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Raymond R. Cato

Raymond Cato Obituary

Raymond R. Cato
February 24, 1950 ~ August 13, 2006

MONTEREY – Ray, age 56, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, August 13, 2006. He was born February 24, 1950 in Monterey, CA, and maintained residency in his childhood home with his wife, Cheryl. Ray was an outstanding baseball player in his younger years. Upon graduation from Monterey High School, he followed the family tradition as a brick mason. His stone work was his signature and legacy throughout Monterey County. Those who knew Ray will remember his original dance style, "who let the dogs out". There will only be "dry ears" in Monterey County now.
   He was a "true" friend and knew no strangers and was loved by all.
His laugh and the twinkle in his big blue eyes will be very much
missed.
   He is survived by his wife/best friend of 24 years Cheryl, his daughter Michelle (Marshall) Larkin, his step-sons Richard (Ann) Watts and Michael Watts, his brother Bill (Luanne) Cato, sister Karleen (Kyle) Graxiola-Russell, his step-mother Maryann Cato, his beloved grandchildren Ashley Magallanes, Jonathan Watts, Christen Larkin and numerous relatives. Ray was preceded in death by his mother Rosemarie Coopersmith-Graxiola, his father Bob Cato, his beloved "Ma" Velma Cato and grandfather William Cato.
   At his request there will be no services, but a "Celebration of His Life", will be Saturday, August 19 at 3 p.m. at the Seaside American Legion, Playa Street, Seaside, CA.

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Published by Monterey Herald on Aug. 16, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Cato

Sponsored by Cheryl, wife & best friend.

98 Entries

November 1, 2023

Ray I remember you from old Monterey days as teenagers. Though we were not friends we were would say what´s up when we saw each other around the Peninsula. I have good memories of those old times. May you rest in peace. BJ

Bill Harren

July 11, 2023

Bill Harren

July 3, 2023

Ray and I went to Walter Colton JR High and Monterey High School in same year and I remember you well. I ran into you mid 1970´s and had a good chat in Seaside,Ca. Did not know you passed so sad just found out on web. I was always fond of Ray and believed he was a nice person. I give my deep condolence to his entire family. I´m sure it is still fresh in your minds. May you Rest In Peace.

Karleen Graxiola Russell

August 13, 2013

Ray - 7 years ago today you left us. Unexpectedly. Your memories have brought us tears ...... and they have brought us laughter. There are enough stories and memories of you to last us a lifetime. We just wish you would have been with us to make new stories and memories. A little bit of you lives on in us, like if we are having a beer or dancing to "Who let the dogs out". Oh and those WET kisses you passed all over town....well those too still show up every now and then. I do think that no one but YOU will ever be brave enough to go for the ears dear brother!! Today was a good day, as Cheryl (your wife) and Michelle (your daughter) and me (your sister) were all together at your bench! Along with your granddaughters and son in law. We spoke of you, we wrote notes on balloons and sent them to you, we had a beer in your honor and left you a Bud! You were there with us! It felt so good to all be together again. I know you are with our other loved ones up there, it's there turn to be with you....Keep that party going until we all are together again! You are so loved and so missed. Until we meet again.......Love ya ! xoxoxoxxo ..and yes Ray.....these kisses for you ARE WET!!!!!! xoxooxooxox

Cheryl

December 20, 2011

My husband, Can't believe it has been over 5 yrs and Christmas in a few days. You are with me always. Thank you for staying by me these past years. Even Ashley can feel you when she comes over. There is always something that happens or the smell of your after shave to let us know you are around. Anyway my husband, Merry Christmas and don't get into trouble up there with RC, Tom, Tim and all your other buddies. Love you!

Ashley Magallanes

January 14, 2011

Ashley Magallanes

January 14, 2011

Ashley Magallanes

January 14, 2011

January 13, 2011

Ray-Ray......Where do I start!!? I have thee most awesome memories of you!! ...Every time Beth Weaver & I walked into Segovia's, you were so happy to see us, gave us the biggest hugs & smooches! We loved seeing you! You have the biggest heart, and one of the sweetest men I've ever known. I miss you. Save me a good seat up there! Thanx for sending Cheryl to me!!! It's been awesome catching up with her and talking about old times!
I'll see ya when I see ya! ;o)

All my love,
Kim (Kimmi) Middleton-Dowdy

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Photo Booth with Papa & BooBoo

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Big Hugs :)

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Playing with Papa

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Kisses Papa

Ashley Magallanes

January 12, 2011

Michelle Cato-Larkin

August 16, 2010

Okay Dad now that I've read Ashley and Cheryl's entries and have tears rolling down my cheeks I want to say something again to you too. You meant more to me than words can even describe! I feel like a part of me is empty now that you are gone! Although you've sent me signs throughout the years that you are still with me too, I am so very upset that I could not say good bye to you! My heart aches and four years seems like one day! I've always been so VERY proud to be your daughter because you were the most handsome, kindest, funniest and just overall BEST father anyone could ask for! I wish we could have spent more time on earth together, but I know that we will be together again in heaven and I will run to you with open arms and kiss you over and over because I MISS you so very much! Love always and forever, your daughter Michelle

