RICHARD T. BRAY

A candle was lit by alexia i love you on March 29, 2020 3:24 PM

A candle was lit by Alexia on January 22, 2020 11:26 AM

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papa i really miss u. my 13 bithday just passed and its really hard not having u here for it but i know when i blew out the candles u were right there with me.I really miss when i would come over and u would try to sneak me candy and ice cream even tho mom would say no. I miss when i would wake u up early when i slept over and the day grana was sleeping u made me the uncle buck pancakes! i miss all of that u were my best friend! im in the 7th grade now i do basketball and softball and even thinking about volleyball. im really into art and good at it, i wanna be a fashion designer when im older! i still have all the little presents that u gave me even the shirts from when i was little. i really miss u and cant belive its been almost 3 years I love u,
Ur little shadow

A candle was lit by Alexia(ur shadow) on January 22, 2020 11:16 AM

A candle was lit by teddy on March 19, 2017 6:59 PM

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Dear Rick I will miss you greatly.we have had quite the time over the the past 30 years.

A candle was lit by teddy on March 19, 2017 6:51 PM

Message from Daughter Madeline

Dad, we laid you to rest yesterday. One of the toughest days ever!! The line at the wake was continuous until just before 8p.m. So many people came out to pay their respects and had good things to say about you. You were loved and will be missed by many. It was very tough but I managed to get through a very nice eulogy I wrote for you. The funeral was very hard because it was the last chance to see you and you looked so good in your minister robe. I cried riding behind the hurst knowing it was your final ride through the city you loved so much..I could just picture you waving to everyone and anyone in spirit! Now that the services are done, the time has come for me to grieve you and process the last 6 weeks. I take great comfort in knowing that the last period of your life, I had the honor to take care of you and provide a loving environment and lots of happy memories that will last me a lifetime. I know you have just begun your eternal life with Jesus and all the people you loved and missed that went before you. So while this is our earthly goodbye, I know you will be watching over us all and waiting for the day we will meet again and join you in our eternal life. I love you dad and miss you terribly but I know we will meet again!! Your loving daughter, Madeline

Message from Kerri and Dave Sutton

Bray Family, Sorry to hear about the loss of your Husband and Father. May the memories of Rick bring you comfort.

Expression of Sympathy

A BALANCE EASEL SPRAY was ordered on March 17, 2017

A candle was lit by Josh Breedon & Hennessy Shaw on March 17, 2017 10:59 AM

Message from Cranston

Dad, I don't know how to say goodbye . I'm hurting so bad that when I look at your pictures I start to cry .I just can't believe your gone .I enjoyed taking you out on Sundays to Jessie's and the flea markets. We would ride around and you say let's go for ice cream. How you would go home to Madeline's and she would prick your finger and your sugar would be high and she would say ,dad what did you eat ? We would look at each other and giggle . I would say Madeline he ate good. Lol . I'm gonna miss you showing me off to your friends ,you would say this is my daughter she's into Bodybuilding .She's strong like my boys. Dad I really enjoyed our time together. Dad I'm hurting so bad right now knowing I can't see you or call you anymore. When you were so sick in the hospital it killed me to see you like that .Dad I'm glad your at peace and you are with the family .Before you passed you told me to take care of myself and don't work so much ,go back to the gym and do what makes you happy. I am going to listen to you. Dad you are my angel and I hope you will be by my side . I Love you dad with all my heart . Love ,
Your last born Gianna
Aka Tina

A candle was lit by Gianna D'Christofaro on March 16, 2017 10:39 PM

Message from James Bray Sr.

Well dad this is the day I always dreaded, the day my teacher, father, friend and sidekick goes back home for good. Through life you gave me skills to become the person I am today thank you for that . I will miss our conversations that you and I had on just general things in life. I will keep true to what I've learned from you and share them with my children to keep your legacy alive . I am the last boy in the family that knows all your knowledge and at times I will share what I've learned with the family. Dad I would not change anything. You did a great job as my father I will miss you always my heart is devastated but in time it will heal , like me and Ricky always would say love you old man till I see you again dad rest peacefully love you always, Jimmy .

