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Sandy Perry
August 13, 2024
I can't believe that it has been 8 years (today) for Rat and 15 years for you on Friday. You two kept us laughing for all those years with your irreverent and politically incorrect humor. Brad and I will always remember you two with a smile on our lips and and an emptiness in our hearts for what we are missing.
Love,
Sandy and Brad
Sandy Perry
August 13, 2023
Ray,
Missing you at one of the saddest times of the year for us. We lost Rat, you, Mort and DJ in August. You'll always be in our hearts.
Love, Sandy and Brad and Family
Barbara Merdian
August 13, 2019
Ray, always to you with a marshmallow stuffed with a walnut. The best of times we all shared. Thanks kid! Say Hi to Mort and Rat for me, love to all. rip
June 15, 2014
I was thinking of you an just wanted to wish you a
Happy Fathers Day. I think of you often an the things we did together. Oh so many memories stored within my brain, some days it's like a movie just flashing inside my head. The days they come an they go, but those memories of you remain mine alone. Those cherished memories so dear to me will stay within my heart while we're apart. There will come a day when I'll be blessed. The lord will come an lay me to rest. Until that day come I'll be satisfied to look back on those memories I have locked deep within my heart. Forever kitten
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March 25, 2014
Today is a day to celebrate. It's the day that you were born. If I could have one wish for you, I'd wish that you were here, so we could celebrate your birthdays that I hold so very dear. The seasons come and go as I sit in this old chair. I sit an wonder if you an I will ever meet again. There's days I feel your here with me. I feel your presence all around. So if you come an go my friend that's ok with me, I love the warmth I when I think your close to me. I wish you happy birthday love. I hope it's a happy one, so make a wish an blow out the candles an let the party began. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!! Love Kitten
August 14, 2013
My dearest brother, I think of you often and you are always in my heart! I love you with all my heart.
I often think of the times we had together when we were young! I light a candle for you each week in church. I know that you are in far better place and someday we shall be together again!
Eternal rest grant unto the soul of my brother, Raymond, and may he rest in peace, Amen
Your brother, Ronnie
April 1, 2013
Happy Birthday Ray an a Happy Easter to. I wish we could have spent them together, I miss those times with you. I hope you liked the flowers I left I picked them just for you. So now I'll go once again untill the time may come,when I will write a little message to you my dear sweet loving friend. Love Kitten
Monica Mamula
March 25, 2013
Happy Birthday Dad! I miss you and love you soooo much. XOXOXO
Ron Perry
March 25, 2013
Happy Birthday, Ray!
Rat
August 20, 2012
To you my friend I want to say how deeply you are missed. It's not the same since you've been gone nor will it be again. I miss you so much no words could ever explain. The constant pain within my heart that never goes away. A pain so deep down in my sole. A pain I can't control. There is so many things about you that I have never told. Your rough an tough exterior,your kind an gentle heart,and all your pride an dignity you had right from the start. As I look back on those years when you an I first met, I can't help but remember those little things we did. We were two kids who feel in love an nothing else did matter. We had no money, you had no work, I wondered what we"d do. But you held me each night an kissed me good night an said we'd make it through. So many years have come an gone since those care free days. Life is so short in many ways ,we tend to lose our way. We need to keep a loving heart an sometimes we need to pray. For if we have a little of both we'll never lose our way. Now my love that your in Gods hands I know that you are safe. An in Gods time he'll take me to an then I'll be with you. But until that day I'll keep you here in all my memories. I'll sing an laugh an cry some to,until I'm there with you. Your memories shell never end, so many love you dear,we have you in our hearts and minds with each an every year. So till we're all together I want to say one thing you are a man that's greatly loved an very dearly missed. So I'll say good-by to you for now,I'll see you in my dreams. I'll hold you close an whisper sweet things an how much I miss you so. So good night my love to you above from all of us down here, who miss you so an want you to know how very much your loved,. An may God above give you our love and send you all our kisses. Love, Kitten
March 29, 2012
Happy Birthday Uncle Raymond. We all really miss you and think about you alot. Our prayers are always with you and keep watch over us. We love you. Your niece..Linda, Kelsey Brittany Brandi and Justin.
Nikk
March 28, 2012
Thinking about you more and more Pap...Watch Over Me
March 25, 2012
Happy Birthday, Ray! You know you would have gotten an "over the hill" rude card from us today. We miss you like crazy. Watch over our baby for us.
