Ray Harry Groover, age 57, passed away at his home in Woodbridge, surrounded by his family on Friday, October 25, 2019. He is survived by his beloved mother Annabelle, nephew-like-a-son Bobby, and other family members to include Bonnee, Donna-Mike-Emily, Paula-Frank-Frankie-Robin-Christina-Michael, Roy, Sue, Betty-Rhi, Butch, Scott, Wayne, and many, many great nephews and nieces. In loving memory of our brother Ray, and following his wishes, there will be no viewing or services. Should you wish to honor his memory, please make a donation to honor his mom, to the Alzheimer’s Association (http://act.alz.org/goto/RayGroover). Ray loved gardening, cooking, decorating, and making his home a beautiful welcoming place to be happy. You may also honor him by thinking of him while couponing or reading a good book, jamming out while listening to Tool or watch an episode of Ridiculousness and laugh out loud with him. Last but not least, for those of you who were lucky enough to have or have seen his tile work, appreciate the beauty of his heart and one of his many gifts to the world. “Be different, be nice.” |
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