Dearest Patricia, Dawn, Caitie and Sean, Raymond was my advisor, my mentor and my lover; but most importantly, he was my dear friend. I will miss his huge heart, his wicked smile and outrageous sense of humour. I will miss asking him for advice, I will miss hearing his Bronx accent, and I will miss hearing him tell a story! He was the funniest man I ever met! We last spoke in January; the last words we exchanged were: "Ray, there are some people who get under your skin, and stay there; you're one of those people. I'll love you forever." He said, "Bailey, you're under my skin, too, and I love you, too" It's a beautiful last memory, and how lucky I fee that Ray and I were in a place with each other where we could say it. He blessed my life in many ways! I will keep all of you in my prayers for grace and courage during the time ahead. XO Bailey