Rat, Sandy and Brad
Nickolby
December 21, 2011
Pap..It has taken me so long to write on here..some days have been easier than others. I would do anything for just a conversation with you and crack jokes like we used..Its been killing me that i havent talked to you in two years and heard your voice..I would go and do anything for you! I love you I know youve been watching over Me and and everyone else..But If I could tell you anything I just want you to know you are my motivation...
Linda Green
November 15, 2011
Dear Uncle Ray: Its been two years since we lost you. I pray for you each week in church knowing that your in heaven with our Dear Lord Jesus. I wish I would have spent more time visiting you as I grew older, and regret that you didnt have more time on Earth, but we all have our time that God has chosen for us to be with him. I love you and miss you so much that I cry when I think of our Great Loss. We will all miss you and some day be with you to spend eternity with you and Jesus. In Jesus name AMEN!....Love you always, your niece...Linda Green
kelsey green
November 15, 2011
Great Uncle Ray, even though i have only seen u a couple times that i can remember, i cried when i saw u in the funeral home, and when u died right in front of me in the hospital. i still think of you and pray for you in my prayers and will always have you in my heart. love always...Kelsey Green
Colin Kotomski
November 10, 2011
I love you pap, I cry about you all the time but i dont tell anyone. And Every time i read these posts it makes me sad to realize you arent here anymore. I love you so much....
Rat, Sandy and Brad
August 22, 2011
Ray, it has been two years since you left us and it hurts as much today as it did on that sad August day. We pray that you are at peace and that one day we will know the truth of your passing. We will love and miss you always.
b
August 21, 2011
Ray we wish you well in your new found home and you know you are missed by your frinds left here on earth. Always your two friends R & S
MaryLou Kotomski
August 20, 2011
It's been two years that you've been gone my sweet an loving friend,I only wish I could see you once again. I visit you often an talk to you alot,thats all I can do to fill that empty spot.I talk to you of times we had some of those happy some of those sad.All of those memories I cling to so dear just wishing so much that you could be here.I know that your fine an now in good hands,for you are with God an he has a plan.I know that my love I'll see you again but until that time comes I,ll have all the memories to carry me on. You are loved by so many an cared for so much it's hard to go on for I miss your sweet touch,but God has a plan a plan I believe that will bring us together one day again. So rest in peace my dear sweet loving friend until the day we meet again.I'll love you forever an ever again.So rest in peace my dear sweet loving friend. Love Kitten
Monica
August 16, 2011
It has been 2 years, but it seems like forever. My heart is so broken. I MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH!!!
Alykitten
January 27, 2011
Pap, I feel like its been forever. I miss you so much and I think about you every single day. I can’t wait until I see you again. There's only one thing separating us, the thin line between heaven and earth. I love you more than anything.
Rest In Peace
Vic
December 13, 2010
I pray to God my soul to keep, I pray to God my soul to take....
September 16, 2010
Mom and Dad.. 1994
September 16, 2010
Dad, Monica and Kimberly
September 16, 2010
MaryLou Kotomski
August 23, 2010
Ray,
I can’t believe a year has passed. It seems like yesterday, since God has come and taken you so far, far away. He’s taken you to a better place, a place that you now know. A life of peace and harmony forever may you know.
I think of you, my beloved friend, each and every day and times we’ve spent together that often come my way. And though we may have parted and gone our separate ways no one could ever know of all those little memories, for only we had made. I look back on those memories we’ve shared from day to day, times of cherished memories no one can take away.
You were a man so proud and true, a man so many knew, a man we all could count on our whole life through. Though your life was cut so short, many people say you were a man who touched our lives in oh so many ways. You were a dad, a pap, and a friend with so much pride in you, so many seen it in your eyes and in your heart so true. You were a man so many say who walked with dignity and also said you were a man who loved his family.
You are the man who gave to me these sweet, sweet memories. You’ll always be a big part of me. For without you, my love, I would never have had these cherished memories.
The time has come to say “so long”, until we meet again. You’ll always be within my heart you dear, sweet, loving man. So say hello to those I love until the time may come and take my hand to be with you my love.
There’ll be a life for us to share in peace and harmony. A life we’ll have together for all Eternity.
