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Raymond Killen Obituary
KILLEN, 65
BRADENTON - Ray Killen, LHS Class of '64, gently passed away on August 8, 2011 at Tide-well Hospice House, Bradenton, FL, due to complications of end stage liver disease.
He was predeceased by parents R.H. and Alice Killen and niece Heather Lee Reitzel.
Ray is survived by sisters Betty Green, Bradenton, and Linda Killen, Winter Haven; niece Traecy Brunner (Darren and Ryelynn) Sarasota and nephews Bill Shafer (Kathy, Dan and Matt), Anna Maria and Patrick Goeser, Sarasota, furry companion Sam, as well as many other special friends and relatives.
Ray was a creative and free sprit whose life was marked by vibrant passion for family, friends and all things beautiful. He loved and was loved by many.
Join us for a Celebration of Life on August 21, 2 P.M. at Oak Hill Burial Park, Lakeland, followed by a gathering at the lake house. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tidewell Hospice, 3355 26th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205.
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August 21, 2011
Please know that you both are in our thoughts and prayers. The Killen family has always had a special place in our hearts.
The Blanton Family,
Roger, Jan, Kemp, Carey & familes
Steve Smith
August 20, 2011
Betty and Linda and the family - I was so sorry to hear about Ray. I have been away a long time, but have not forgotten the people that were a part of my life and our lives. We all grew up together in Lakeland and were an important part of opening closet doors for so many young men and women. I have so many memories - The Foxfire Inn; The Last Moving Picture Show; O M G the Green Parrot with Alan and Nonie (?); and the many brunches, dinners, and social gatherings we shared. Sadly, I don't think todays youth experience the friendships and sharing of life that we enjoyed. I hope we all can say that we have loved, appreciated, and expressed our feelings to each other. Best to all and Peace to Ray...
xoxo
Steve Smith
Carole Muzzillo
August 18, 2011
So very sorry to hear about Ray......Such a special person and so much fun to be with....A good cook as I recall.......Had some fun times in High School.....Classmate..Carole Freeman
Wayne Truluck
August 18, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We enjoyed visiting with Ray and your Mother whenever we would go fishing. Alice was the nicest person any one would be proud to have as a friend or relative. Ray was always happy and showed how much he loved his mother.
We offer you our sincere condolences. May God Bless you.
Lura Martin
August 18, 2011
Dear Betty and Linda,
I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this terribly sad time. Ray was an original. Talented, passionate and creative, Ray brought sunshine into the room, laughter into our souls and love into our hearts. I offer my sincere condolences to you and your families.
I know your hearts are very heavy today, I pray that they will soon fill with wonderful memories of all the fun-filled times each of you shared with Ray. May God bless all of you.
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