Raymond G. Ayala

We are so saddened by the loss of Mr. A. He brought joy to many we certainly enjoyed seeing him and his hats day after day as our children went through the preschool. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for the family. --The Furrs

We will never forget Ray for the love that he showed all the children. He helped make the school a fun and safe place every day. What a great, great man. Thank you Ray, and prayers to his family!

Janet & family-

It was wonderful to see you all coping so well this afternoon. I will miss this man dearly. He was the first fellow New Yorker that I met after moving here in 2000. He was a joy to be around. He made me laugh, cry and realize the importance of family. For being such a hard worker, he always reminded me to keep my family first. He always did so with you all and spoke nothing but gratitude for the family that he was blessed with. He was never a complainer - always a...

Very sad to hear of Mr. A's passing. I send prayers and love to his family. He will be greatly missed at the preschool and he brought so much joy to all that were blessed to know him.

Mr. A's family, we are so saddened with the lost of such a wonderful person. An icon at the school with all his hats and music. He made every child feel important daily. Our prayers are with you all. The Loughridges

Craig my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Janet and Family,
I am so saddened by the sudden loss of your beloved Ray. He was such a good hearted man who always had a kind word to say with a smile on his face. His happiness was contagious; he brought so much joy to all. He will be missed.

Our thoughts and prayers to the Ayala family. Mr. A will be greatly missed in the halls at Alton Darby Preschool. His simple gestures of hellos and goodbyes made everyone feel welcome!