My condolences to the family. Ray was my college roommate at Glassboro St. in 79 - 80. I just found out. We reunited about 10 years ago and have been keeping in touch since. This saddens me. Ray Jr. Please keep in touch. Sean DesChamps

R.i.P. Ray was a life of the party guy. He always had a positive attitude.

Our sincere condolences go out to Ray’s family at this difficult time. May he rest in eternal peace in God’s kingdom.

Deepest sympathy,

The Ruggero family

Ray all I can say is I'm heartbroken over this news.. I've been talking to you now for many years two times a day sometimes even more .. we laughed ..cried ..and even talked about our dreams.. you winning that power ball or mega millions was your biggest..you told me every single thing you were gonna buy with the money. I'll always have great memories of you and you will always bring a smile to my face when I'm remembering all the jokes we shared..Sunday night that joke you told me I'm laughing now thinking of it..anyway Ray I'll miss you..I'm glad I got to talk to you Monday that brings comfort to me knowing you thought of me your last day here on earth.. Rest well Ray ... My deepest condolences to Ray Jr and all your Family may they always have comfort when they think of you

Our deepest condolences to all of you on the loss of such a special person. Though we had only a short time to know Uncle Ray, it was truly a privilege, and he will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. Love, The Jovasevic Family & Nonna Edda Maio Milano

Dear Godfather,

You left us too soon, and I already miss you so much. I was looking forward to celebrating Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with you this year. We had plans for next year too—you told me on Thursday that you already had my church wedding written down in your calendar. I never got the chance to ask you here on earth to be a reader, but that was always my plan: to have my godfather read at my church wedding.I love you endlessly and will miss you forever. And just so you know, we’ve already drunk five bottles of wine in your honor. ❤️

Angelo and I were saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Ray. We are sending much love and saying prayers of healing over all of you. We are so sorry for your loss. Angelo will smoke a cigar in Ray's honor, and since he loves singing Tom Jones as well, he will sing "Love Me Tonight" at our next karaoke outing and dedicate it to Ray. Love you all - Love, Cousin Denise

RIP IN GOD'S HANDS and prayers from a fellow Bronx Brother

I am going to miss you pal! From our early days at St Peter's grammar school in River Edge through River Dell and beyond. Always enjoyed our talks and laughs through the years. You've been a great friend and may you Rest in Peace. I am going to the River Edge Diner this week in your honor ! Mike McFadden

Every time i light a cigar..it will be to celebrate Raymonds ..life...incredible neighbor.. friend...who loved people..work..laughter..stories..and song...nd raised an incredible son..Green grass of home..Tom Jones...going to always long for his physical presence...may he rest in power

What do we do without you? We all love you beyond words, and we miss you immensely already. You were the best Godfather I could have ever asked for, and you were always the first one there for us. You lived how you loved... larger than life, and your loss feels bigger than that. We love you tremendously, now and always.