August 15, 2010

There will always be a candle in my window. Even though you have visitied me already, checking in to let me know you ae still with me and that you are sending me love and kisses. Four years and I can still see you walking down the driveway to the car that day as you were leaving to play cards (Texas hold em). You are always and forever in my heart and my love. Your wife, Cheryl

Ashley (BooBoo)

August 13, 2010

Papa
Its been 4 years now since you passed and i still miss you more than ever. You were the BEST PAPA i could ever ask for. I wish you could have met Justin, you would loveeee him. Its been hard this past year with Justin's dads death, and i wish you were hear to bring a smile to all our faces. I miss you kisses and when you tucked me in bed, and LIPS PAPA LIPS :'( I will always be your BooBoo. I think of you every day Papa and remember all the good times we had. I DOOO MISS you FAMOUS RIBS! Everyone misses you Papa, you will never be forgotten. Big Hugs and Kisses Papa i love you

Cheryl Cato

March 1, 2009

Hi Darling,
I want to thank you for sending this little dog, Toby, to me back on Dec 15, 2007. You know I have gone through his papers at least 10 times, and I don't know how I missed it but found it printed on one of the papers that he was born on 2/24/06.
So, yes I know I was meant to have him. You always said that with you go you want to come back as a dog. And, boy did you ever. This little guy has so much of you in him, always happy, always wanting to kiss you or lick your ears, and does things that makes you laugh. So thank you honey.
I miss you so much and will love you always and forever. I am so thankful to have Toby with me now.
Your wife/bestfriend, Cheryl

March 1, 2009

Ray,Ray...were do we start..You already know how we miss you so much that it hurts daily...We have that wonderful picture of you on our nightstand we say goodnight and goodmorning almost daily.You knew we would be there for your wonderful wife who adores you.We laugh & cry when we speak of the old days the four us spent laughing..and just loving each other's presence. Like the time we were in the squid festival..and you and Cheryl never missed a year of helping us ..from setting up to breaking it down..you guys were always there for us.The laughter we shared when you asked the girl with the skin tight jeans on"hey..are you a virgin..she replied over her shoulder..no i am a rodeguiz" I thought we would die from laughter..I guess you would have had to be there to understand how funny the four of us thought that was...you and John rolled on our living room floor when we spoke of it the next day.John has had his dreams of you and has spoke to you through these few dreams..we know you are watching over us..as we try to do with your adoring wife..like you would have wanted. We adore your Cheryl and will always be here for her..as you were for us.Until we are together again..keep smiling,keep laughing..stay close to all of us..most of all know that this world lost a legend..the day God called you home.No one had your size heart...We miss you our Dear brother...God Bless You..keep on watching over us,we kinow you are there!!we feel your love...God Bless.
Love "The Segovia's"
p.s. Big Foot Too!

Carolyn & Eddy Campbell

February 28, 2009

Ray, its so hard to believe its been 3 years already. I know you're watching over Cheryl, and know that we all love her and miss you terribly. We know you are resting in peace now.

Cheryl Cato

February 27, 2009

Even though the last entry was 10/8/07, and from your granddaught, you are so missed, especially by John & Debbie Segovia (your buddy and friend). I miss you every day and can't believe it will be 3 years this year.

Love and miss you so much...your wife, Cheryl

Ashley Magallanes

October 8, 2007

Papa
theres not a day that goes by with out me thinking about you... i miss u soo much and i cant believe your gone... it seems like yesterday i was a little girl and would wake up in the morning to ABC soup and making sure Papa got his news paper...i love you so much Papa and it makes me so happy that i have you as my Papa... u brought so much happieness to my life and the memories i will always have... me and jonny jonny miss you so much. everytime we see eachother we seem to think back on how things used to be. by this time of the year you would have taken me jonny and chrissy to the pumkin patch to pick out our pumkin... i miss that... well R.I.P. Papa
"i love you so much...
i love you so so very much
i love you so SOOOO very much
DOOSH-DOOSH"
XoXo
Ashley
Ur Boo Boo

Carolyn Campbell

June 3, 2007

Ray, it is still hard to believe you are no longer with us. I miss seeing you around town, I miss your 'wet ear kisses', and the cheer you brought whenever I saw you. Memories of our teen-age years always bring a smile to my face (even though you scared the hell out of me that time on Franklin when you made the car spin out in circles). The First Nite Monterey when you, me, and Eddy went from Alfredo's to Cibo's, and ended at the downstairs bar at the Doubletree, good memories, my friend. I thank God everyday for the ability to think back on them.
Cheryl is blessed with you as her guardian angel, and I know you are watching over her.
Rest in Peace, my friend. You are truly missed. We Love You..

