
Miss you my dear husband we almost made it to 49 years of marriage. Thank you for sharing those wonderful years with me. Love and miss you.
Queen's Shingle Roofing
May 22, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Sorry for your loss. We were honored to know and work with Ray. He will be missed by many.
May 11, 2014
Miss You Dad!! I will always remember the legacy that you left behind with your family. I will see you again.
Your Son,
Kelly Ray
May 5, 2014
Elaine, I know I speak for all of us as to the sadness of Raymond's passing. We were so close to Raymond and his family while growing up in Bristol. Comic books, old westerns, playing baseball across from their house are such vivid memories. Raymond, of course, was an exceptional baseball player ( other sports as well ). I know he is in Heaven, and, I supect, choosing teams for a baseball game. No doubt, his team will win. Again, a sad loss. Such a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of his family. Frank, Ronnie,Fred and Mickey Scott
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May 4, 2014
Sorry to here Raymond is no longer with us. We played baseball together at VHS and he was one of the best pitchers to ever be a Bearcat.My condolences go to his Family and brothers as I know he will be missed greatly.
John Rosenbaum
May 3, 2014
So sorry to hear from old VHS friends of Raymond's passing. He was one of the best Bearcat baseball players, and a great person,classmate and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Pat Robinette
Tom Lewis
May 2, 2014
Mr.Skeens was one of my favorite parents growing up on Brookhaven, I can still remember him raking pine needles in the front yard with his big smile. The loss saddens me and he will be missed. My heart goes out to the family.
Bob Cardwell
May 2, 2014
Ray was a great friend of mind growing up, He will be missed
Pam Lovegrove Cantrell
May 1, 2014
Elaine and family, All of the Lovegrove family send our thoughts and prayers your way. We were so sorry to hear of Raymond's passing. If there is anything you need, please let us know. Our love to you all.....
May 1, 2014
Elaine and Family,
It saddens me to be reading of Raymond's passing but rejoice at the same time because we know that God wrapped His loving arms around him when He called him home.
My memories of Raymond, you and he Neil family goes back to our high school days and before you'll moved from Bristol. No matter when or were you saw Raymond, he would always light up any room (small or big) with his bright big smile and the twinkle in his eyes. He was a very good person just as you are Elaine. What better message could anyone send to you at a sorrowful time as this as to say "he is in Heaven rejoicing with our Lord" and to say "he is a mentor". I pray that God will grant you each with peace. comfort, love and strength as you travel down this path as I know He will.
Elaine, please give your mother a big hug from me and tell her to embrace you with a big hug from me. I will have you and the family in my prayers. May God continue to bless you always.
Delores (Roark) Still
Bluff City, Tennessee
Allen Haynes
May 1, 2014
So sorry to hear of Raymond's passing."God speed Raymond"
May 1, 2014
Dear Elaine, Gina and Kel,
Our hearts are so saddened by the news of Ray's passing. We know he is in Heaven rejoicing. What a wonderful man of God he was! We were so blessed to have had you as neighbors. I also appreciate that Ray kept Phillip in line. Much Love, Phillip and Stacy Brown
May 1, 2014
Thank you Ray for all the Great times. You have touched so many lives. We'll miss you 'Buddy'. Reid Lambert
Lea Anne Harris
May 1, 2014
Ray was an awesome person to me and my family. My family met Ray through the Montreat baseball program where my son, Brandon Harris and his grandson Lance Gower played college baseball together. We had many conversations and fellowship times with Ray. Those will greatly be missed. What an awesome man and a legacy he has left behind. Our prayers are with you and your family during this time.
God Bless,
Dean, Lea Anne and Brandon Harris
Creason Roofing
May 1, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Steve Creason
May 1, 2014
Skeens Family, It saddens me greatly to hear this about my close friend Ray. He has been my friend and salesman for many years. It has been an honor to know Ray and call him my friend. I know his love for his family and friends extends from heaven and we will see him again in a place where no sorrow or tears will be. God Bless
RANDY & CILLE RICHARDSON
April 30, 2014
ELAINE, GINA AND KEL - YOUR DAD WAS SUCH A BLESSING TO SO MANY AND ESPECIALLY TO RANDY AND MYSELF. HE WAS ALWAYS POSITIVE AND WAS SUCH A ROLE MODEL FOR KIDS AND ADULTS. WE HAVE LOVED YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY FOR MANY MANY YEARS AND RAY WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY US AND MANY OTHERS AS WELL. YOU ARE ALL IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS. I KNOW RAY WAS SO PROUD OF HIS FAMILY AND I KNOW THERE ARE TONS OF GOOD MEMORIES FOR YOU TO CARRY IN YOUR HEARTS UNTIL YOU ALL MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN. WE LOVE YOU AND TREASURE THE LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP THAT WE HAVE ALL SHARED.
April 30, 2014
Ray was such a great guy. I enjoyed spending time with him talking baseball or talking about our kids. It was always evident that his family
came first in his life. Our prayers are with Kel, Gina and Elaine. You can be sure that Ray will always be remembered by many.
Bob Rhodes
Bob Rhodes
Pam Skeens
April 30, 2014
Uncle Raymond, you will be so missed.
Pam Skeens
April 30, 2014
Elaine, Gina,Kelly, My heart hurts so much of the passing of Uncle Raymond, Every time I saw him, he always gave a big hug and a great big smile, love and prayers to all of you throughout the next coming days, and always know we all loved Uncle Raymond so very much, My Mom, Cathy, Rich, Carter, and Pam all send our love, and we love you very much.
