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John A. Raymond
1935 - 2023
John A. Raymond
1935 - 2023
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BORN
1935
DIED
2023
John Raymond Obituary
John A. Raymond age 87, joined our heavenly father peacefully surrounded by loved ones in the comfort of his home on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. He was born December 7, 1935 in San Antonio, Texas.
John graduated from Burbank High School and enlisted with the United States Marine Corp. He then began working for the Bexar County Medical Examiners Office, December 1961. He achieved his certification in Clinical Histology and Clinical Pathology in his profession. John was highly respected and admired by his peers and coworkers. He retired after 38 years and was honored with the Hildalgo Award. Soon after, John began his dreams to travel to Europe, the Middle East and North Eastern Africa.
John was preceded in death by parents, Charles and Charlotte Raymond; brothers, Thomas and Gilbert and sister, Ofelia. He is survived by his beloved wife, Celia A. Raymond of 65 years; sons: John, Jim and wife Joan, and Jerold; brother, Alejando; 9 grandchildren: John Michael, Jessica, Phillip, Maggie, Jennifer (husband Robert), Jared (wife Amanda), Jamie, Jillian, and Jeanette (husband Roy); 15 great-grandchildren: Amber, Damien, Ian, Aiden, Jeremiah, Isaiah, Kaelyn, Grayson, Saxton, Averie, Lacey, Rene, Suly, McKenzie, Laila and Aiden.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Public Visitation will begin at 4:00 P.M.
Rosary to be recited at 5:00 P.M.
The Angelus Funeral Home Chapel
1119 N. St. Mary’s St.
San Antonio, Texas 78215
Monday, April 3, 2023
Funeral Mass to be offered at 12:00 P.M.
St. Jude Catholic Church
130 S. St. Augustine
San Antonio, Texas 78237
Burial to follow in
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
with military honors
16 Entries
Patty Santos Pressley
January 3, 2024
Uncle Johnny, I am so very sorry I missed saying my goodbyes to the sweetest, loving and fun man that I had the privilege of growing up with. My father Dr. Ruben C. Santos loved Johnny and we were honored to know him. I know those two are having a great time together again! Love you, your Tingsywinks
Jillian and Jamie Raymond
April 3, 2023
In loving memory of a such wonderful, loving person. We will love you and miss you always Grandpa. You’ve made such an impact on so many around you, always the voice of reason and the person so many of us strived to be. You taught your grandchildren to remember, you have one life and to always live it to the fullest. Rest in Peace Grandpa. With love, The Twins Jamie and Jillian Raymond
Linda Martinez
April 2, 2023
Tia Celia and Family,
My deepest sincere condolences to you and your family. Tio John will always be remember and loved.
Love,
Linda & Abel Gonzales
Laura Saucedo
April 2, 2023
My Tio my Godfather there are no words to express how great of a man you were. I love you and miss you with all my heart. Thank you for always being there for me telling how proud you were of me. Oh how God always takes the best ones. But I know you’re in a better place in the gates of heaven. They have gained a beautiful and wonderful Angel. I never got to ask you why you gave me that middle name lol I know it was for a reason ❤
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Alvarez Family
April 2, 2023
We were deeply saddened to hear the lost of our uncle John. He was such a wonderful and kindhearted man. Our condolences to the family. His memories will forever live in our hearts.
Bebe
April 2, 2023
To my sister I'm so sorry for your lost my condolences to you and your family. He was fun to be around with always telling me to behave (portate bien). When we would play bingo he would bring us wine and joke around making us laugh. There are many more memories that I will never forget. He will always be in my heart.
Gloria A Ortegon
April 1, 2023
Celia my heart goes out to you and your Family. John was one of the most generous and kind-hearted soul I ever met, and I’ll never forget him. Please know that he will live in all of our fond memories, I will never forget us kidding about him being Hercules and getting ready to sign a movie contract.
Molly Mendoza
April 1, 2023
I've known John for over 65 years, He's been like a Dad to me and guided me threw my years. John and Celia baptisted my two children and has always been a wonderful person. We will miss him and remember him always and forever until we see you again.
Jaime Salas
April 1, 2023
Always enjoyed talking to Mr. Raymond. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
God Bless
Joan Raymond
April 1, 2023
There are no words for the legacy Mr. Raymond has left on our family. His shining personality will live in our hearts forever. It is difficult for us to understand why he left us so soon. I was honored to be a part of his life as his daughter in law. O'Lord we call upon you in our time of sorrow that you give us the strength and will to bear our heavy burdens until we can again feel the warmth and love of our divine compassion. Be mindful of us and have mercy on us while we struggle to comprehend life's hardship.
Joey Muth
March 31, 2023
To: Aunt Celia and Family, I recalled the few times I saw Uncle John and was amazed at how he looked so much like my Grandpa Tiger. From what I've heard Uncle John was a great man in many ways. I didn't know him personally, but my grandpa would talk very highly of his brother John. My sympathy to each of you.
Mr & Mrs Joey Muth daughter Apple
Harold (Brooks) Cartwright
March 29, 2023
To the family of Mr. John Raymond, I wish to offer my deepest heartfelt condolences as I grieve along with you. Working with John I found him to be one of the best Supervisors I had ever had in the way he lead us and his great sense of human always made things easy and fun. Now at rest in the arms of God Almighty who I pray will give you strength, peace and comfort.
March 27, 2023
To: John,Jimmy,Jerold and mom Celia, my most sincere condolences , may God Bless y’all and lift y’all in these moments. Your long time friend and neighbor from 943SW37thst.
Dolores BRIONES Valerio
Joe Hernandez
March 25, 2023
My sincere condolences to the family. I was introduced to Mr.Raymond by my best friend Jimmy. In those 20 + years we developed a good friendship, we’d talk about a lot of things . I always admired his strong & wise character , & his great sense of humor . I was very blessed to have such a figure in my life , he meant a lot to me . I’m gonna miss our random phone calls . He always gave me advice , was attentive,& just a great person. The last words he told me on our last phone call were “ God Bless You Joe” I’ll carry them with me always. And in return God bless the Raymond family & all those that were blessed to have Mr. Raymond in their lives ❤❤❤
Sanjuanita Muth
March 25, 2023
To: Tia Celia and Family
Although no words of sympathy can ease the loss you bear, still may you find comfort in the thought that we care. Please accept our sincere condolences. We were honored and blessed to visit Tio John at home his last few weeks.
Joe & Sanjuanita Muth
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