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Raymond Shapella Obituary
AGE: 66 • Collingswood
Peacefully at home on April 16, 2012; beloved husband of 42 years to Carol A. Shapella (nee Yost); beloved father of Brian D. (Laura) Shapella and Anthony (Genna Degan) Shapella; grandfather of Katharine, Daniel & Andrew; brother of Kathleen (Joseph) Scaramuzzi.
Raymond served in the US Army at Korea in 1967-69 and was an automotive machinist for RMP (Holman) in Pennsauken and Holman in Maple Shade. Ray was an avid fisherman in Collingswood and at the Maurice River.
Memorial Gathering Saturday 11 AM in BLAKE-DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 226 Collings Ave., Collingswood. Funeral Services at NOON. The family respectfully suggests donations in Ray's memory to Camden County Animal Shelter, PO Box 475, Blackwood, NJ 08012.
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Frank Hill
May 3, 2012
Dear Carol, I just came across Ray's Obituary in the Retrospect. I am so sorry that I found out so late. Many years ago you wrote a note to me in the yearbook about my providing a shoulder for you at the after-play party. I wish I had been able to attend and offer you a figurative shoulder during this sad time.I have been living away from Collingswood for many years, but I return frequently and I have seen you and Ray on a number of occasions. I regret that we have not kept in closer touch. Please accept my sincere sympathy for your loss and go forward glorying in the love of your children and grandchildren.
Kathy Creary (Feasler)
April 25, 2012
Sending heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you, Carol, and to your family. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and give you the strength you need to help you in this tragic loss of Ray.
Diane Caralivanos (Dickson)
April 25, 2012
Carol, I just learned that Ray passed away; I am so very sorry. I hope your children and family live close to you. I lost my husband John (Oaklyn) to cancer 17-years ago. If I can be of help in any way, please feel free to let me know... I'll be there for you in a heart-beat. Take care.
Jo Ann Droge (Dunkelberger)
April 25, 2012
Carol, I know you will miss him. Remember all the good times you had together. And I'm sure your children & grandchildren will help you carry on. Many blessings to you.
Michael Guglielmucci
April 19, 2012
You will be missed, hope fishing is great up there, love Michael G.
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