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RAYMOND EDWARD, of Philadelphia, formerly of Hillsdale, NJ. Suddenly on August 15, 2006 at 44 years of age. Survived by his wife Jocelyn Jenik and sons, George Richard Doll and Raymond Michael Doll; his mother Barbara Doll. Predeceased by his father George L. Doll; six loving sisters, Barbara (and Evan Salop); Maryanne (and Paul Pieri); Jeanne (and William Charchalis) Pegie Doll; Kathleen (and Kenneth Leavy); Therese (and Timothy Gilb) and eight nieces and nephews. Ray will also be missed by his mother- and father-in-law, Richard and Carol Jenik, and sister and brother-in-law, Richard and Adriene Jenik, as well as dear friend Karen Schoenholtz; coworkers at Delaware Valley Wholesale and numerous friends and neighbors in the Queen Village/Bella Vista community. Viewing to be held at BECKER FUNERAL HOME, Westwood, New Jersey. Funeral Mass Monday, August 21st at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Park Ridge, New Jersey. A memorial tribute is planned for Philadelphia in September. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ray's memory may be made to the Old Pine Community Center, 401 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147.
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Kathy Daly Engel
September 6, 2006
Even as a kid at St. John's, we all knew Ray had charisma. He would make us laugh outloud and we'd get glared at by the nuns and I swear Ray was
never intimidated by them. He was a great friend and I have many good
memories of him at the Doll and Curry pool parties. ("If you're hungee go to the diner!") I have a photo of him in a little dark suit at his First Communion and he was handsome even then!
My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara Doll and family.
Renee M.
September 5, 2006
Ray, you we're a model employee, a model father & a model human. Your passion for social causes, your fellow man, your sons & your work was inspiring. I miss our discussions, your jokes & your playful presence. One day I'll look back with smiles & not tears.
Kathy Montana
August 22, 2006
Ray I can say that yes I have never met anyone quite like You. You are truly one of a kind. I will certainly miss You stopping at my packing station to eat candy and to always make me laugh. I will always remember your wonderful stories. I will miss You Ray.
Tina Phillips
August 22, 2006
I met Ray 7 years ago at DVWF, I worked in the Glads department and the sales people had to walk pass us to leave the building at 6 pm. Every night they would walk out at the end of their day and the begining of my night. The candy jar was always there, Kathy made sure of that. With a smile on his face Ray never missed a night to grab his handfull and to tell a story or joke and sometimes a clean one for us. Have a good night and we'll see you the same time tomorrow Ray. I have since moved onto the supply department now for the past 4 years and still the same routine, only now he had to walk the other way to find the candy bowl and us, never missing a night to stop and talk and keeping us from starting our shift,and we didn't mind that at all!!
Ray you were the walking sunshine of DV, One of a kind!! I will miss sharing the pictures of your boys and my Grandson ( which little Ramond is only 7 days older then Natan) Kinda funny Ray, we are the same age and I am a Mom Mom already ! But we both shared one very special thing in this life that we cherished more then life itself, "Our Children".
Thank you Ray for the time I did know you and the many nights of laughter,stories and venting.
You will be sadly missed by many at DV, A cloud hangs over our department for those who have had the pleasure of your smile and your touch. When the clock reads 6 pm I will think of you my friend, Always!
My thoughts and prayers are with you Ray and all of your family, May God bless you all and to watch over you in this time of sorrow.
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Amy Brown
August 22, 2006
We will all definitely miss Ray here at DV. Like everyone has been saying - he always had a smile and always had great words to share about his boys. One day I brought my two boys and my baby daughter into work. My youngest son doesn't talk to anyone usually. Ray came up to him and I warned him that he was dealing with "bashful boy". But, didn't my son prove me wrong! He had a bowl of Chex Mix and held it right up to Ray and said "want some?" and Ray sat right on the floor in the sales center with him and shared some Chex Mix with him! Ray will be sorely missed by everyone and my heart goes out to his family and his sons.