A candle was lit by James Bray Sr. on March 16, 2017 7:59 PM

A candle was lit by James on March 16, 2017 7:39 PM

A candle was lit by Darlene Anctil I always love you uncle Dickie rest in Peace on March 16, 2017 1:03 AM

A candle was lit by Norman Ritter on March 15, 2017 10:35 PM

A candle was lit by Jenn and the kids on March 15, 2017 8:21 PM

A candle was lit by Your old friend, Al on March 15, 2017 6:12 PM

A candle was lit by Linda D'Agostino and Linda Lee on March 15, 2017 1:58 PM

Message from Lloyd Morse

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Dear Val and Kids ,
I was very stunned to learn about the death of Rick. I still cannot believe that he died so unexpectedly. However, as they say, the one who is adored the most by the God, is the one who achieves eternal life. I will miss Rick, and will cherish all the happy memories I had with him Jewelry at Kennedy Park 4th of July and many other Fairs and Festivals Papa Pasquales at Valley Street Flea Market Sausage sandwiches mmmm . Please accept my sincere condolences.
May Rick rest in peace,

Message from Kerri and Jerry Morris

So sorry to hear of your passing but now heaven has another angel my heart goes out to your family at this time

A candle was lit by So sorry to hear about your passing heaven has another angel on March 15, 2017 12:11 AM

A candle was lit by Madeline on March 14, 2017 10:50 PM

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Papadoopie, how am I ever going to get used to you not being here. You have always been a huge part of my life and I always felt safe knowing I had you to turn to if I ever needed to. You raised me to be a strong woman and I will get through this. You would be proud to know your family all pulled together this past week to support each other through this most difficult time. I have always been the unspoken matriarch and glue that holds the family together and I will continue to do my best without my sidekick. I was honored to be able to be the daughter you needed this past year. I was thrilled to be able to keep you safe, give you peace, keep you healthy, give you lots of fun times and wonderful memories. We shared a lot this year and some past hurts were healed and I think you were proud of me and I know you loved me. You are all over this house daddy and I miss you terribly. No more Rick and Rays Diner this year. No one to sit in the "annex" with Ray. He has enjoyed your company and companionship this past year and he misses you terribly. He is taking this hard and I know life will go back to being lonely for him. I will continue your saying of "May the devil be deaf" when I have just jinxed myself and I hope in heaven you let someone know when they are being a "hot mess"..lol. My heart is truly broken my little papadoopie but I know you are just starting your eternal life in heaven. Ted may get fat now cuz he doesn't have anyone to fight with for the ice cream..lol.Well Dad, I guess I have to say my final goodbye soon and it will be tough but at the end of the day, I know you did it your way and I am ok with that. I will love you always and until we meet again, love from your first born daughter. Bye dad..RIP

A candle was lit by Debbie DiOrio on March 15, 2017 12:08 AM

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Madeline and family I am so sorry for your loss. Madeline I know what it is like to lose a father. My dad and I were so close I did so many wonderful thing with my dad. He was proud of me and I loved him so much. I know that is what you shared with your dad. Once again so very sorry.

A candle was lit by Ryan and Jenn on March 14, 2017 10:47 PM

A candle was lit by His daughter Madeline on March 14, 2017 10:27 PM

A candle was lit by Mallory on March 14, 2017 10:01 PM

Message from Mallory Lovett Parker Arnold

Maddie, Ted, and family. Thinking of all of you at this very difficult time. I will always remember Rick's great sense of humor and sarcasm. Im so happy he had such great family to be at his side with caring and love.

A candle was lit by Sonia on March 14, 2017 9:16 PM

Message from Coventry,R.I.

Dear Bray Family, We are sorry for the loss of your dad. He is in peace, with no more pain watching over all of you. Val, We are also so sorry for the passing of your husband Rick. You are all in our thoughts & Prayers. God Bless. xoxo

A candle was lit by Steve, Sandie & Brie Rainone on March 14, 2017 8:37 PM

Message from Sheena Bray ( Daughter )

Daddy, what can I say. You have been my savior, my hero my protector. You have always protected me and been my shoulder when I needed one. I will never forget our fishing trips,( how mad you would get when my line would get stuck in the trees.) I am going to miss all the feasts and festivals we used to do selling Papa Pasquales famous sausage and pepper sandwiches. Cj is going to miss the late night phone calls busting him up about the Patriots or Red Sox. Or when you would say " C'mon C where going to go find some treasures. " aka junk lol. Alexia, your little shadow will miss her "Poppa" so much. The Uncle Buck pancakes you would make, or the ice ream and candy you would try and sneak her. I am so happy you got to meet Austin and Skylar. One day they will know what an amazing Poppa they had. Daddy I love you so, I feel incredibly lost right now. But I know in my heart of hearts you are at peace. Cj and I will take good care of mommy. Until we meet again Daddy.. Your daughter ( which u still call the baby ) Sheena xoxoxo

A candle was lit by Sandy Enos Leacy on March 14, 2017 8:21 PM

A candle was lit by his wife valorie love you see you soonxoxox on March 14, 2017 7:59 PM

A candle was lit by Sheena Bray on March 14, 2017 7:51 PM