John & Debbie Segovia

June 2, 2007

We Think of you daily,Ray-Ray!Life is so different with out you!We miss you so much.God Bless You!
Love,
John and Debbie

carla la monte

May 22, 2007

Cheryl, just thinking of you and wondering if there is anything that I can do for you except pray. I believe our loves always remain in our hearts so long as they beat. true love waits, and he is with you each and every night kissing you goodnight and welcoming you to only his dreams. I love you and you are in my prayers. Carla

Cheryl Cato

March 27, 2007

My Darling, Today is our 25th anniversary and I got your card last year. Here goes: My Husband My Friend; An anniversary is a day for speaking from the heart, for saying romantic things & sharing private memories. So it's only natural for me to tell you that I Love You. You're a wonderful husband and a true partner in life. But there's something else I want to tell you that I didn't say often enough. I am the luckiest girl alive to have had you as a friend and a husband. How proud I am to be Mrs. Ray Cato. You made me laugh, you were a good listener and a shoulder when I just needed a good cry. With you, I found a once-in-a-lifetime friendship and a once-in-a-lifetime love. We would of have so many reasons to celebrate today, but the main one was our "Love". Happy Anniversary Darling. I love you more than yesterday and I'll love you more tomorrow. My love is endless and forever, Cheryl (your wife/best friend) XXXX

Carla LaMonte

February 27, 2007

Cheryl, thoughts often wisp like cotton candy through our minds when we think about the loved ones who are gone before us. The waiting to see them again is very painful. But He did say "Blessed are they who mourn for they shall be comforted." You are in my daily toughts and prayers. Carla LaMonte

JOHN & DEBBIE SEGOVIA

February 26, 2007

DEAR RAY-RAY,
NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT WE DO NOT MISS AND THINK OF YOU.WE WERE WITH CHERYL AND ALL YOUR CLOSE FRIENDS ON YOUR BIRTHDAY,LIKE WE KNOW YOU WOULD OF WANTED.YOU ARE SO MISSED,EVEN YOUR WET KISSES.JOHN AND I GO BY THE GRAVEYARD AND SIT ON YOUR BENCH AND TALK TO YOU ALL THE TIME!! SOMEDAY SOMEONE WILL CALL THE POLICE ON US,WE LOOK LIKE A CRAZY PAIR LAUGHING ONE MOMENT,CRYING THE NEXT.WE MISS YOU SO MUCH....BUT IT IS SO TRUE GOD TAKES THE GOOD FIRST...HE KNEW YOUR STRENGHT AND NEEDED YOU MORE.
SO YOU BETTER BE BUILDING CHERYL A BIG HOUSE..WITH A GUEST ROOM FOR US!!!
LOVE YOU AND HAPPY BIRTHDAY RAY,
JOHN AND DEBBIE SEGOVIA

Carolyn DiMaggio-Campbell

February 25, 2007

Happy Birthday Ray, I know you celebrated up there with the rest of the crew, while your loved ones celebrated down her for you. You may be gone physically but you will live on and be loved, in everyones hearts and minds.
Happy Birthday, "Mucking Ray"
Ed and Carolyn Campbell

Ray Askew

February 25, 2007

To the man with the "voice like a gravel road" but a heart as smooth as silk.
Your humor and sense of fun will be missed. I personally never had a guy get my ears that wet before.
Gurlz in my bar askin, "who's that Rodney Dangerfield lookin guy?" and two minutes later they'd be dancin with ya and Cheryl smilin on a barstool knowin that's my Ray.
There will never be another to match you my friend. We have lost a true candle's light with your passing and the world is a bit dimmer.
My life will be much less exciting. I won't have the opportunity to say, "Oh Christ, here comes Cato, hide the women n children".
Every time I ever saw you, it was another adventure.

I miss ya man!

Cheryl Cato

February 24, 2007

Ray My Love My Best Friend,
Today we celebrate your birthday. Just 57 years ago today you blessed everyone around you with your laugher. That was how you were. Alway laughing, making everyone feel good about themselves and laughing right along with you. Your laugher will be missed today, but we will celebrate your birth and the love and laugher you brought into our lives. I thank God for the past birthdays we had. Happy Birthday My Darling Husband. Till we meet again. Your wife/best friend, Cheryl XOXO

Love you Ray, Your half-sister Karleen

January 3, 2007

chrissy(christen) larkin

January 2, 2007

papa (my grandfather), was a sweet kindful good hearted person.....i loved him dearly and wish he could of stayed to support me for my gradution !!!!he would have been sooo supportive.....i am very lucky to have him as a grandfather.i am very proud of him!!!!!!i hope i grow into his footsteps and be so kind and good hearted......i love you papa!!!!!!!♥

Dance, Laugh and have Fun, Sue

December 30, 2006

I Love My Papa, Chrissy

December 30, 2006

December 29, 2006

Cheryl Cato

December 29, 2006

Ray (my husband):
Your gentle face and patient smile, with sadness we recall. You had a kindly word for each and died beloved by all.
The voice is mute and stilled the heart, that loved us well and true. Ah, bitter was the trial to part from one so good as you.
You are not forgotten loved one nor will you ever be, as long as life and memory last we will remember thee.
We miss you now, our hearts are sore, as time goes by we miss you more. Your loving smile, your gentle face, no one can fill your vacant place.
Ray my beloved, I miss you every day, your laugh and loving ways. Till we meet again my husband.
Your loving wife/best friend, Cheryl.

