Raymond Louis Best

1936 - 2019

Raymond Louis Best obituary, 1936-2019, Santa Clarita, CA

BORN

1936

DIED

2019

Raymond Best Obituary

Ray was born in Zanesville, Ohio to George and Lydia Best. He is survived by his sons Terry and Jason Best and half-brother Jeff
Chorjel. His wife of 62 years, Dolores Ruth Best preceded him one month ago. Ray and Dee moved to California in 1956 where they were married and raised two sons. He worked for 30 years at Eastman Kodak and retired to Prescott, Arizona. He traveled with the family all over the USA and helped the kids with their Boy Scout activities. He was a master of the barbecue and tried to grill every weekend. He will be deeply missed by family and friends.

Published by The Santa Clarita Valley Signal from Jan. 8 to Feb. 7, 2019.
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Sorry for your loss. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times that you shared together, and let Almighty God provide you with the support and care that you need. Ps.9:9
DRJ

January 19, 2019

Our most sincere condolences to the family. May you lean on the Almighty God every morning as you cope with the loss of your dear beloved Dad - Isaiah 33:2

Ben R

January 17, 2019

My condolences to the family for your loss. May the God who comforts those that mourn sustain you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2

Dean

January 12, 2019

Terry and Jason my thoughts and prayers are with you as you deal with the loss of your father and the recent loss of your mother. I hope you find peace in knowing they are together now in heaven. Hugs to you both as you deal with their loss.

Michelle Esposito

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January 9, 2019

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