Julie Kirkpatrick-Blackwelder
April 30, 2014
Skeen's family. It has been many years since we sat at baseball games at Olympic High School, but I remember them well. Mr Skeens always has a smile on his face and how proud he was of Kel and the rest of the boys on the team. He will be missed. Love from "Big O" baseball
ken & Brenda Hartsell
April 30, 2014
To the family. I am so sorry about Ray passing but just remember that he is with God now & in a better place. The first time that I met Ray was at church I was coming out of Sunday school I walked over to greet him & it was like I had known him all my life. He will be missed by the ones who knew him.
Mark Harris
April 30, 2014
Elaine, Gina and Kel,
I am praying for you and hope that you will find comfort in remembering all the good times. Ray was to me a mountain of a man. A mentor, role model and friend. As a teenager giving me a job that allowed me to play sports and encouraging me to do well in school. Then inviting me to play for some teams where I learned about competitiveness, sportsmanship and manhood. Ray was a man's man in anybody's book and he will be missed tremendously. He and all of the family were great friends of the Harris' and supportive when we went through times like this. Ray just loved people and people loved Ray.
if there is anything I can do please let me know.
April 30, 2014
Ray,
Sure will miss you at the ballgames. We had some fun times. You always made me and my family feel loved.
Kelvin,Amy,Paige Gower
shannon content
April 30, 2014
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. God Bless.
Joann McCray
April 30, 2014
Elaine and Family.
It has been years since I have seen you or your mom but I just want you to know how sorry I am to hear about Ray's passing. I lost Allen 19 years ago so I certainly know what you are going through. I am very sorry. My friend, Ronnie Scott, and the Skeens have been friends for years and Ronnie still keeps in touch with them. They are a wonderful family. Again, please accept my sincere condolences and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Joann McCray, Bristol, TN
Will and Annette Greene
April 30, 2014
Elaine and family...Will and I want to send our deepest condolences regarding Ray's passing; what a wonderful guy! Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers daily.
Karen Skeens-Lowry
April 30, 2014
Dear Elaine, Gina and Kel, I was so saddened to learn about Uncle Raymond. Our thoughts are prayers are with each of you and the grandchildren. Uncle Raymond always had a smile on his face and was always so happy to see us, May god send you comfort during this time...always know we love you all so much.
Karen, Marie, Tina and the boys...
Janice Davis
April 30, 2014
Little Sissy my heart hurts for you and all the family. Wish I could be there to help you but will try to come when I am better and think I can bring your family member with us. I cared deeply for Raymond what a precious person. My love to Gina, Kelly, Dee, and family. Love you girl. Love big sis Jqnice also Jill & Jennifer
Chuck Alger
April 30, 2014
I had the pleasure of meeting Ray when I visited my Daughter, Polly, at RSG in Dec 2013. A true Gentleman and made you feel welcome. His family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May He rest in peace.
Chuck Alger
April 30, 2014
I had the pleasure of meeting Ray when I visited my Daughter Polly in Dec of 2013. Was a find gentleman and is well respected by my Daughter. May he rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers for his family.
Doug Rosini
April 30, 2014
My thoughts and Prayers to all of the Skeens' family. His legacy will continue in your hearts, and how you honor him every day by living your lives in the example that He set forth.
Allen Whiteaker
April 30, 2014
Elaine,
I was so sorry to hear of Raymond's passing. When I was young I always was in awe of Raymond's love of baseball and even though I was a mouthy little kid, Raymond was always nice and as I've grown older I have never forgotten that kindness. I have no doubt that as our Lord has told us that we can't even imagine how wonderful heaven is, people like Raymond contribute to making it so special. My prayers are with you and your family and please remember that memories might be God's greatest gift.
April 30, 2014
Our Deepest sympathy goes out to you Elain and family. We were neighbors on Machado. Please let us know if we can be of any assistance during this difficult time.
Our Deepest Sympathy
Bonnie & Ben Covington
Wendy Shelton
April 30, 2014
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Ray Skeens. Ray and I worked together at RSG for several years. It was my honor to know Ray. He will be missed by many.
Lori McFadden Goodman
April 30, 2014
Gina, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories fill your hearts in this time of sorrow.
Keith & Lisa Hite
April 30, 2014
Gina, mine and Keith's deepest prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time. May God provide you with strength, comfort and healing during this time. All our love,Love,Keith & Lisa
Lyndall Skeens
April 30, 2014
My love and prayers go out to Aunt Elaine, Gina, and Kel. Uncle Raymond was always so full of life and laughs, and made you feel safe and loved. He will be missed beyond measure.
Jim Bruney
April 30, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 30, 2014
Elaine, May God give comfort to you and the family. I pray that if you need someone to lean on that you will call anytime. Love and peace sent.
Judy and Thomas Rader
Terry and Joyce Taylor
April 30, 2014
Terry and I wanted to let you all know that our continual prayers are with each of you and our hearts break as we think of the pain that you must be experiencing. Do remember that God's grace is sufficient and He knows that each of you are hurting. May our loving, Heavenly Father wrap you in His arms and may you feel the closeness of His comfort and peace. Heaven has become sweeter with the presence of Ray Skeens. Much love to each of you.
Bill Clary
April 30, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to Ray's family. Like many I met and played with and against Ray on the baseball field. I considered him a good friend...you will be greatly missed. Walk in piece with the Lord my friend.
Bill Clary
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