Salvatore Belleci

October 22, 2006

To Cheryl,
I hope Im Not To LATE in Sending This. I have a Hard Time Writing Things that are hard to Say IN PERSON.
RAY & You will always Be a Special Part of My LiFe. Especially the GREAT TIMES We had at SEGOVIA's !!!
My recent MEMORY is at MAMA ROSA 90th B~DAY Bash. I brought My MOM & DAD to it. Ray Came up to My Dad Who was Sitting Down & Gave My DAD His Usual WET KISSES all Over My DADS Bald Head :)
You will always be my Friend & I will Miss RAY as Time Passes

Luv You
The COLA KID

Fatima Thayer

September 30, 2006

Cheryl,
I was watching the Barbara Walters interview the other night with Teri Irwin. Teri also just recently lost her husband Steve Irwin. Teri is going thru a hard time naturally nad misssng Steve but her words were so inspiring. She said that Steve is always with her and he hasn't left her. She said his beauty, inspiration and memories are priceless and will always be there.. She has got that forever and she will see him again... I recorded that program for you... it's positive and healing... Love Fatima

Alisha Artellan

September 20, 2006

That story about the sign below when ray got pulled over..My dad told me that story on Friday.I thought that was the funniest thing my parents miss ray so mucb. Love to your family ray...

Arhline (Ali) Aliotti

September 19, 2006

Cheryl,

These are a few things I remember:

My Buddy, Ray…that’s common sense…who loves papa I do, I do…you shouldn’t have to pay, you’re a girl…who let the dogs out…that Luke…see this fist, stand back, you don’t know when it’s going to explode…I gotta have my food hot, not spicy hot, fire hot…Tony Danza…BBQ in the wee hours of the AM…wet kisses…strong-hold hugs…big blue eyes…hard worker…proud worker…social butterfly…friend to all…family to all…Cheryl…Ashley…Christen…Jonathon

…Michelle…Denny…Sue…etc

My favorite Story:

I remember a story he told me over and over again about in his younger days after High school. Him and his buddies use to cruise Alvarado Street on the weekend nights. One night the roads were under construction and detours and arrow signs were place in different locations. Well he took a wrong turn and a cop, another friend from his school days, pulled him over along with two other friends that were in the car with him. The officer came up to the car and with a surprise look, say to Ray, “ Heeeeeey, how’s it going”, then a few more words exchanged on what’s been going on in his life and so on. Then he ask Ray, “hey, you turned down the wrong street didn’t you see the arrows”! Ray responded with, “ I didn’t even see the Indians”. I loved that story!

Love you Cheryl, Arhline

fatima thayer

September 17, 2006

Cheryl,

Ray is with you.. When I saw you yesterday I didn't mean to leave. I saw your son's face and emotions and your daughter in law Anne emotions.. They love you so much and care about you are blessed. Jonathon will carry Ray on forever.. Yes he will. Ray left a chain of gold. His legacy shaped the perfect world. Smile, laugh and cry you will do but always know he is holding your hand. Cheryl your experience now is feelings of loss and sadness. You did not lose Ray he is with you.. don't you forget that. Born,living,growing and dying is part of life. The feelings of helplessness and complexity is natural.. but Ray doesn't want to feel that. He needs for you to know that he left this world by Gods choice but when he left he has and always will have his wonderful wife children and grandchildren. Ray is in your home with you he is in good hands. Death is difficult to deal with a loved one. In reality as you mourn Cheryl... Ray is right there saying.. I am fine please don't cry.

Mary Green-Kight

September 12, 2006

Dear Ray, I am writing because I believe it is important to pay tribute to wonderful people that touched my life. Remember good 'ole Bay View Elementary School? You, John and Johnny were quite the team and always treated me well. You used to give our teachers, Mrs Perry (3rd grade) and Mrs. Collins (4th grade) a good run for their money. Our childhood days were filled with laughter. You'll remain alive in fond memories. God Bless you and your loved ones. Sincerely, Mary Green

Cheryl Cato

September 1, 2006

Hi Darling, My life with you was a magical loving ride, with so many happy and loving memories. I miss you every minute of every day, your laugh, the good-night songs, all the little things you did just for me. I love you so much, my heart will be permanently broken. But I will go on until "we meet again" and I can feel your loving arms wrapped around me and your warm kisses. Rest in peace my love, till we meet again. Your loving wife and best friend, Cheryl.

Anita Salonis-Pazdon

August 28, 2006

Dear Cheryl and Family, Scott and I, were deeply saddened to hear of Rays' passing.Our hearts and prayers go out to you. Ray was a nice man.He will be missed by all.

