Condolence: Ray was the Director at Rome Labs when I served there 1999-2001 as a UK Exchange Officer with the RAF. He was a warm, genuine and fiercely bright gentleman who was respected by all. God bless.

Condolence: I am deeply saddened by your loss. I had the distinct honor of working with "Ray" over the years at what is now the Information Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory. He was, unquestionably, an exceptional leader, and the Air Force, the Air Force Research Laboratory, and the community of Rome, New York, will miss him greatly.

Condolence: Eileen, I am sadened by the passing of your dad. He was a great man and always smiling when I saw him at camp. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.

Condolence: Eileen and Bernadette, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your father always seemed to be a wonderful man and I'm sure that he will be missed by all who knew him. My prayers are with you both and may your memories bring you comfort during this very difficult time.

Condolence: Bernadette & Eileen,

Your father was an extraordinary man. Ray wasn’t the best scientist in the Air Force, but he won the most prestigious Harold Brown Award for his scientific contributions. He wasn’t the top administrator in the Air Force, but he led the best directorate of the Air Force Research Lab through an enviable record of defining accomplishments. He wasn’t the most forward-looking person in the Air Force, but he was the life force behind the largest reconstruction, reorganization and renewal of the Rome state-of the-art research facility in its 60+ year history.

Possessed of a finely honed judge of character, a wry sense of humor, and a keen political astuteness, he was immensely generous of his time and talents to local causes. His devotion to the health and success of the laboratory and the science and technology environment of Central New York was unmatched.

Those of us who were lucky enough to have been mentored by Ray, or to have been blessed by his friendship, know that we have lost an irreplaceable leader of our time.

“And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his hand.”

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nort & Carole Fowler

Condolence: Bernadette &. Eileen--
The sadness in the loss of your Mom and Dad is immeasurable for us. The world has lost a fine couple-- but, we are confident that they are happy together. Please know how sorry we are that we cannot be there for your Dad's services-- you will be in our thoughts and prayers-- and Ray and Maureen will forever be in our hearts. Our love to you and your families. Tom and Paula