Raymond Alexander Gailey
Born: Mon Sep 24, 1951
Died: Tue Feb 14, 2012
Memorial Service
4:30 PM Sat Mar 10, 2012
Location: Scott Funeral Home
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Raymond Gailey, a Vietnam Veteran, age 60, lost his long battle with cancer February 14th. He was preceded in death by his mother Ruth Gailey, and a brother Glenn Gailey. At the time of his death he was surrounded by his family, his loving wife of 39 yrs Mildred (Midge), 2 sons, Stephen Gailey and his partner Angie Salamon, Mark Gailey and his partner Dawn Kuziak. 1 Daughter Sharie Nowosielski and her husband Andrew. He has 5 grandchildren, Johnathon, Sierah, Leah Nowosielski, Markus Gailey and Kayla Smith. He is survived by 1 brother Lynn Gailey and wife Deb, 3 sisters Cheryl Gailey, Nancy Rankin and husband David, Deborah Eller and husband David. There are also numerous nephews and nieces, great nephews and nieces. He also has many close relatives in Butler Pa.
Raymond was known to many friends as "Railroad Ray", he was employed by CSXT, formerly Conrail, since 1976 until he was diagnosed with cancer. For a long time after he was disabled he would go to the depot and visit with his buddies before a work day. His other hobby was working with wood and tinkering with things that needed fixed and he loved camping with family and friends.
Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Ray's Life at the Scott Funeral Home, 2104 Myrtle St. Erie, PA., on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 4:30 P.M., Officiated by Pastor Sonny Concepcion, Chaplain of Great Lakes Hospice. Erie Crawford County Burial Detail will conduct military honors immediately following. All are invited to a luncheon at the Foresters Club, 1309 Parade St. Memorials may be made to the Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation 130 W. Eighth St., Suite 216 Erie, PA 16501.
Charitable donations may be made in Raymond's memory to the following organization:
Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation
http://Kanziuscancerresearch.org
130 W. Eighth St., Suite 216, Erie, PA 16501
Tel: 814/480-5776
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Midge
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Posted Thu February 16, 2012
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My Love, You are missed every second of everyday, but i know you already know that.
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Fae
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Posted Thu February 16, 2012
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To my family, I am so sorry for your loss. Ray was a good guy. I will truly miss him. Love you all, Fae and kids
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Nancy Sadler Ozimek
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Posted Thu February 16, 2012
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I am sorry i never knew Ray but I am so sorry to Midge and his family. You are all in my prayers.
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Gary Williams
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Posted Thu February 16, 2012
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I worked with Ray on the Railroad.Ray always said his family was his greatest prize.Ray was a hard worker,I can say I never heard Ray say a bad thing about anyone.He had alot of pride,one thing I know he keep alot of his though inside.I am proud to say that If I needed help Ray was there.We worked in Communications Dept. together.Ray''s Family is in our prayers.
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Mandy Mullen
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Posted Fri February 17, 2012
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Sharie, Midge, Steve and Mark, I''''m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Angel and Vince
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Posted Fri February 17, 2012
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Hey Midge, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Miss you all dearly. Steve, live everyday to the fullest and stay positive, be strong for your mom. Hope all goes well.
Love,
Angel and Vince
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Ed Long
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Posted Fri February 17, 2012
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Midge & Family,
You remain in our prayers. Ray was the most conscientious Brother I ever knew. We celebrate his life with Love of the man we knew so well for decades.