Carla LaMonte

August 28, 2006

Dearest Cheryl, My heart goes out to you. Our grieving will never stop, just like the rivers that flow. Remember at these times, that Ray who has given much, will always be there for you. Remember the good. That's probably how he would have wanted it. And he will always love you, only now, he has the Lord with him to give you more. My sincerest hug I give to you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. carla

Anne Rivera

August 27, 2006

Hi Cheryl! Well, you certainly had one hell of a party for Ray, I'm sure he was smiling down at us all day. You know that if you ever need anything, please give us a call. We love you & Ray with all our hearts! Love Ya, Anne & Jovtte

Bill Padgett

August 25, 2006

Dear Cheryl, its been many years since I have seen you.[the brick house] I am sorry for your loss,as well as all who new Ray. everyone loved him.Im from del rey oaks, fremont Jr high. just wanted you and your family to know my wife Karen and I are Praying for you. My words cant say enough so I will leave you with this,Please read Proverbs 3; 5-6. I hope you find pease and comfort. God bless you. sincerly Bill Padgett

We Love Our PaPa Man

August 25, 2006

JoAnn Crivello

August 23, 2006

Cheryl and family,

I've been thinking of you...my love and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

All the great fun times that we had together. I will miss him running to me with a big smile, that special "Ray" dance and getting my "wet ear kiss". Ray will be missed by so many but will always remain in our hearts. xoxo

Carolyn DiMaggio-Campbell

August 20, 2006

I can't say how glad I was to cut my vacation short to attend Ray's Celebration Of Life, I know he was looking down on everyone, and he was so happy to see all of his childhood friends, and family, and people he has met in his adult life. What a great tribute to a great guy. It was truly amazing. Ray Cato will forever live in our memories, and Cheryl, you will be forever loved by all of us. God blessed you with Ray, and blessed all of his with him, Thank You Ray Cato for being you. You will be missed so much, by so many. We love you Ray, and we will meet again. Rest in Peace now.

August 19, 2006

CHERYL,

RAY WILL BE FOREVER MISSED,FOREVER LOVED!

JOHNNY

CHERYL CLEARY

August 19, 2006

CHERYL,

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RAY AND DEEPLY SADDENED FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY I KNOW THAT I WILL MISS HIS SMILE AND EASY GOING WAY'S HE TRULY WAS THE KINDEST MAN I HAVE EVER MET IN MY LIFETIME HE WAS ALWAYS A JOY TO BE AROUND I AM GLAD THE LAST TIME I WAS ON THE PENINSULA THAT I HAPPENED TO RUN INTO YOU TWO AT THE LEGION I AM SORRY THAT HE WAS TAKEN SO SOON FROM YOU &HIS LOVING FAMILY WE ALL KNOW THAT HE ALREADY HAD HIS WINGS HE WAS DEFINATELY AN ANGEL.....YOUR FRIEND CHERYL C.

Richard Graxiola

August 19, 2006

Our sincere sympathy to the Cato and Coopersmith family.

Dick and Peggy Graxiola

Karla Easter

August 19, 2006

Cheryl and family,

I am thinking of you in so many ways. The loss of a family member, of course, brings it all together. Everyone has a chance to speak highly with the most loving words and thoughts. After reading all of the above, I already feel closer to Ray. However, I didn't get many opportunities to really know him, I believe I got enough to understand what a genuine, fun man he was. He was always kind and sweet to me from the first Hello. My Best to all of you, and how lucky you have been all these years! (Now I'm a little jealous).

August 19, 2006

TO CHERYL AND FAMILY,

I HAVE LOST ONE OF THE BEST FRIENDS I EVER HAD OR EVER WILL HAVE! I MISS HIM SO MUCH ALREADY.RAY AND I GO BACK TO THE 1ST GRADE TOGETHER..ALWAYS TOGETHER.WE HAVE STORIES THAT WE LAUGHED ABOUT NOW ..JUST LIKE WE DID IN THE OLD DAYS.LET ME SHARE A FEW WITH YOU.WHEN WE WERE PLAYING LITTLE LEAGUE EVERYONE WAS SCARED OF KILLER CATO HE HAD SPEED LIKE NO ONE ELSE,ALONG WITH HIS STRENGHT.WE ALL FEARED GOING UP AGAINST RAY WHEN IT WAS OUR TURN TO BATT.WHEN I GOT UP TO BAT I GOT LUCKY I HIT A HOME RUN OUT OF THE PARK. 2ND TIME AROUND I GOT UP AND HIT ANOTHER HOME RUN...IT WAS ALL LUCK..WHEN I GOT UP TO THE PLATE THE THIRD TIME..RAY GOT THAT BALL AND HIT ME IN THE HEAD, AS IF TO SAY THERE!!!EVEYTIME I HAVE SEEN RAY TILL THE DAY HE PASSED HE WOULD SAY "YOU ONLY GOT ONE HOME RUN OFF OF ME SEGOVIA" THEN THERE WAS OUR SAT MORNINGS ..WE WOULD GO TO THE OLD OUTRIGGER WERE THERE WAS A BIG WISHING POND IN THE SHAPE OF A CLAM SHELL THAT PEOPLE WOULD MAKE WISHES AND THROW COINS IN...WELL RAY MADE ME BE THE WATCH OUT GUY....HE WOULD ROLL UP HIS PANTS..TAKE OFF HIS SHOES AND SOCKS..GET AS MANY COINS AS HE COULD AND THEN WE WOULD GO DOWN AND BUY RC COLA'S AND BBQ CHIPS..AND RC COLA ONLY BECAUSE THAT WAS HIS INITIALS.WHEN WE WERE AT BAY VIEW SCHOOL..NO ONE COULD KICK THE KICK BALL LIKE RAY..HE WOULD KICK IT SO HARD IT WOULD GO DOWN TO A LITTLE CORNER STORE BY LIGHTHOUSE..WE WOULD CHASE THE BALL..BUY CANDY AND GO BACK TO SCHOOL..YOU KNOW I COULD GO ON AND ON..THESE ARE MY MEMORIES AND NO ONE CAN TAKE THEM AWAY.THANK GOD.SO TO MY BROTHER RAY-RAY..WHO LEFT US HERE BEHIND..BUT WITH NOTHING BUT GREAT MEMORIES..I WILL FOREVER THINK ABOUT YOU, MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU.REMEMBER THEY HAD TO SEPERATE US IN THE 4TH GRADE..BUT THEY NEVER SEPERATED OUR HEARTS!!

