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ALBANY - Raymond J. Dixon, 77, entered eternal life on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at his residence. Born in Amsterdam, N.Y., to the late William and Amelia Giaquinto Dixon.
Raymond, after a short stint of working at General Electric, went on to join the United States Navy. He served honorably during the Vietnam conflict aboard the USS Ranger and the USS Enterprise.
After his discharge, Raymond held several different jobs and mentored many men and woman to be their best selves. Additionally, he went on went on to graduate cum laude from the College of Saint Rose with a degree in Secondary Education and an English concentration.
Raymond was a friend of Bill's. He was a responsible member of fellowship from August 17, 1987, until his passing.
Raymond is survived by his son, Dr. Richard R. DeMallie (Patricia); granddaughter, Karina DeMallie; his sister, Margaret Wagoner (Garry); nephews, Jeffrey and Stephen; and niece, Rebecca. Also survived by many cousins and friends, especially Vic, Frank, Danny, Marlene, Maryann, Michelle and Jeanette. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Delbert "Hap" Avery.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Raymond's family on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 N. Allen Street, Albany, N.Y. 12206. Please enter from the rear parking lot entrance only.
Raymond' s funeral service will follow at 12 p.m., in the funeral home. Following the service in the funeral home, the Rite of Committal will be at 2 p.m., at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville.
To leave a message for the family or view other helpful services, please visit www.mcveighfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Peter Gressick
Earlier today
Remembering some of the great times of us living in the Rockton area just having fun.
God Bless you Ray
Pete Gressick
Marcia Neufeld
Yesterday
Rest in peace, Raymond. I'm grateful our paths have crossed over and over through the years.
I offer my condolences to his family and friends... May his memory be a blessing.
Jack Mulvey
Yesterday
Rest in Peace my Friend!
Kim N
September 14, 2025
Job Well Done My Friend RIP and
Mike Asbury
September 14, 2025
Dear Family of Raymond, he was a warm hearted and beloved man I have known since 1987. I will miss him. May you find peace that passes all
understanding.
Mike Asbury
Mike McNulty
September 14, 2025
To all of Raymond´s Family: I am very sorry for your loss.
Kevin Franklin
September 14, 2025
I am very sorry to hear of Raymond´s sudden passing. I made it a point to sit next to him every Saturday night at Bloomingrove Church. His friend Bob told me this evening and it saddened me. I´ll miss sitting next to Raymond, but I am grateful to have known him and listened to his wisdom. May you rest in Peace my friend, and my sincere condolences to his family and friends. Kevin Franklin
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