Contributions to the tribute of Raymond J. Whyte

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Tuesday, January 23, 2018

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Donna posted a condolence

Friday, December 24, 2004

What can a daughter say about the man who taught her many things in and about life. My Dad was truly my first love. He and I often talked,listened to each other and gave each other strength. He also would give me a good road to hoe if we got into a diagreement, but I always somehow learned something from him. I will treasure the time I had with my Dad as it was far too short but I know he's safe and did not suffer long. Until we meet again remember I will always love you. That is something I am sorry I did not say enough. Miss you Daddy, Donna

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Jennifer Perez posted a condolence

Friday, December 24, 2004

I, unlike my Grandpop, am unable to express my thoughts and opinions into words, but here goes. My Grandpop, my son's Pop-pop, my husband's "Grandpop", everybody's friend, we all loved him, sometimes, maybe not so much, but we did and he will be forever missed!! I long for the sound of the tractor under the window or the sound of his voice bellowing across the street or seeing him standing in the window watching me and Brandon leave in the morning. For those that knew him, we were blessed and for those who didn't, they missed out on knowing a great man!

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Tracy Palmer posted a condolence

Thursday, December 23, 2004

I lived across the street from Mr Whyte my whole life,there were times when i could not believe the things he would yell across at me when he saw me outside,as a teenager that liked to spend some time in bed on a saturday morning,you could rest asurre that you would hear him out there on his lawn mower,never after 7.00am.i thought to myself back then he just doesnt care.Then tradgedy struck our family,and we lost our cousin Thomas Stein in a sudden accident.I was beside my self with grief,when i pulled in the driveway that day,no words were yelled, instead a gentle hug, and a warm smile greeted me, then i knew that he did have a loving, caring, yet honest way about him.I have not lived on woodland for 13 years,but every time i pulled down to go back home,I will see him there.

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Grace Bonnicelli posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 21, 2004

I have a lot of fond memories of Raymond. I knew him for 32 years, first, as Brians "boss", then as a neighbor and finally, as a man I've come to know, love and respect. I thank him from the bottom of my heart for all that he has done for us. He was a major influence in our lives. He was a role model that made Brian the person he is today. He was opinionated and sometimes critical but always with affection. And he always laughed at me or made me laugh. It was his uniqueness and savvy that will always be remembered by me and I'm sure by others. He will be sadly missed but I will forever hold a special place in my heart for him.

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Brian Bonnicelli posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 21, 2004

Looking back to my childhood years, I have such great memories and stories of a man who took me under his wing and gave me direction. It was Raymond who taught me the skills in a business that has become my career. He strived for perfection and somehow, along the way, it rubbed off. I have a lot of wonderful memories of Raymond over the years and learning the different sides of his personality was a task in itself. He was funny, outspoken, always gave his opinion and was right 99% of the time. I was also fortunate to see a man who was loving, caring and giving of himself in helping others. International Ray Whyte not only became my friend but was also like a father to me whom I will love and keep in my heart forever.

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Joe Whyte posted a condolence

Monday, December 20, 2004

It seems almost a foreign concept to know that he's gone. I really don't think it's sunk in yet. Why? He's always been there. There have been many who have contributed to the making of the man I am today, but few with the influence that Grandpop has had; I've only come to learn and appreciate that fact over the past few years. What can I say? Full of wisdom, original and quite a character he was. Even when we disagreed, he still let me be me and respected my opinions while freely offering his own ha ha. I'm glad to have known him, and I'm honored to bear his name. I think one of his joys in life was his grandchildren, and although I have a few decades before I get to grandparenthood, I know that I got some great pointers on how to do the job. Thanks for everything, Grandpop - I love you.

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Guy Family posted a condolence

Monday, December 20, 2004

Mark, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and you family. we lived in the red brick house on the corner by florance ave Dee Guy

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Michelle Pirri Stein posted a condolence

Monday, December 20, 2004

I couldn't begin to recall all of the memories I have of "Grand-pop" from my 30 years of life. He was there when I was born and shared in every defining moment after that. Because I lived across the street I saw him and spent more time with him then I did my blood grand fathers. As a little girl I sat on his lap and played at his house with Jen. He took us for trips in the mobile home and rides on the tractor. As a teenager I spent countless days and nights there with Ray. He joked that no one could fight as good as Ray and I and I would say that we learned from the best, him and Grand mom!!! There were times when his opinions weren't always welcome but they were given anyway. Sometimes he was right but I'd never tell him that! I have a deep sadness and things without him don't seem quite right. When I pull down Woodland Ave he is supposed to be there. That's the way it's always been and should always be. I am very grateful that I got to tell him I love him and hear his usual reply " uh huh, me too" We joked and laughed and I combed his hair. These are just a few of the 30yrs worth of memories I have and will cherish forever.

Raymond J. Whyte

1930 - 2004

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