ALWAYS AND FOREVER..JOHN SEGOVIA

Kathi Souza (Ball)

August 19, 2006

Cheryl.....I am sooo sorry for your hurt sister...try and lean on your brothers and friends right now and I will pray that the days to come will ease your pain. Remember that I Love You with all my heart and I always have...Love to You from Kathi Souza (Ball)

Donna DiMaggio Raymond

August 18, 2006

Dear Cheryl: I will always remember Ray as one of the kindest persons I had ever known. He loved you so much, and I am sure he will always be in your heart. I wish you well, and I am so sorry for you loss. Love Donna DiMaggio Raymond, "Hey Ho"

Bobby Uyeda

August 18, 2006

Always a Friend, ALWAYS A LAUGH, ALWAYS A SMILE

Cindy Clapp

August 18, 2006

Cheryl,

I can't explain in words, the hurt in my heart for you and the family. A BIG man with a BIGGER HEART. Monterey won't be the same. I love you all, Cindy

August 18, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

Ashley "Boo-Boo" Magallanes

August 17, 2006

My PaPa....

(lips PaPa Lips...) i remeber when ever i came over to my papas house he would ALWAYS make sure his lil BooBoo had everything she wanted...but most of all... He loved me like his own... my papa was ALWAYS the person to make your day entertained by his lil remarks, and his dance moves... I will always remeber everytime i saw my papa he would ALWAYS remind me when i was little...i would Always want my papa....or as he would say..."PApaaa PApaaa..." he would always be the one i would go to if i needed someone to make me laugh...or if i was having a bad day he would figure someway to make his BooBoo happy....I will miss my PaPa more then words can explain... i cant imagine not seeing him but i know he'll always be there with me... MY PAPA MAN was the best and the sweetest person i knew... with his RANDOM HUGS and KISSES to me and all me friends he would meet...everyone i met would always ask how "Ray...or my Papa" was.. as i hear from everyone he was the life of the party...and he loved EVERYONE...and oh...he loved me soo much...or as the song goes.."I love you soo much...i love you so..so very much i love you so...SOOO VERY MUCH...DOOSH DOOSH..." i will miss his lil songs he sung and the patty cake games we would play...NO ONE will ever be like Papa...he was truly one of a kind...and WILL ALWAYS be remebered...I LOVE YOU PAPA....i will always be your lil BooBoo no matter how old i am!

Love You with ALL my heart

Ashley

a.k.a your lil BooBoo

Milchor Green

August 17, 2006

Ray, you will be missed! It seems like only yesterday we were kids in New Monterey. You grew to be a fabulous man. Every time I saw you I would often think; I am happy to know you! Life is a beautiful thing and I believe the peace you are experiencing is undescribable. Ray we will continue to love you and your family. I am happy I know you!

GENOA WOODS

August 17, 2006

DEAR CHERYL AND FAMILY,

THE LIST OF GOOD THINGS TO SAY ABOUT RAY COULD GO ON AND ON...SO I WILL START WITH RAY WAS THE KINDNESS,MOST GENTLE,FUN LOVING MAN I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE!HE CARED ABOUT EVERYONE..AT ALL TIMES.

SO SAD THAT HE HAS BEEN TAKEN FROM US....MONTEREY WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU!I WILL MISS YOU GREATLY...AND ALWAYS KEEP YOU CLOSE TO MY HEART..WITH LOVING MEMORIES!! I KNOW YOU ARE WITH OUR LORD IN A WONDERFUL PLACE...LOVE ALWAYS, GENOA WOODS.

Christen/Crissy Larkin

August 17, 2006

MY PAPA...

