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1952
DIED
2011
Raymond Vatter Obituary
Ray was born on July 6, 1952, in Ipswich, Mass. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Ann Jedlicka; stepfather, Charles Jedlicka; and father, Joseph Vatter.
Survivors include sister, Mary Jo Calhan and husband Bob; and two brothers, Paul Vatter, and Tom Vatter and wife Dawn. Ray's nieces and nephews were a very important part of his life and he was always very proud of their accomplishments. They are: Sabrena Kelchek and husband Jay, Brian Calhan, Rob Calhan and wife Melissa, Dan Calhan, Thomas Vatter and Rachel Vatter; and grand-nieces, Sydney and Brooke Kelchak. Ray is also survived by countless dear friends, especially Billy Wentzel and Bobby Baker.
Ray was a longtime resident of Navarre and worked for Kool Breeze for 20 years. He was a devoted fan of the Boston Red Sox and Florida State Seminoles.
The family would like to thank Robin Lantz and Tommy Sullivan for their compassionate care and friendship during Ray's battle with cancer. Special thanks to Covenant Hospice staff, Sally, Sherry and Tracy.
There will be a gathering to celebrate Ray's life at Juana's Pagoda on Navarre Beach on Sunday, Feb. 27, at 3 p.m. Friends are welcome to bring photos, memories and stories. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Vatter
christine jones hines
March 3, 2011
Oh my dear friend, you will be missed by many. I have known Ray since I was 15 and that makes 37 years now. He had a heart of gold and was always a bundle of fun. My prayers to Tommy and Paul. He is now with the good lord and some of his old classmates.
Larry Gibson
February 26, 2011
So sorry for your loss, especially to Tom and Paul. Ray was always very friendly to me and everyone in our family. He was always willing to make us laugh and will be greatly missed.
Colleen Sherry
February 26, 2011
That big smile will be missed so. My prayers of peace to Paul and Tommy and all the family and friends. Too young to die--I feel very sad.
February 26, 2011
That big smile will be missed by so many, especially Paul, Tommy and other family members. My prayers of peace are with you all. So sad to lose him so young. I am sad.
Sharon Cetkosky-Loy
February 26, 2011
He Is in a much better place now may God give him rest and peace
Jo Ann Woodard
February 26, 2011
I have known Ray, he was always smiling .He will be miss
Mareia Wilson-Espinosa
February 26, 2011
We all have so many fond memories growing up here in Fort Walton Beach, FL. May God Rest His Soul.
Neal Hembree
February 26, 2011
Ray was so full of life that it is especially sad to learn of his death. My heartfelt condolences go to Paul and Tommy and all those who loved him.
Neal Hembree
February 26, 2011
Ray was so full of life that it makes it that much harder to learn of his death. My heartfelt condolences go out to Paul and Tommy and all those who loved him.
Bev Kitchings
February 25, 2011
God's Peace and Blessings to all that knew and loved Ray. May the wonderful memories that we share sustain us.
PRISCILLA SULLIVAN
February 25, 2011
Our Ray of Sunshine
Our Ray of Hope
It was on that gorgeous day,
God took you home to heaven to stay
I cried and cried when you went away.
But alas, I have come to learn
It was Him calling, it was your turn.
For God was missing an Angel so He chose you,
Best Friend & Family we ever knew.'
We understand it just had to be you
God has taken you to heaven and now you are free free free.
Free from Pain,
Free to run, free to dance to Led Zeppelin again.
We really are missing you
But we understand
You are there in his precious hand.
Go prepare a place for us
Someday we will join you that we must
Go now my sweet one, dearest Ray
We are thinking of you in every way.
We all hated to see you go
But alas you must rest so.
Into Gods hands we place the very best,
Rest now sweet Ray and twice be blessed
You brought us so much happiness.
Till we meet again
we will think of you often.
On that you can depend,
You were our very special angel, brother, son, and friend.
We understood you were only on loan,
Now dearest Ray you are home.
In the somber light of the waning moon
God took you home way too soon
It's losing you we regret,
God had His plans for you already set.
Larry Allen
February 23, 2011
I was really sorry to hear about Ray. My condolences to his family.
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