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Diane Ray-Dewey posted a condolence
My hero!!!!! My dad the best dad a daughter could ever ask for!! Now he is my guardian angel!!!
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Bob Hamilton posted a condolence
Bill gave me my real chance to pitch softball for the Golden Valley Sports Camp Softball Team way back when, and what a great time that turned out to be. Bill belived in me and something I will cherish the rest of my life. I was lucky to be able to tell him, that he played such a huge part of who I am today. To the Ray family, I'm so sorry for your loss but want you to know that he touched peoples life and as a non family member, he touched my life more then people could ever know. Rest in peace Bill, Thank you for making me the man I am today and when you get to Heaven tonight, God has his field being worked on, and start building your team, we will see you someday soon my friend.
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Mary Mazzarella-Deck posted a condolence
He who have lived well, laughed often and loved much
Who has gained the respect of his fellow man and the Love of children. who has filled his niche and accomplished his task. Who leaves the world a better place than he found it. Who looked for the best in others and gave the best he had. Safe and peaceful travels.
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Danny Green posted a condolence
It's very rare in this day and age to find some one who impacts so many lives out of the goodness of their heart. Bill has coached hundreds of little league boys gave of his times and own finances to make sure that they had some where to play baseball for close to forty years. Gone but never forgotten. RIP Bill.
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ernie riesen posted a condolence
bill ,I have consider a life long friend. grew up together in Brooklyn played ball together and were indeed friends. he'll be missed in this community for some time.
may God care of his soul from this point on.
God be with the family in this time of grief.
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Ken Paden posted a condolence
My condolences to the entire Ray family. I have many, many fond memories of Bill ranging from the bowling alley to the softball field. Anyone who knew Bill knows the Dodgers have lost one of their most loyal fans. May he rest in peace.
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Greg Davie posted a condolence
Where do you start with Bill Ray? As the Moose coach..Rec Department for countless years...Softball organizer, groundskeeper, coach and even player...bowler..father and grandfather, brother and husband...those are the general descriptions and everyone can fill in the gaps a different and unique way. Personally, he was a great advocate of school and youth sports. As Insaid on my radio pre-game on the day he passed, the school bleachers were a little emptier and a lot quieter. And Bill Ray Field has extra special meaning. RIP Bill.
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Ed Barnes posted a condolence
Sorry to hear of Bills Passing.He loved Sidney and sports.He did a great job of running softball leagues Little league baseball and bowling leagues.He kept playing fields in great shape.So glad they named little league field after him.Will miss him.Rest in peace.My sympathys toDiane and family.
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rob posted a condolence
hey mr. dodger fan from a not so hot dodger fan (mang. yankee baseball donnie b.) sorry you left so soon. you did so much to keep baseball/softball alive in this town. scorekeeper,timer, whatever was needed. oh yeah manager to. dont worry, baseball in sidney will go on but you will never be replaced.
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Ken Hamilton posted a condolence
Bill was not only a dear friend, fellow Brooklynite, but as a kid growing up he was also a mentor to me. When he organized a baseball , softball, football or basketball game, even though I was a few years younger then the other guys on the teams, he always made sure I got to play. After high school I got to play with him on his league softball team, and his bowling team for over 25 years. So many good memories. My sympathy and prayers to Diane and family.
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Richard F Barnes posted a condolence
Bill..one can not even guess the lives of Sidney youth you have touched..sports played such a big part in your life..
bowling secretary for over 30 plus straight years..baseball/softball 35 plus years..countless hours of your own time making sure all had the perfect field to show there talents..I now will think of you as having a cup of coffee with Walt Aston/Mr Dodger/..I thank you for your dedication..rest in peace.. A true Hall of Famer..in my eyes...
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John,JoAnn Warner posted a condolence
Mr Bill our social coordinator so many fond memories,camping at Gilbert Lake, dancing at the local moose,amusement park in Batavia, ball games in Vero Beach,Fla to see his favorite Dodgers, and have a dodger dog. So many good times I know God has a special place for you our friend and mentor of so many young people our deepest sympathy to Diane and the Ray Family
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Kim Lotierzo posted a condolence
My dearest Uncle Bill, may you rest in peace now! I have such great childhood memories of you and your family! I'll always remember our dance at my wedding, and the words you spoke to me, you will always remain dear to my heart!
You will be sadly missed, but I know you are onto a new journey, may god light your way! I love you!
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Bob Finnegan posted a condolence
Bill had always been the real "cheerleader" relative to all of the Sidney sports programs, whether they be the Moose Lodge teams or the scholastic sports teams at Sidney High School. His quiet "hollering" and "cheering" will be missed throughout Sidney. I worked with Bill's son, Scotty, as a cross country runner and Bill was very supportive back in the 1980s as well. May the Lord be with Bill and his entire family and "extended family" in Sidney during this most difficult time........
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Donna posted a condolence
So sorry. Ray was such a sincere and caring friend. He was a loyal classmate and we will miss him a lot. Sympathy and love to Diane and his family. Donna
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kathy shelton posted a condolence
Bill was a very special man. I've known him for a very long time in the role of Moose/Little League coach. We butted heads a few times when he's come to the Walton Tournament, but in the end it was all good. He has been a great friend, role model and mentor for many youth. He will be missed!
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Harry Knapp posted a condolence
Bill was a very special person to many people and to me. I was very blessed to have had Bill for a friend. We had a lot of laughs and fun while traveling to and attending school games together. I miss him. May the Lord be with Diane and family.I am sure Bill is with Him now.
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John & Phyllis Greene posted a condolence
Our prayers go out to Bill's family. We always looked forward to seeing him at Alumni weekends!
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Rob Dewey posted a condolence
I am proud to say that I am Bill's son in law. I have never met anyone that I respected more. Love you Dad!
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Dave and Vicki Kulze posted a condolence
Our sympathies go out to Bill's entire family. Bill was definitely a community man! He was known and liked by all who knew him. God's peace to you all.
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Charlie & Evelyn emerson posted a condolence
So sorry to hear of bills passing.I. Worked with Bill several years.He will be missed by everyone.
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Andy Baldauf posted a condolence
I would like to give my condolences to the whole family. Bill gave me some of the best advice I have ever heard, he said "To keep my chin up, never to give up, and figure out what you want to do in life", that's just the kind of guy Bill was. This is a real loss to the community of Sidney, Rest in Peace Bill..
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Paul/Caroline Laing posted a condolence
To Scott and the Ray family:
Words can not begin to express how sorry we are over your dad's passing.
Like it or not, a father's influence is life long. We hope you find comfort in so many people who were touched by his guiding influence.
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