Before his retirement in 1996 he owned LB's Pub in Portland, Oregon.  He moved to Nokomis, FL where he lived until 2003. He then moved to Mount Dora where he married Pam Reading on January 3rd 2004. They traveled & camped numerous places from the East coast to the West. They took several trips overseas, mostly cruising.  Ray was a kind, loving & generous father & husband. He had a gentle spirit & was liked by everyone he met. He is missed by many.