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Raymond Short Obituary
Mr. Raymond D. Short, 76, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully at his home on February 6, 2012. Born in Dayton, Ohio, he was son of the late Doyle Edward Short and Lelia Agee Short.
Mr. Short was a member of The Holy Comforter Episcopal Church and was retired from the John Deere Company.
He was a beloved coach of the Westchester Optimist Club which included football, baseball and basketball. He was also a member of the 1953-54 football team of Harding High School who went undefeated for three consecutive seasons.
He leaves behind his wife, Carolyn Harding Short; sons, Raymond Barry Short (Nandy), and Daniel Edward Short (JoAnna); daughters, Kristine Moore (Gary), and Jill Foster (Mike) all of Charlotte; grandsons, Michael Raymond; Alejandro, Estevan, Conner, Christian and Colten; granddaughters, Sue Ellen, Sophie, Rachel, Luisa and Raygan; brother, Billy Short (Sarah) and sister-in-law, Nancy T. Short.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, February 10, 2012 at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church with Father Kevin Brown presiding. The family will receive friends in the parish hall following the service.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Michael Foster and Estevan Short for their exceptional care given to Raymond.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The American Cancer Society, 500 E. Morehead St, Suite 211, Charlotte, NC 28202.
Arrangements are in the care of Forest Lawn West Funeral and Cremation Service. On-line condolences may be placed at www.forestlawnwest.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Short
Jerry Stewart
February 20, 2012
All of the Stewarts send deepest sympathy to the Short family. Coach Short was a great coach and a good man. The fond memories of playing football for Westchester always involved coach Short. He will be missed. God bless your family.
Charles Gayle
February 15, 2012
I can still remember starting at Harding in the 8th grade and seeing all those big football players walking down the halls,especially Clyde and Raymond.My deepest sympathy to Raymond's family
Nancy Mangum
February 12, 2012
Sending my love and prayers to Raymond's family and to Nancy, Billy and Sarah. I will always remember the Short brothers as teenagers on the square - they will never grow old in my mind. They were great young teens that became great men. My deepest sympathy to each of you.
Randy & Joyce Love
February 12, 2012
Carolyn and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Ray. We are keeping your family in our prayers.
Fejz Bakalli
February 12, 2012
Fejz and I were so sorry to hear about Ray. Rae Deicke sent us an email. Wish we had known earlier. Ray was a good man-it was a pleasure to know him.
David Shaffner
February 11, 2012
I knew Ray and Billy from Harding High during the early and mid 50s. Ray was an outstanding person who was loved by many, including myself. I can still see Ray and Clyde (Biggerstaff) together, what a sight! Harding turned out a lot of wonderful people and Ray was upther near the top. I am very sorry for your loss.
David Shaffner
Tony and Liz Elorriaga
February 10, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss and send our love and prayers during this time of greiving. We loved Ray like family and are so heartbroken he has now lost his courageous battle with cancer.
We will always cherish the memories of him and will keep him and all your family in our prayers.
We love you all.
February 10, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. During this time of grieving may warm memories somehow comfort you. Our heart goes out to at this time.
Jack and Emily Bowie
Randy Hildreth
February 10, 2012
To the Short family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Coach was a man who gave so much to so many and truly helped shape the person that I turned out to be. The sports lessons, but more importantly the life lessons. Randy
February 10, 2012
We are so sorry to hear about Raymond's passing. You are in our prayers. With Deepest Sympathy, Joel Frye Jr. & Michelle Frye Goodson
Nancy & Chris Griffin
February 9, 2012
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Short family.
February 9, 2012
very sorry for your loss..
Darrell Harrison
ACC Football Official
Phil & Helen Beam
February 9, 2012
Raymond was an inspiration to the kids of Westchester..he loved life and his family..his uplifting spirit touched all of us..RIP my friend.
Phil & Helen Beam
February 9, 2012
I am sad that the world has lost one of its bright lights. Ray was so genuine and proud of his family. He would sparkle when he talked about his kids. A real treasure and wonderful to work with.
Deepest sympathy,
Cheryl Forlines
Co-worker at Deere and Homelite
Thomas & Allison Helms Jr.