Love you Always and Forever,
Kitten
Monica Mamula
August 16, 2010
Dad,
It has been exactly 1 year since you were tragically taken from me. One whole year, and not one day has been easier than the next! I think of all the words left unspoken and business left undone.....A LIFE UNFINISHED! No-one has that right! My memories are my only comfort now, as you will always be in my heart. My heart always belonged to you! ((( I LOVE YOU DAD)))
Colin, Dad, and Tyler
Monica Mamula
August 16, 2010
Don, Nikk, and Dad
Monica Mamula
August 16, 2010
Dad and us
Monica Mamula
August 16, 2010
Mom and Dad
Monica Mamula
August 16, 2010
Monica Mamula
August 16, 2010
Dad and his friends
Monica Mamula
August 16, 2010
Dad and Tyler
Monica Mamula
August 16, 2010
Mom and Dad
Monica Mamula
August 16, 2010
The Ron Perry Family
August 14, 2010
Ray, it's almost a year since you left us - as Rat says "a long, hard year". There were so many times that we needed our best friend here with us. We will always miss you, but you will live on in our hearts. We will always keep your memory alive simply by saying "Remember when Ray...." Rest in peace 'til we see each other again. Love always.
Rat, Sandy and Brad
Barb
August 13, 2010
Ray, it is coming up on a year that you are gone, Rat and Sandy are always talking about you and remembering times gone by. We all miss you. I hope you and Mort are sharing a beer and telling jokes to each other. And keep and eye on the ones left behind they all love you. always Barb
Aly's dance recital
Monica Mamula
July 30, 2010
Nikki, Dad, and Aly
Monica Mamula
July 30, 2010
Dad, Nik, and Brad
Monica Mamula
July 30, 2010
Colin Kotomski
April 22, 2010
Pap I Love You So Much. I cry all the time about you and i miss you so much. If Only I could see you Again. You are my favorite grandfather and I miss you so much. my Life will never be as good as it was with you. I will never forget You as long as I live. I Love You Pap...
Kimberly Kotomski Flickinger
December 17, 2009
DAD.... every day that goes by gets harder and harder... Everywhere I go, eveything I see, reminds me of something in you. I love you so much, and wish that we had much more time together. You touched so many people, an I hope that you knew how truly loved you were. You will always be with me... In my heart, and mind, never forgotton! I LOVE YOU DAD! <3
Tyler Kotomski
December 6, 2009
hey pap i just want to to say that i love u you so very much and i will all ways rember u and u will all ways be in my hart. and now we all have u looking down on us watching over us and keeping us safe. and i cant wait till the day that i can finaly see u again and huge u. and just rember we love u so much and u are missed by so many. love you. love ty.
Alykitten
November 18, 2009
Pap, I miss you. Everything is forgiven. I will always have you in my heart. I am so proud to be your granddaughter. I love you.
You are missed,
Missed more deeply than any other.
The memories existing and thoughts surrounding us
Collapse as we bring it to a new beginning.
We will start off where we left.
I will jump into your arms once again
And we will live on.
Rest In Peace
October 10, 2009
Ray - We had such good times together - friendship that went beyond family ties. You were always there in times of need and we hope we were there for you too. All your battles have been fought - now it's time for you to rest in the "arms of the angels - may you find some comfort there". We will love you always and miss you forever.
Rat, Sandy and Brad
john Weaver
October 8, 2009
Wow were do i start.Ray we had big fun, good times,and a real friendship.It wasn;t about a Lt or a Sgt it was about friends working a lifetime together.thank you my friend, i will truely miss you buddy J W
Ronald Kotomski
September 19, 2009
To my Dear Brother,
You will always be in my heart and in my prayers. I will love you always!
Eternal Rest grant unto the soul of my beloved brother, O Lord, and may his soul Rest In Peace.
BILL BALZER
August 31, 2009
RAYME: SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY THAT I WAS RUNNING THE SOUTH BLOCK AND BREAKING YOU IN AS A CADET. IT WAS A LONG TIME BROTHER, WHERE DID ALL THIS TIME GO? I'LL MISS YOU. BB
Roger/Jenny Kies
August 30, 2009
Ray, you were the greatest influence and friend to me during our time at SCIP. You had my back there and when you saved Jennny and me when our car broke down somewhere in Pittsburgh, we knew who we could call. miss you my good friend.
B Merdian
August 29, 2009
So many old friends wanted to say good bye and wish you a peaceful resting place. From Cheryl, Maureen, Eileen, Terry, Jerry, John S (from W. Penn)Greg and Linda. Know you will be fondly remembered by old friends.
Teresa kotomski
August 28, 2009
Ray,Gavin & Helana and I. are going to miss you so much.life will not be the same with out you...