Barb Blossoms and Bows
August 21, 2006
To all of Ray's co-workers and family: I have talked with Ray on the phone for 3 years, I have never personally met him, but I still considered him a friend. We had many discussions about life in addition to flowers. Ray always made me smile when I was having a bad day. I know how important his boys were to him and my heart aches so much for them. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Petrongolo
August 21, 2006
I will miss our afternoon coffee. Raymond and I shared family stories and laughter. Ray always had a funny line or a story that made me laugh. I will miss Ray at Delaware Valley. God Bless his family.
Kelly Houser
August 20, 2006
I can't remember when i meant ray?But i can tell you this i will never forget him.He had always something comical to say about anything and everything.The smile that came acrossed his face was priceless when he talked about his boys!My Nights at work here will never be the same.you will be sadly miss by all who were blessed to have known you.
JOANNE TURNER
August 20, 2006
God must have needed another "special angel". One who
always had a smile on his face and
a kind word for everyone. One who
loved his sons more than life itself. I will always remember the
kind words you had for me when I lost my husband. I will never forget
you Ray Doll, you were one of the best things that happened to DV.
Rest in peace my dear. Till we meet again. God Speed. Joanne
Terri Civatte
August 20, 2006
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
All week I have been wondering and trying to figure out why you had been taken from all us much too soon and it came to me. With all that is going on in this world I came to the conclusion that the heavens needed some comic relief.
Keepem laughing Ray just like you did for us.
Rest in peace my friend.
Nicholas Comninos
August 20, 2006
As written by Robert Hunter/Jerry Garcia, "May the four winds blow you safely Home." We shared many good times and many laughs, those times are now cherrished memories. You are in a much better place now and will surely be missed. Peace be with you always.....Until we meet again. God Bless.
Betty Terres
August 20, 2006
Dearest Ray,
What a blessing you were to, not only to all of us at Delaware Valley, but to all who crossed your path. Your heart was larger than life itself and your presnce will remain with us forever. Those we hold most dear never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they've shown, the laughter they've shared and the love they have brought into our lives. You were a good man, Ray and there is no greater epitaph. Godspeed dear friend...and rest in peace knowing how much you were loved.
Amy Betts
August 19, 2006
To all of Ray's family and friends I wish you peace in your time of grief. I heard so many of your names in the stories Ray told. He could tell stories with the passion and enthusiasm with which he lived his life. I honor his incredible love for his family - I think every other word out of his mouth involved his boys. He spoke often of his mother and growing up with so many sisters. He was especially moved by his recent stay in Rhoade Island. Thank you Ray for your friendship, your honest advise, and your laughter. You will be greatly missed.
Barbara Hamilton
August 19, 2006
How could it be Ray? You were gone in a mere flash…we had no warning…we had no clue you wouldn’t be at your desk as usual. We watched you bop into the office everyday, sling your backpack off your shoulders, dump it onto your desk and then jump right in. You were jumping into your passion, your sanity and your insanity…the thing that you knew best. A true company man…one that Delaware Valley will surely miss. You went from 0 to 60 in a heartbeat…always up, always honest and always “on”. You talked the talk, walked the walk, and you did it well with what you were handed. You were never pretentious…you called it as you saw it and you had my back. I can never thank you enough for that. You were the best at what you did for a living, especially in this crazy industry. Your customers adored you and rest assured, you’re in their hearts and minds. I can attest to that. Your passing has such a ripple effect…you have touched more lives than you’ll ever know. You have surely touched mine…you passed all too soon and no one can ever explain why…you still had a lot of living to do…you deserved it…you earned it. It should have been your time. I can never fathom why life is so unfair…but you got cheated and so did we…
I look back in fondness when you shared your recent memories about your boys. God…that put a smile on your face. I admired you for that…a true good soul. You had the ability to hold your family, co-workers and customers (who were your dear friends) in your heart…always a kind word or a witty joke for anyone who listened. We truly feel the loss. How will ever we get through the day?
