Birth date: Feb 16, 1995 Death date: Oct 19, 2012
Raymond M. “Ray Ray” Koneski of Tavares, Florida passed away on Friday, October 19, 2012 at the age of 17 years. Ray Ray was born in Gainesville, Florida. He was a gold medal winner in the Special Olympics and a Shands Children’s Read Obituary
ray ray what a light he was to us all just in florida with him he wask finding pumpkins in family room and looking for marbles in clay matching shapes getting pretzel from renee showing me a picture of his girlfriend in a magazine he surley touched us all in his special way i am praying for all sure wish i was there am with you in spirit at this time love barb##imported-begin##barbara steck##imported-end##
Mary, Ray,Emily, Adam, and Michelle, I have met each of you, even if just briefly, my heart is heavy for you all. I had the pleasure of sharing 2 years with your lil' Ray of sunshine, at Triangle Elementary Pre-k.He and Mary left a memory so deep in my heart, I will never forget.Your family was picked by our loving God to love & keep Ray and I was always in "awe"at how special you all were.Of course, our God does not make mistakes!Now that he is resting in Heaven it is time for you to relax and live the rest of your lives knowing that your job is done and done so perfectly. May you soon have peace.Mary, I love you and your kind soul will always be a special part of my life!1 Thessalonians 4: 13-18 * The soul would have no rainbows~ If the eyes had no tears.With all my prayers & Love,Debra Priester##imported-begin##Debra S. Priester##imported-end##
To the family and friends of Ray-Ray, what a special young man. I remember when he was very young meeting him and thinking wow what a wonderful gift from God. Seeing him at Lake Hills and at graduations at Tavares High School was always a joy. Please know all of you are in our prayers and thoughts as you go through this very difficult time.##imported-begin##Bruce and Jill Hamilton##imported-end##
I'm so sorry for your loss. I met Ray Ray & your family when I worked at Angelo's restaurant. When your family visited, everyone was excited and very happy to see you and Ray Ray. It's been many years since I've seen him but Julie & Angelo have shared the best stories with me about the field trip to make pizzas with his classmates and his olympic adventures. We have all been blessed by knowing Ray Ray. Pepperoni pizza with (lots) of extra pepperoni!!! What an angel.##imported-begin##Susan Hoskinson##imported-end##
My memories of Ray-Ray are very precious to me. I can't remember exactly when, but I know David and Emily were in high school when they brought Ray-Ray to me. David said, "Ray-Ray, this is my grandmother." Ray-Ray looked at me very seriously for a moment, then broke into a wide smile and gave me a big hug. Your "little man" had won my heart for all time and that smile was right there each time he saw me. As he was special to me, I know he is special to our Heavenly Father and I see Ray-Ray wrapped in Jesus' arms and that smile beaming love and great happiness. Your "special little man" has been in my prayers and I'm so thankful for his loving presence and place in our extended family.With love and deep sympathy for your loss,Grandmother Mrs. Thomas B. Long Jr.##imported-begin##Mrs. Thomas B. Long Jr.##imported-end##
Like so many members of David's extended family, I am very thankful to have met Ray-Ray. To quote Emily, he was a very special young man. When I first met Ray-Ray I was visiting Florida and David wanted me to meet his longtime sweetheart, Emily. They offered my children a chance to ride on her horse. Ray-Ray accompanied Emily as she led the children around the pasture again and again calling out encouragement and safety details to them. He was cheerful and loving. Each time I saw Ray-Ray after that on my Florida visits it was easy to see his love and affection for all of us, especially David, my nephew. Ray-Ray could have been jealous or possessive of his precious Emily, but instead I saw his open and loving heart. His relationship with David was so very special as I have been told and could see. His enthusiasm at David and Emily's wedding was indeed a gift to all of us. I know your loss is great and painful. I will be praying that your sweet and abundant memories will soothe your hearts and God will be your constant comfort. With my love,Aunt Marietta for all the Muchmores##imported-begin##Marietta Muchmore##imported-end##
Dear Koneski family,Our deepest sympathy over the loss of your dear son Ray Ray. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.##imported-begin##David & Gini Rankin##imported-end##
Ray Ray was a very special young man who will be remembered for his happy smile and for a big presence felt in the lives of all who knew him. I will always remember how loving Michelle and Mary were with him. Michelle's fellow students loved him too and saw how really special Ray Ray was.My love and prayers for peace and comfort go with his family.Kristie Walker##imported-begin##Kristie Walker##imported-end##
No 'special' story, but Ray Ray was sure a SPECIAL young man!! Remember that commercial that says, "Need a car? Call Cout...!!" ?? I think it would be appropriate to say that for most people, "If you needed a SMILE, call Ray Ray!!!". What a kid! What a family! May God bless you all.##imported-begin##Nancy Jo Davidson##imported-end##
Walking down the hall at Lake Hills School, it was always a special treat is I happened to see Ray, walking with his class or his teacher. Ray was never in my class, but, like everyone at Lake Hills, he made an impression on me. Just a short conversation with Ray brightened my day. He was a sweet boy who overcame many obstacles and touched everyone he met with his spirit. He will be missed. Bless you all. I pray for strength to get you through this difficult time.##imported-begin##Barbara Fairservice##imported-end##