Ellen Thomas
August 22, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the family of one of "the best" men and officers at
SCIP. I am sorry for your loss. He will be remembered with fondness for the friend, family man and officer he
was. God Bless you
Tom Bodner
August 21, 2009
Ray, You were a survivor of Western Penitentiary, a great officer and a mentor in my career there. You will be sorely missed by your fellow brothers. You have touched many officers' lives, like other inspiring officers that have also passed. You are joining the ranks of old heads.
Linda Krenisky
August 21, 2009
Teresa, I'm so sorry to hear about Ray. You are in my thoughts and prayers.This is from Linda at Walmart in Lawn ans Garden.We are very sad and hope to see you at walmart soon.God Bless,Linda
August 21, 2009
August 21,2009
Ray working with guys like you made it a lot easier to face the day,I'll always remember the times we had in and out.Goodbye and God Bless.
Joe White Pgh pa
Fred Lewis
August 20, 2009
Deepest sympathy. Your in my thoughts and prayers. You will be missed. Your a good man.
Dave Sweeney
August 20, 2009
To Ray, an all around good guy. You always made the day a little easier to deal with when you were around, and you were around work an awful lot. Thanks for being there when we needed you, you were an Officer and a Brother.
Patricia Krieger
August 20, 2009
I will miss that smile coming through my door truly a sweet man. My thoughts and prayers are with you Teresa.
John, Carleen, Corey, Cassie and Jake Seligman
August 20, 2009
Monica, Donnie, Nikk and Aly,
I love you guys and I am so sorry for everything you are going through. Ray will be sadly missed by so many. Cherish all the memories of the happy times spent together and let those memories give you the strength to get through the difficult times to come. Know that I am here for you always.
Burt Dayton
August 20, 2009
Ray....Our dearest and closest friend, you will truely be missed forever, always in our hearts.
One of a Kind
August 20, 2009
Sue Dayton
August 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bill Koerbel
August 20, 2009
Ray Glad you finally found the golden years...Gonna miss the long talks an dreams an plans..Miss u Brother
Dave Snyder
August 19, 2009
Ray, my friend. You were tragically taken from us much too early. None of us that worked with you got to thank you for all you did for us. You took many of us "under your wing" when we were new and guys like you and Tom Bodner nurtured us into what I hope became good Officers. You were always there first at a "trouble call" and you were always there first with a joke or a funny saying along with that infectious smile and roaring laugh. Ray, thank you for being a great coworker but thank you much much more for being my friend. You touched many and will be missed by even more.
Ray Rusz
August 19, 2009
Everyone who knew and worked with Ray has lost a good friend and the world is a little sadder tonight.
KAREN REBEL
August 19, 2009
RAY: YOU ARE MISSED ALREADY. I HAD MANY ENJOYABLE TIMES TALKING WITH YOU AT SCIP. I KNOW YOU ARE IN PEACE AND IN GODS GENTLE HANDS. YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED FONDLY.
Cliff Grogan
August 19, 2009
Ray, I'm here to say "I Lost a True Friend Today" Our thoughts and prayers are with you Partner. Enjoy your new journey into Heaven buddy. Oh by the way find that good fishing spot for when We get there to join you
A Friend with the Pa heart
August 19, 2009
Ray,I know you are in Heaven.Although I will miss the chats about Pa. and no place like home.And to your family back home ,I know they will feel your loss.You were a good man,and a great Papa.
Beth & Brian Burcham
August 19, 2009
We were very sorry and full of sadness to hear of Rays passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
August 19, 2009
sgt. kotomski one of our best Ray we will miss you Rodney Bouvier (MONROEVILLE PA.)
B Merdian
August 19, 2009
Good Bye dear friend have a sweet trip to you new home. And to your family know we send our condolences to you all. The Merdian Family
Henry Hintemeyer
August 19, 2009
Our heart felt sympathy goes out to your family. We will miss you.
Dave and Denise (Gill) Roose
August 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
August 19, 2009
HE ALWAYS HAD MY BACK
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES
DAN SWANTEK
Tom McConnell
August 19, 2009
Ray,
you were a mentor and friend who took the time to help this young naieve kid and made him a CO. You always had our backs. You will be missed by all who knew you. Thanks for the nickname. Buff
Beverly Bortner
August 19, 2009
We will miss you very much, dear cousin.
Gunter and Mary Ann Ziebart
August 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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