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DEBRA ELLER
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Posted Fri February 17, 2012
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DEAR RAY THIS IS YOUR SISTER DEBRA I AM SO PROUD TO GET TO KNOW YOU AS MY BROTHER A BROTHER IS A GIFT FROM GOD WHO WILL ALWAYS BE AROUND HE IS THERE TO PICK ME UP WHEN I AM FEELING DOWN YOU ARE MORE THEN JUST A BROTHER YOU ARE ALSO A SPECIAL FRIEND WHO WILL SHARE THE GOOD OR THE BED TO THE VERY END YOU LISTEN TO MY PROBLEMS WHETHER THEY ARE BIG OR SMALL I KNOW THAT IF I NEED YOU ALL I HAVE TO DO IS CALL RAY AND HE WILL BE THERE I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU RAY
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MERCY PETROFF
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Posted Fri February 17, 2012
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OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE W/ YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. RAY WAS SUCH A FUN MAN TO BE AROUND AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, THROUGH OUT LORD, JESUS CHRIST. GOD BLESS YOU ALL DURING THIS MOST HEARTFELT OF TIMES. SINCERELY, MITCH AND MERCY
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john {jackie} kennedy jr
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Posted Fri February 17, 2012
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as the american flag keeps flying today..as the toot of railroad trains gives me goose bumps..sometimes i reflect on the choices..vietnam veterans like ray..as young teen age men..marched to duty...when their country called!..i am very sorry..i never had the chance to share a fox hole with ray ..or to serve with him..i know his god-given wife for over 40 years..how truly blessed he is..as he continues his journey..and making a path for midge!...sir ray!...as an air force veteran..this kennedy is saluting you!..slainte!..erin go braugh!...p.s.!...continue to march...my irish brother!
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Dee Hulsinger
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Posted Sun February 19, 2012
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Midge
I''m so sorry to read the sad news about Ray. Please know he is looking down from a wonderful place with so much joy in his heart knowing you helped to make his time here on earth a remarkable journey. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Dee
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Edward Suflita
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Posted Mon February 27, 2012
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Gailey Family;
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of a really good man. I worked with Ray when the railroad had an ongoing project in Erie, PA. I never met a more conscientious man in my life. He will truly be missed. May God give you strength to endure.
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Mary Adams
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Posted Wed February 29, 2012
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Midge, so sorry for your and all the families loss. Sending Blessings of hope, healing, and love.
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Yolanda thornton-Hopkins
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Posted Thu March 01, 2012
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Midge my sincere sympathy, I pray that God will continue to give you strength and comfort. God bless you all and God keep you
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Rhonda Glover
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Posted Fri March 09, 2012
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Ray ...I first met you at the camp through Shannon Eller....you always made me laugh i know how much pain you were in and how hard it was ...since you are up there can you please tell my dad i said i ....He died Labor Day weekend from cancer also and I talked almost every day to Midge about it....hope you find peace ...God LOVE you and MY DAD....watch over all and smile ...
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Bob and Janet Mitchell
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Posted Fri March 09, 2012
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Dear Midge and Family;
I will always remember Ray as a Hard worker and a good person. The years he worked for use, are still in my mind. God always take the good chrildren to be with him.
May the memories of Ray be with you always and always
I have to go to Pittsburgh to be with Jan''''s parents on Saturday, so I can not attend the service on Saturday. Sorry If I could I would be there .
Bob
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Jim Grieshober
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Posted Sat March 10, 2012
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We're so sorry to learn of Rays passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "There is only one success to be able to spend your life in your own way"
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Midge
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Posted Mon March 26, 2012
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As I read all that has been said, and the overwhelming response of those who attended your celebration brings tears dear, that you were not by my side the way I wish you had been all thru life, but I do know you were there to see it all. Miss you ....
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Midge Gailey
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Posted Sat December 29, 2012
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well hon, they are all with you, at least the ones you knew of. Life is so different now. Please tell that new grandaughter of ours that her grandma can't wait to meet her. till later...
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Midge Gailey
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Posted Mon February 18, 2013
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So here it is, a year since you left this world. Lots of things happening as usual, Savana due any time now, the bright spot that has kept me looking forward. Of course you are still talked about my family as if you still are playing cards with them, nancy too. they also laugh about what kind of card games you guys are playing without us. Times are tough, but one of these days it will be better. So until next time, miss you honey.
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Liz Penna
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Posted Mon March 11, 2013
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Missing you Ray
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Submitted by Midge Gailey on Tue May 08, 2012
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