February 9, 2012
Sincere condolences to the Short family, Raymond was a good man and a great coach at the Westchester Optimst Club. He will be missed, Thank You, Raymond
February 8, 2012
jill i was so sorry to hear about your dad he was a great person and well liked by all who knew him .
love and prayers to you and your family at this time.
mary miller (pj and mark bordners mom)
Frankie Brantley
February 8, 2012
Raymond, I remember you from Harding High School and I always thought you were a great guy. We shared a lot of laughs and good times back then. You will be greatly missed by your family and friends.
Dianne McRorie
February 8, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. The families in Westchester were more like family. We spent many fun times together. Dianne Melton McRorie
Dorian Jones
February 8, 2012
Dear Mrs. Short, Danny, Barry, Jill and Kristine, and FamiIy, I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Short. As a friend to Danny and Jo I always new when you guys would come visit and I was always happy to see Mr. Short. His sense of humor was so great. He would always make me laugh even about the simplest things. I remember the time I went to Charlotte to visit and we all got together for dinner. I only had a few bites because of how much fun I was having and how much I was laughing about the things Mr. Short had said. I also remember him as being an awesome Grandfather. When little Raygan got hurt he drove Jo and Ray to Children's Hospital and sat for hours in the waiting room making sure everything would be ok, that is something I will never forget. He will be missed so very, very much. I send you all my love, and prayes on this difficult time, Dorian
melvin barnhardt
February 8, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Good memories of school days. Melvin Barnhardt.
Jimmy Hooks
February 8, 2012
Raymond was a great All-State running back for Harding but his athletic achievements were exceeded by his friendliness and kindness to others.He was a Class Act who I will never forget and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family in their loss.
Donna Brotherton Parker
February 8, 2012
Very sorry to hear about your loss. Mr Short was a remarkable man, father and coach. He gave a lot of his heart to the boys and girls of Westchester. God has another angel amoung him for sure. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Glenda Johnson
February 8, 2012
My condolences to the Short family. I knew Raymond when I was in High School at East Mecklenburg. He was an outstanding athelete at Harding. He was alway fun and seemed a happy young man. RIP Ray.
Glenda Coan Johnson
Pat Forbes
February 8, 2012
Cookie,
I was so sorry to hear about cousin Ray. Sarah and Billy had been keeping me posted on him.My thoughts and prayers are with the family.At least he is resting now and in peace in the Lord's arms.
Pat(Baker) Forbes
Ali Shetula
February 8, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Short family, May god bless you RIP Mr. Short.
Judie Walters
February 8, 2012
Cookie and family, my hearfelt sympathy goes out to all of you at this time. I enjoyed all the years of being your friend and also our children growing up together, beautiful memories with loving thoughts always. God be with you at this time. I am so sorry I cannot be there for the Funeral Service to honor Ray's life but I am there in spirit with love.
February 8, 2012
R.I.P RAY SHORT YOU WERE A GREAT FATHER IN LAW THE BEST I EVER HAD. YOU ARE UNFORGETABLE . TAKE CARE OF ME FROM HEAVEN.
greg auten
February 8, 2012
To the Short family,I have great memories of your Dad especially all the tennis we played together,it meant the world to me even though we didnt win a lot people knew when they had played the short chubby guys!!!Greg Auten
Lisa Windell
February 8, 2012
I would like to extend all my love and prayers to the Short family! I hope all your sweet memories will somehow comfort you at this time! Mr. Short was positive part of all of the kids in Westchester's lives!!!! My Mom always talks about being in high school with him good memories! All of my love! Lisa Belk Windell and Family
Allison Griffin-Hlems
February 8, 2012
To the Short family...my thoughts and prayers are with your family right now. I was so sadden to hear of your lose. Raymond was such a good man and he will be remembered for a long time. I know that his pain and suffering are over now and he is in peace. I also know that he will be in good company...daddy will welcome him in and show him around the beautiful place he is in now. He can also join my step-dad, Woody there too. I know the 3 of them will share alot of memories. I know you will miss him dearly, but he is in a much better place now...he is at peace. You will be in my prayers.
Allison Griffin-Helms (Concord, NC)
February 8, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Mr. Short was a good man that I have fond memories of from growing up in Westchester. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Sandy Short
February 8, 2012
Cookie and family - my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Raymond was a special, happy and funny man and I know you will all miss him dearly. I hope God's hand will carry you through this time of mourning.
Sandy (Short) Mosley
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