Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Collins Funeral Home

500 University Blvd. West

Silver Spring, Maryland

RAYMOND DODSON Obituary


RAYMOND E. DODSON "Ray" (Age 72)  
On Thursday, November 8, 2018, of Rockville, MD. Beloved husband of Kathleen M. Dodson; father of Tony (Anne) Dodson and Chrissy (Greg) Hainer; grandfather of Grace, Caitlyn, Olivia, Callie, and Maggie; brother of Ralph Dodson and Jeanette (Phil) Muncie. Also survived by many loving family members and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, 20901 (Valet Parking), Tuesday, November 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Shrine of St. Jude, 12701 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville, MD 20853 on Wednesday, November 14, at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Shrine of St. Jude. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com   

Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 11, 2018.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for RAYMOND DODSON

Not sure what to say?





Missing a good man

Frank EMERSON

School

November 5, 2021

GO NATS!

Mary Kay Capasso

Friend

November 5, 2019

To light the way for you my friend.

Tamara West

December 10, 2018

Soar with the angels now Ray.
Tamara bearheart West

Tamara West

December 10, 2018

I am very sad to hear about Ray. Kathy, Tony, and Chrissy you have my deepest sympathy. Peace and love to you all.

John Eustis

November 23, 2018

So sorry to hear about Ray. I remember when Cathy and Ray got married. They were such a beautiful couple. I loved how he loved his family and proud of his kids. He will be greatly missed. Such a wonderful
husband, father, and grandfather. Prayers for Cathy and family.

Jean Simmons

November 15, 2018

Tony and the Dodson family - I am keeping you in my prayers and very sorry for your loss. My first time meeting Ray was in high school when he picked up Tony at Andrew's house in the middle of the night. He should not have been happy because he was pulled out of his sleep to do so. Nonetheless, you wouldn't have noticed. He was stoic with his coffee in hand and summoned Tony at the door with a friendly matter-of-fact way yet completely unfazed by what time it was. He struck me as a very solid and sturdy presence! He will be missed.

John Kalil

November 14, 2018

My deepest sympathies to the whole family. Ray was a great man and such an important figure in the lives of Tony and his friends. He dedicated so much time to our baseball development; I will always remember him fondly. While away from his family, hopefully Ray is in a better place now.

Broan Caldwell

November 14, 2018

With my deepest sympathy

Stephen Elmore

November 14, 2018

Ray was a very special guy. I remember him as fun loving and kind! He will be missed by all. Kathy you have been such a wonderful wife and I send my love and hugs to you and your family. He will live in your heart! Praying for the Lords blessings and comforting love to surround you and the family now and forever. You will be together again.

Karen Brown

November 13, 2018

Kathy, Sorry to hear about Ray. Haven't seen you guys in a million years. Pat Poole left me a voice mail this morning to let me know. Ray was a great catcher. Wish he had been on our St. Mary's teams.

Pat Tyser

November 13, 2018

I loved following Ray on Facebook. He was such a special person with a great sense of humor who displayed unbelievable optimism as he battled cancer. My very best to you, Kathy.

Mary Kay Capasso

November 12, 2018

Dear Kathy and Family, Hard to express how saddened we are for your loss of your beloved, Ray. The love you all shared with him is an inspiration. Our prayers, love and deep sympathy are with you and we pray for God's blessing of comfort and peace. Love, Henry and Jane

Jane & Henry Carter

November 12, 2018

Just returned from a vacation yesterday. So sorry to come home to such terrible news. Ray was such a wonderful man, and respected by us all that knew him. R.I.P. Ray you will be missed.

Frank EMERSON

November 11, 2018

Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results

Make a Donation
in RAYMOND DODSON's name

Memorial Events
for RAYMOND DODSON

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Collins Funeral Home

500 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD 20901

How to support RAYMOND's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor RAYMOND DODSON's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more