I was unable to attend in person, but know I was there in spirit. Rest in peace Uncle Ray!!

Said goodbye to my Brother-in-Law and Friend yesterday. Didn't quite know how hard that was going to be. I was reminded over the last few days, what a great man he was. Got to visit with people I knew, met a lot of new people, and they all talked about what Ray left in their Hearts, it was amazing. This man will be truly missed. RIP Ray!

Dear Marsha and Family,
I was so sorry to learn of Ray's passing. Rosemarie always had such wonderful things to say about him. I can only hope that you had the kind of support near you that you were for me, Marsha, when Teri was ill. Such kindness we never forget.
I have been praying for you all morning and will continue to remember all of you in prayer. God bless. Love, Nancy

God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not meant to be,
So he put his arms around you
and whispered "Come to Me".
With tearful eyes we watched you,
as we saw you pass away.
Although we loved you deeply,
we could not make you stay.
Your Golden Heart stopped beating,
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.

To The Wilking Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I will never forget Ray-he was a very kind and loving man. He was wonderful to work with and he was always available and willing to listen to you if you needed anything. He will truly be missed---

Ray is remembered as a fine classmate and a kind person, and a lot of fun on our senior trip to Washington DC. I will fondly remember him. Pat Sutton

Dawn and family,
Our deepest sympathies during your time of loss. Please know that we are here for you.
Your CITI Friends....

At last he has found comfort in the arms of Our Lord.
Rest in Peace Ray.

Marsha, Allison and Craig,
Our heartfelt prayers are with you all! I was so surprised to hear of Ray's passing from my mom and dad. I remember him as a truly great friend and neighbor to the Murri family.We will continue to lift you up in prayer!

Another member of the St. Cyril Class of '57 has gone to the great reunion in the sky. I wish his family peace and the joy of having him for all these years. God bless.

To the Family,
I went to high school with Ray and really enjoyed his friendship. I am sorry for your loss.
Mary Ann

My condolences to the Wilking
family. I attended St. Raymond
Grade School and St. Cyril High
School with Ray, and remember him
as always being the perfect gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Ray's early leadership included
his serving as president of our
Sts Cyril & Methodius Sr High
(Detroit) class of 1957.
Rest in peace, Ray

I have known the Avery family since I was in first grade (Linda Avery Schultz and I went to school together; also Mrs. Shirley Avery and I both still belong to Guardian Angels church). Through my relationship with the Avery family I have met several of the Wilking family members over the years and have often heard Linda speak about family events and special times with all of her Aunts, Uncles, and cousins. I know what a close-knit family you are and how dear these relationships are. Please accept my deepest sympathy at your great loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time and in the days and weeks ahead. God bless you.

As best I can, I will choose to celebrate the joy of Ray's life, rather than dwell on the tragedy of his death. Thanks Ray for giving me so much to celebrate. I will always treasure the times we were able to just be together and talk.