"WHO LOVES PAPA" I DO!!!!I WOULD ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM ALWAYS SAY THAT AND EVERYONE WOULD SAY THAT THEY DO!!EVERYONE THAT BARELY EVEN KNOWS HIM WOULD EVEN SAY THAT!!U KNOW WHAT IVE BEEN THINKING HOW EVERYBODY IS SAD WELL PAPA WOULD LOOK DOWN AT US AND SAY DONT CRY ITS ALRIGHT ITS A BETTER PLACE IN HEAVEN!![HE'S PROBABLY MAKING EVERYONE LAUGH IN HEAVEN]U KNOW THAT HE WOULD SAY THAT BECAUSE IF U WERE HAVING A BAD DAY HE WOULD ALWAYS TRY TO PUT A SMILE ON YOUR FACE!!! I LOVE MY PAPA VERY MUCH AND AM GLAD THAT HE WAS MY PAPA BECAUSE HE WAS A GOOD HEARTED PERSON AND HE WAS A FRIEND TO ALL!!! papa i love u very much and everybody loves u to!!!papa u were a great person to all and u had a good heart to!!!i hope that u rest in peace!!! i hope ill see u again when i die because ive wanted to say and do many things with u in my life that i didnt get to do!!!!! I love u very much PAPA r.i.p!!!!i will always have a place for u in my heart!!!love u very much papa!!!

love always,

xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

christen/crissy

JoANN WILLIAMS

August 17, 2006

RAY-RAY,

SUE(HARTLEY)SAID IT BEST....HOW MANY RIDES IN THAT GREEN CHEVY DID WE TAKE..YOU WOULD CRUISE TILL WE GOT DIZZY!I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO KNOW AND HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE FOR SO MANY YEARS.YOUR KISSES & HUGS WILL BE FOREVER MISSED.YOU WERE THE KINDEST MOST GENTLE FRIEND I EVER HAD.I WILL MISS YOU RAY-RAY!

UNTILL WE SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN..DON'T STOP DANCING!

JoAnn (Evangelista)Williams

Liz La-Luz - Spadaro

August 17, 2006

Cheryl and Family,

I did not know Ray for many years like the rest of Monterey did but I sure felt like I did. He made you feel special and what a gift that is. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

JOHN AND DEBBIE SEGOVIA

August 17, 2006

Dear Cheryl & Family,

TO SAY WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS IS NOT ENOUGH...THERE ARE NO WORDS TO EXPLAIN THE PAIN IN OUR HEARTS! WE WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH.JOHN AND RAY GO BACK TO THE 1ST GRADE TOGETHER..INFACT THEY HAD TO SEPERATE THEM...BUT NEVER COULD THEY SEPERATE THERE HEARTS!TWO WEEKS AGO WE WERE TOGETHER...AND WE WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN UNTIL THAT DAY COMES...WE WILL MOURN YOUR LOSS, RAY.YOU USE TO BRING OUT THE GOOD IN EVERYONE AND EVERYTHING...THIS WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER.SOMEONE ONCE TOLD ME"WHEN YOU THINK OF SOMEONE THAT HAS PASSED ON...THAT MEANS THEY ARE THINKING OF YOU...SO OUR FRIEND WE WILL LOVE AND THINK OF YOU..AND MISS YOU DAILY.YOU WERE SUCH A BIG PART OF OUR LIFE..GOD BLESS YOU RAY....LOVE, THE SEGOVIA FAMILY(BIG FOOT TOO!)

Jimmy & Debbie Graham

August 17, 2006

To The Cato Family,

Our thoughts & prayer's go out to each and everyone of you in your time of need.

fatima thayer

August 17, 2006

Cheryl,

You have given Ray the best years of his life. He is still with you. We will miss Ray's presence... but his soul and heart will never die.Ray is with the Angels dancing and licking ears. God needed him... but Ray is still with you and his family and friends. Love Robby and Fatima

Michelle Larkin (Cato)

August 17, 2006

My Dad...

My dad was always loved within the first few minutes of knowing him! He had a gift of making anyone around him laugh and feel special at the same time! I am so proud and honored to be his daughter! His handsome smile and big blue eyes always lit up the room. He was a Monterey celebrity...everyone would come up to me throughout my life and say to me "wow, Ray Cato's your father, he's so great"! He was never mean to me or anyone but just full of love! Anyone hanging out with him would be well taken care of until his pockets were empty. He was one of a kind! I LOVE my dad so much!!!We should learn from my dad not to take life so seriously and have fun!! His fun-loving spirit will live on forever!!

August 17, 2006

BooBa, Husband inlaw,& Brother,

So many memories will be in our hearts forever. I thank you for sharing all of those with us. You lived your life to the fullest always a smile always a kind word. I will miss all those dances and good times. But i know when i look up at the stars, that brite shinning star will be you winking at me saying "go" Sue who let the dogs out. We love you BooBa.

Denny, Sue, & Tabatha Watts

Jayne & Ray Snyder

August 17, 2006

We are so glad that we knew Ray. The room was always livened up when Ray walked in! We will miss those hugs and compliments that were whispered into our ears. Party on Ray, party on....

Richie, Annie, and your grouchy Johnny

August 16, 2006

Who Loves PAPA MAN? "We Do, We Do!"

Papa, we love and will miss you so much.

We will miss your smile, your big bear hugs,your special ribs and those very, very, special kisses.

Papa, we wish we could say more, but, as we sit here and talk about what to say, our tears roll down, as we think about you, and so much of how you loved us and we you. We cannot put it into words.

Papa, one thing, we will always have with us forever, is your unconditional love of family, friends and life itself.

Your special "Dance" will be in our hearts forever.

Love you Papa!

