Denver, Colorado
Ray McGeorge, 80, of Denver died June 18, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Diane; his brother, Ivan; a grandson, Michael McGeorge of Denver, and two great grandchildren. Two sons, Skip and Bryan, granddaughter, Amy, brothers, Homer and Earl and sister, Ruby, predeceased him. Ray was...
Read MoreDiane, I only met Ray once but that was good. Miss working with & knowing Bryan. I found out about his passing through Fred Herrera of Christian Record Services. Ray's work is completed on this earth but memories will continue.
Bob Hershey
September 15, 2010 | Denver, CO
One of my favorite moments at convention was when Diane told us, while giving out a door prize, that "Ray McGeorge did NOT like the Dallas Cowboys." I've heard so many great stories in the past few weeks, and I'm just not ready for them to stop. I hope everyone will continue to share their wonderful memories of this remarkable man that we were all so lucky to know.
Kristina Wadia
July 14, 2010 | Baltimore, MD
Ray was a blessing to this organization, and to me as a young woman first coming to learn about the Federation. He was a dear and kindly gentleman whose good work is reflected in the hearts and lives of many. We will miss him, but cherish his memory and celebrate his life. I am glad Diane will be joining us at convention so that she may be surrounded by the loving support of the organization she and Ray helped to build.
Renee West
July 01, 2010 | Baltimore, MD
Ray, I know you're in a better place, hard as that is to imagine. If there is anything I can do for Diane... always willing
Bart Beasley
June 25, 2010 | Denver, CO
Dear Diane,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. While I did not know Ray very well I felt compelled to write.
You both were customers of mine at Paradise Cleaners. I remember Ray getting his sight back and then losing it again, too.
I just wanted you to know that I have always kept you in my thoughts and prayers and the community and people really do care.
God Bless!
Tymmie Byram
June 25, 2010 | Denver, CO
At the memorial service I heard about all of Ray's involvement with the NFB and CCB, but almost nothing about his work at the machine shop. A gentleman said he had no idea what a turret lathe was. I worked with Ray 40 years ago, when he taught me how to operate his lathe. I don't think people understand how dangerous his work was. I still have a 1" scar on my forearm from a very large drill bit on his very machine. He ran the lathe during the day, and I ran it at night. Picture a heavy...
Jim Rogers
June 23, 2010 | Centennial, CO
Dearest Diane,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I have known you both for over 45 years and you were such an integral part of my life for so so long. Unfortunately not so much in the past few years. You and Ray were always there for me and mine when I needed someone and I will never forget that. Ray was such a good and loving man and so soft spoken. The Federation and this world have suffered a great loss but are so much better for having had him in them.
Love you,
Bev Hudson
June 22, 2010 | HighlandsRanch, CO
Dear Diane; Ray was such a part of my childhood memories. Playing with Skip and Brian. The wonderful train set, the smell of his pipe and his wonderful voice. He will be missed my so many people. Love you Diane.
Ellen Porter
June 22, 2010 | Seattle, WA
I wonder how many people passed Ray walking down a street, in a store, or sat next to him (and Diane) at a restaurant, not knowing that if they had simply said hello, they would have met a wonderful human being…and probably an instant friend. When Ray spoke with his calming, deep voice, he would put even a stranger at ease in a heartbeat. Whether he was telling one of his stories or a joke or giving advice, it was time well spent and a joy to listen to him.
For the fortunate of...
June 22, 2010