Thank you for understanding a frazzled Credit Manager who’s always trying to save the world. Thank you for making light of the chaos we encounter in our daily lives. You made my life easier. Thank you for being a confidante and a true friend. I will miss you terribly…I will pray for you Ray…pray for us too…we’ll need it…
Kathy Fordyce
August 19, 2006
We will miss you Ray, at Delaware Valley Wholesale Florist. It was so nice to see you relaxing under the tree at the end of the parking lot on your lunch hour. I look at the tree and in my heart I take comfort to know that was a place you really loved and now to me it's "Ray's Place". You worked hard yet you knew when and how to relax and you loved your family so much. You knew how to live. What a blessing to have known you! I will miss you!
Deb Sledgianowski
August 19, 2006
My deepest sympathy to Ray's family and friends.
Patty McCullough
August 19, 2006
I could never walk away from Ray without a smile on my face. He was always a joy to have a conversation with, no matter what the topic. Ray has shared with me much knowledge over the years, as well as extra flowers when I was in a pinch. Our early team and cooler sweeps will never be the same without him. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Cathy Dormer
August 18, 2006
Ray will be missed greatly! He was a wonderful father and loved his sons more then Life it self. Ray was my salesman from DV with a smile. We had many long talks about life, love etc. and he was a true friend. He taught me alot about the flower business. My sympathy goes out to his family especially his sons. REMEMBER YOUR DAD WILL ALWAYS BE YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL FROM ABOVE!
Barbara Hamilton
August 18, 2006
How could it be Ray? You were gone in a mere flash…we had no warning…we had no clue you wouldn’t be at your desk as usual. We watched you bop into the office everyday, sling your backpack off your shoulders, dump it onto your desk and then jump right in. You were jumping into your passion, your sanity and your insanity…the thing that you knew best. A true company man…one that Delaware Valley will surely miss. You went from 0 to 60 in a heartbeat…always up, always honest and always “on”. You talked the talk, walked the walk, and you did it well with what you were handed. You were never pretentious…you called it as you saw it and you had my back. I can never thank you enough for that. You were the best at what you did for a living, especially in this crazy industry. Your customers adored you and rest assured, you’re in their hearts and minds. I can attest to that. Your passing has such a ripple effect…you have touched more lives than you’ll ever know. You have surely touched mine…you passed all too soon and no one can ever explain why…you still had a lot of living to do…you deserved it…you earned it. It should have been your time. I can never fathom why life is so unfair…but you got cheated and so did we…
I look back in fondness when you shared your recent memories about your boys. God…that put a smile on your face. I admired you for that…a true good soul. You had the ability to hold your family, co-workers and customers (who were your dear friends) in your heart…always a kind word or a witty joke for anyone who listened. We truly feel the loss. How will ever we get through the day?
Thank you for understanding a frazzled Credit Manager who’s always trying to save the world. Thank you for making light of the chaos we encounter in our daily lives. You made my life easier. Thank you for being a confidante and a true friend. I will miss you terribly…I will pray for you Ray…pray for us too…we’ll need it…
Your favorite Northern Credit Shrew...I truly will miss you dearly...Love Barbara
Mike Clark
August 18, 2006
As one of Ray's customers (before I came to DV) I was always impressed by the depth of his knowledge and his passion for the business of flowers. In the few years that I have worked with him, he was always willing to share that knowledge, and his passion for the business was contagious. His quiet enthusiasm was only exceeded by the pride and love he could never hide when talking about his boys. I only hope that the kind words of his friends and colleagues can be of some comfort to the boys in the coming days and weeks.
Eileen McLaughlin
August 18, 2006
His name said it all. He was a Doll! Ray you will be missed by many, your optomistic approach to life was contagious- you always left me smiling. I remember your thoughtfulness- taking pictures at my wedding, and getting them to me before I left for my honeymoon- INCREDIBLE. My deepest sympathy to his family. God bless you all.
JAMES wheeling
August 18, 2006
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jeff Cullinan
August 18, 2006
Ray made me laugh...and as a co worker, made me a better person. He relished life and his boys. In helping his fellow man, he was unselfish and caring. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Peter Marek
August 18, 2006
Ray - what can I say? We had some very good conversations and we joked around plenty too! You will be sincerely missed - thanks for the times we did spend getting to know each other.
