Raymond Patla

Cathy and Tyler

I understand your loss and sorrow at this time as I just lost my mother on Xmas Eve. I didn't know Ray, but seeing the last name, it is the same as my Mom's mothers' maiden name. Maybe there is a connection somewhere along the way.
It is very hard losing someone you love very much, but we have to go on with the happy memories that see us through times like this. My condolences and prayers are with you, Ray sounded like a "wonderful" person.

Cathy and Tyler,

I am so very sorry to hear of Ray's passing.

When I think of my time at Schering-Plough, there are many occasions when Ray was right there, such as at golf outings, software conferences, major projects he ran and the celebrations that followed their successful completion. My most special memories are when you and he took to me to Hoover Dam and Mead Lake after a user conference Ray and I attended. That outing followed a day of lessons at each of the...

Cathy and Tyler,

My condolences to you and your family members. What a "Ray" of light. My early years at Schering were filled with Ray's hardworking ethics, yet fun-filled attitude. As I am writing this to you, I have a big smile on my face which is "so Ray". He surely will be missed by all of us here, but I know he'll bring lots of laughter to those in heaven.

May God bless you.

Cathy and Tyler,

My deepest sympathies. We will all miss Ray brightening our days. From work projects back in the day, to racquetball, to card games, to Knick games, to basketball banter, to funny and serious emails, Ray always put a smile on my face. He sure knew how to enjoy life and make others' lives better.

Mine and Kay's prayers will be with you and Ray.

Dear Cathy and Tyler, I am sorry to hear about Ray. We "grew up" together in Elizabeth. I lived 2 houses away from Ray and although he was 2 years older than me, Ray always managed to include me in his plans for bowling, baseball and every other sport imaginable As i look back on those wonderful years I always will remember Ray as a true friend an older brother and a kind mentor. I am sorry for the world's loss. John Agostino

Cathy and Tyler,

I understand your loss and sorrow. All we can do now is rejoice in the memories.

Maryanne Donaghy

Dear Cathy and Tyler,

I am so sorry to hear about Ray.

We worked together at Schering and he would always be so cheerful. When asked how he was he would say "Just Ducky".

He always talked with such pride about you both.

May your happy memories comfort you at this time.

Sincerely,
Mary Ann Hrubic

Dear Cathy and Tyler, I worked with Ray as a vendor for many years and had several outings with him as a fellow racetrack enthuiast. Tyler, your Dad spoke about you with great pride and love. Cathy, Ray loved you very much as you know and appreciated all your love and support throughout the years. It is said that we continue to live through the kind memories of others even after we are gone. Ray Patla will continue to live a very long time . Ray, please put in a good word for us track guys...

Dear Cathy and Tyler, Ray was the ultimate "kissin' cousin" -- kind, loving and embracing life. Although the miles separate us, you all have been in my prayers and will continue to be at this difficult time. May you find solace knowing he is now in the arms and comfort of God.