Raymond Gammon

Raymond Gammon obituary, Richmond, VA

Raymond Gammon

Raymond Gammon Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Jan. 6 to Jan. 7, 2011.
GAMMON, Raymond A. "Ray," 84, of Highland Springs, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2011. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond A. Gammon; his mother, Mary D. Gammon; sisters, Doris Jewett, Skippy Anderson; and his brothers, Earl Gammon and Gary Gammon. Ray is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dorothy "Dot" Geddie Gammon; sons, Raymond A. "Andy" Gammon Jr. and girlfriend, Joan Ewing, Douglas E. Gammon and wife, Diana; and grandson, Jesse Ray Gammon. He was the owner of Gammon Transmission for 64 years. Ray was a veteran of WW II, serving as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army Air Corps. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, January 7, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 8, at Fairfield Presbyterian Church, 6930 Cold Harbor Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. Interment will follow at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Fairfield Presbyterian Church.



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January 26, 2011

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January 9, 2011

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January 9, 2011

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Evelyn Wiles

January 26, 2011

Ray was a great man. He loved his family and loved life. He was a generous, honest man. You could always count on him to make you smile with his quick wit. Trevor Gammon(great-great nephew) admired him greatly and loved his stories. He says he is happy now with his mom, dad, brothers (his papa) sisters, and his Nanny Ruby in heaven. Heaven has another wonderful angel to look after us all. We are sure he is making them all laugh! Andy, Doug and Dot our prayers are with you. Please keep in touch.

Jerry Barton

January 9, 2011

To the Gammon family, sorry for the loss of Ray. I only knew him briefly but he was a wonderful man.I loved to talk to him and hear his story's and I was shocked to hear about his loss. My deepest condolences are with you "Andy" & "Dot" and I pray that the griving process will only bring the best meories of the good times yal had together and I pray that it will only ease your pain. Again I im sorry for the loss you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jerry Barton

January 9, 2011

To the Gammon family, sorry for the loss of Ray. A wonderful man I only knew briefly but love his stories and his style. My thoughts and prayers are with you all the family and he will be deeply missed in many ways. My deepest condolences to you all again.

Dale Chevalier

January 8, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Ray always had a story to tell. He will be missed.

Randy Bush

January 7, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with all who knew Ray. A very nice man who will be forever missed

Balinda Woods

January 7, 2011

To the Gammon Family:
On behalf of my "PaPa" Lennie "Steve" Bennett, who worked for Mr. Gammon many many years ago, My deepest sympathy goes out to you all. I remember as a child running around the shop and Mr. Gammon always being very nice to me. You are all in my prayers.

Balinda Woods

Ronnie Duck

January 7, 2011

Sorry to learn of Mr. Gammon's passing. I have known Mr. Gammon for fourty-two years. At age sixteen, my cars transmission needed repair, Mr. Gammon treated me with respect and was honest with the repair charges. Over the years I've had other cars in his shop, same honest and fair treatment. May God be with Mr. Gammon's family during this difficult time.

January 7, 2011

Dot, Andy & Doug,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Ray was a very sweet and kind man. We always enjoyed our visits with you and Ray. He would always make you feel welcomed and comfortable. He will be so missed on Mullens Lane. He was a great friend and neighbor. Dot, if there is anything we can do for you please let us know.
Rest in Peace "Pal"
Love, Raymond Roland & Judy Sylva

Lynne and Dwight Terrell

January 7, 2011

Dear Ms. Dot,

May God comfort you and your family during this time.

Jenifer Mason (Billy's daughter)

January 7, 2011

Dot, Andy and Family:
I have known Ray almost all my life and I can remember going to the shop to visit my dad and Ray would always come outside to say hi and tell me a joke. He always gave me candy and sent me on my way. He was a great man and will be missed deeply. My thoughts and Prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Randy Hall

January 7, 2011

Sorry to hear of Ray's passing. I have dealt with him for many years and will always remember the positive energy he conveyed to others. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Robert & Vickie Cornett

January 7, 2011

Sorry for your loss God Bless you

Willie & Cathy Cornett

January 7, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Loren Geddie

January 7, 2011

Aunt Dot, Andy & Doug,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Uncle Ray was always one of my favorite Uncles. He will be greatly missed. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Love always, Lori

Helen&George Kilburn

January 7, 2011

Dot Andy Doug and family
So sorry for your lost. ray always made you laugh and always smileing. we will miss him.Its not going to be the same on Mullens lane with out him, Hes always been there for all of us!! miss you and love you!! MR GAMMON!!!!!

Beverly Rice Wood

January 6, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Carolyn Fox

January 6, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of such sorrow. Ray was a wonderful person and will be missed by all who knew him.

Carolyn Fox

January 6, 2011

Ray was the nicest person any one could ever meet. He was so jolly where ever I saw him. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of heartache and grief> Sincerely Carolyn Fox ( Carolyns Upholstery)

Diana Hughes

January 6, 2011

No bond is as great as that of husband & wife and of father & child. My deepest condolences are with you "Dot" , "Andy" and family as you grieve. I will never forget how "Ray" always loved telling jokes and making people happy.

Claudette Hughes

January 6, 2011

TO the family of Mr. Raymond Gammon, I met him 35 years ago at his shop on Williamsburg Road. He would always make you laugh and he was always happy. He was indeed a good veteran well respected and liked we will miss you here at the McGuire Veterans Hospital.
We love you, but GOD loved you more there is a sad spot in my heart.
Love Always,
Claudette Hughes

Buddy & Joan Whipple

January 6, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Janis Gaulding Peace

January 6, 2011

Mrs. Gammon and Family,

I am shocked to see Raymond's passing in the obituaries this morning. I know your family has had a difficult time during the holidays. My parents thought the world of the Gammons and especially Ray and Gary. I'm just so sorry you have to go through all of this. I will be thinking of you and praying for you during this difficult time. I know you can be proud of him and his accomplishments.
With love,

Scott Edwards

January 6, 2011

Andy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I truly enjoyed my talks with him when coming to the shop to service the uniforms each week. Ray sure will be missed.
Sincerely,
"The Uniform Man"

Gary Johns

January 6, 2011

I am so sorry to read of the passing of Ray. My heartfelt sympathies are extended to his family and friends during this difficult time.

edward hord

January 6, 2011

you were a nice person to hang around with i will miss you from billie joe

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