Michele English
August 18, 2006
When starting a job in a big company it is hard to get to know everyone but Ray made it so easy for me. He was always telling me something funny and making me laugh. Since having a baby in December he was always giving me useful parenting advice. Ray and I always joked about me being stuck in my cave and not seeing him as much as I would have liked. Ray will be sorely missed as he was a wonderful co-worker and friend. His family will be in my prayers as it seems he was taken from us too soon!
Joseph Schneider
August 18, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
August 18, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Sandy Helfrich
August 18, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joanne Cusumano
August 18, 2006
Ray will be missed very much. I still cannot believe it- Ray Doll-
I remember his smile, you couldn't help but smile back.
He is one of those few people that you meet in your life that really make a mark....Ray Doll will be missed very much but never forgotten by everyone who has met him.
Katie Delehanty
August 18, 2006
The mere mention of Ray Doll's name makes me smile. I mostly remember hanging out at Danny's bar in Westwood or at the China Club in Hillsdale, enjoying "a few" cocktails & just having a blast! Although it's been a while since I last saw him, he will be sorely missed. My condolences to his family.
Deborah Gill ( McDevitt)
August 17, 2006
I remember Ray as a child, just as funny then as others say he as an adult. I was close to his sister Peggy, but back then he was like a little brother to me..…. a great sense of humor but sometime just doing what ever he could to get to us…but isn’t that what little brothers do...… That said, I have many memories and he is loved and will be missed! My sincere condolences and prayers go out to his children, his mother, sisters and whole family.
Darcy Nealer
August 17, 2006
I remember the first day I met Ray at work. He made a comment about my NY Giants jacket. Down here in Eagles country, it's hard to come by a Giants fan. We had many conversations after that initial meeting. Usually about the Giants and how much we disliked the Eagles. He was usually on his way out the door and I was just starting my shift. He always walked out with a smile on his face, no matter how bad his day had gone. And he always made me start my day with a smile. I will miss his off the wall jokes and his energetic personality.
Diane Wershing Despopoulos
August 17, 2006
Ray, you were the comic relief to Catholic school, the cool one, and friend to all at St. John's, and I'm sure beyond. You will be missed.
Diane Janicki
August 17, 2006
Ray Doll, your name alone makes me smile. I worked with you for many years at Delaware Valley Wholesale Florist. To say you will be missed is an understatement. You could talk about any subject any time. Brightnen our day with your candid humor, melt our hearts when you spoke of the love you had for your sons George and Ray. You were a devoted Father and I am so saddened at what they have lost. We all cried so hard for you on Tuesday. None of us could believe you were gone. I remember how devoted you were to your Mother when she went through Breast cancer. I had just gone through it and you were so full of questions. You wanted so much to make her life comfortable. I remember you bringing in a clip for me when I mentioned how hard is was for me to wear my seat belt. Rest in peace Ray.
Diane Janicki
August 17, 2006
Ray Doll, your name alone makes me smile. I worked with you for many years at Delaware Valley Wholesale Florist. To say you will be missed is an understatement. You could talk about any subject any time. Brightnen our day with your candid humor, melt our hearts when you spoke of the love you had for your sons George and Ray. You were a devoted Father and I am so saddened at what they have lost. We all cried so hard for you on Tuesday. None of us could believe you were gone. I remember how devoted you were to your Mother when she went through Breast cancer. I had just gone through it and you were so full of questions. You wanted so much to make her life comfortable. I remember you bringing in a clip for me when I mentioned how hard is was for me to wear my seat belt. Rest in peace Ray you will be dearly missed.
Andrew Grinthal
August 17, 2006
Ray we were all sorry to hear of your passing. The first of the "Group" you started with at good ole Saint John's. We all remember your enthusiasm for life well. Say hello to Father Carney,Sister Bernice and Sister Lillian for us all!!
May you rest in peace!
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