Karen Neff-Padgett

August 16, 2006

Cheryl,Johnny, Ray, and Family,

I am so sorry for your great loss. I went to school with Ray, and what a big hearted man he was! I will always remember those "ear kisses" and big blue eyes. He was one of the kindest people that I have ever known. May God Bless you, and keep you at peace during this very sad time. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Terri Scardina -Hernandez

August 16, 2006

Cheryl and Family, I heard something recently that I think discribes Ray... Remember me with smiles and laughter cause thats how I will remember you, If you cant remember me that way.. dont remember me at all.

Smiles and laughter.. Thats Ray Ray.

I love you guys. You are in my prayers and always on my mind.

xoxoxox

Ranae Martin

August 16, 2006

Cheryl, I cannot express how much Ray will be missed. He was always one of my favorite dance partners (if that's what you called what he did on the dance floor!) He was a wonderful person and a great friend. We loved him dearly. We wish you and the family all the best. Love you a bunch. XOXO

John Hollo

August 16, 2006

Ray will be greatly missed by all, we have lost a big hearted man.

Shandry DeForge

August 16, 2006

Dear Cheryl and Family,

I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Ray. He will always be remembered for making everyone around him laugh. My thoughts and prayers go out to you for your tremendous loss.

Kristine Cavallas-Pitman

August 16, 2006

Dear Cheryl and Family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Ray for many years, but the memories of him always bring a smile. He had a way of making everyone laugh and my fondest memories are of him in our living room dancing around with me, my sisters and my Mom. May God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Don Harley

August 16, 2006

I will miss you Ray your old friend Don Harley

Lonnie Wigham

August 16, 2006

Dear Cheryl,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Ray was loved by so many and was such a force in our lives. I know that my ears have not been cleaner than the last time I saw Ray Ray (Killer).

I will always think of him with great affection and respect. What a great man to know. You are not here with us Ray but will always remain in our hearts. Your light will shine on. You are home now.

Your friend,

Ron Lucas Jr

August 16, 2006

Cheryl and family,

I am truly sorry for your loss.We will all miss Ray very much.You are all in our prayers.God Bless.

Salude Ray!

Alisha Artellan

August 16, 2006

This sadens me to hear what happened. I remember you when I was a little girl and how you loved me and my sister. And how you loved my parents! You had the most unique voice and were always smiling! I will miss you so much but I know that you will be with us forever! My love goes to your family! We have all lost a wonderful person! I will be smile knowing that u made it safe to heaven! I will miss u cato! And always remember you and your smile and voice! I love you!

Sister - Karleen Graxiola Russell Brother in law - Kyle and nephews Keegan and Kobe

August 16, 2006

My big brother...

He was known for his complements such as you're so pretty, you're so sexy, you're the best....didn't matter if you were 8 years old or 88. As a matter of fact it didn't matter if you were female or male, he made you feel special. Same goes for the wonderful "wet" cheek kisses or "tongue in ear".... once again....didn't matter if you were male or female. You know I don't think that very many (if any) men could get away with that...but Ray sure could. He was truly a family man. He loved and would stick up for each and every one of us. He was proud of where he came from. He worked hard and played hard. That's what we all loved about him. There is nothing or no one that he would not help if he could. I will miss my occasional dances with him....at least I "think" that was called dancing?.... you know, some laughed at how he danced but then I'd see them out there trying the same moves so he must have had something going, huh? I will forever remember those big blue eyes. I can talk about him for days but I will just close my eyes and remember all the fun with him. Here is a couple of saying to think about to remember Ray.....

Don't cry because it's over, Smile because it happened.

Rather than mourn the absence of the flame, Let us celebrate how brightly it burned.

Rest in Peace dear brother,

We'll miss you xoxoxoxooxoxoxox

TRACI HARVEY

August 16, 2006

CHERYL, WE BOTH ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF RAY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME.RAY WILL ALWYAS BE IN OUR HEARTS AND WE SHALL ALWAYS HAVE SUCH GREAT MEMORIES OF HIM AND HIS HUGS AND KISSES .. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

ALMA Mc AFEE

August 16, 2006

CHERYL AND FAMILY, I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RAY. HIS SMILE AND GREAT BIG HUGS HE GAVE TO EVERYONE WILL BE MISSED. YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

Sue (Hartley) Ward-DeMaria

August 16, 2006

My memories of Ray are from the days we cruised Alvarado St. around and around and around. Ray was always the life of the party. It was always Ray, Ron and Pat together and if you were friends with any of those guys.....well you were considered one of the cool people. Ray and the rest of the guys would make up sayings that made no sense at all but were funny, after awhile everyone would be saying them. Ray had a lime green Chevy, when we would see that car pull onto the street we new it was on.

Ray was also very quiet at times almost shy it seemed but then night would come and Ray would shine.

He will be missed......To Ray's family I am sorry for your loss. I know he is still around you having a good time, wondering why everyone is so upset. He would be the first to say " Lets Get This Party Started."

Tommy & Marilyn Kimbrough

August 16, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers to Cheryl and the Cato family. Raymond will be greatly missed.

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