Raymond L. Muse
September 28, 1943 ~ February 7, 2020
Mr. Raymond L. Muse, of Salem, beloved husband of Bonnie R. (Jones) Muse, died Friday, February 7, 2020 following a lengthy struggle with cancer. He is also survived by two sons, Robert Nathaniel of Norfolk, and William Andrew of Grafton.
Ray was born and raised in Salem and was educated in Salem public and parochial schools. He attended St. Mary’s High School in Lynn, and graduated from Boston College Class of 1965.
Ray returned to Salem after a successful career in sales and regional management working in the office products and office furniture industry. He retired after concentrating on the educational furniture market covering New England and the Upstate New York markets.
A loving husband, father, grandfather, and cousin, Ray enjoyed walking, gardening and grilling year round, regardless of the weather.
He was devoted to his long love of 47 years and best friend, Bonnie. Above all, family always came first. He was happiest when he and Bonnie were with their boys, their wives and grandchildren, Bob and his wife Colleen, and their children Molly, Liam, Griffin, and Emmett; and Bill and his wife Rachel and their twin girls, Pearl and Stella.
Ray also enjoyed the company of his cousins James & Gertrude Muse, Fredrick & Kathleen Paluzzi, and Ronald & Mary Plutnicki.
His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, February 14, 2020 at 10AM in Immaculate Conception Church, 15 Hawthorne Blvd., Salem. Relatives and friends are invited. Burial will be private. Visiting hours are Thursday from 4-7PM in C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers Square. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the MGH Fund for Cancer Research, c/o MGH Development Office, 125 Nashua St. #540, Boston, MA 02114. For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.LyonsFuneral.com.
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Bonnie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Bonnie and family We always looked foward to seeing at our office He was not just a great patient but a good friend. So sorry for your loss. Pat Shell and Linda
Dear Bonnie, Bob, and Billy
We are so sorry for your loss
We will always remember Ray with
My girls Kate and Kirs along with Bob
And Billy. He was so funny Akways trying to
Figure Bonnie out
We loved you Ray and always will remember
How great you were to
My girls
RIP Ray and you will never be forgotten
God Bless
John and Bev Moustakis
Dear Bonnie, Bob, Billy & Families,
We are so sorry for your loss.
We will always remember Ray and his
great sense of humor, yummy grilling’ &
chillin’, and devotion to his family.
God Bless you Ray.
Sam Fiore & Family
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Bonnie, Bobby and Billy. We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Ray. He always had a warm smile and a kind word to say in the neighborhood. He was so thoughtful to always stop young Tom and Molly on their bikes to see how they were and what they were up to both in and out of school. He was such a gem. May you all find peace knowing the angels have carried him home to God. Sending you love, light, strength and comfort during this difficult time. The O’Hare Family
BONNIE, BOBBY AND BILLIE,
I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RAY’S DEATH. HE WAS A GOOD MAN AND WE ALL ENJOYED THE YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP WE SHARED TOGETHER AS FAMILIES. THE STE. JOHN’S YEARS WHERE A GREAT TIME IN ALL OF OUR LIVES.
IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO FOR ANY ONE OF YOU PLEASE LET US KNOW.
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LOVE ALWAYS.
THE TARDIFF FAMILY.
Dear Bonnie,
Words can’t express our sorrow or the loss for all those who knew Ray and his gentle soul. Your devotion and love for Ray always came through with so much of what you did and said. It was clear to all that know you how much you loved and cared for him. He was a great man, Our deepest sympathies are with you as you go through this difficult moment.
Love,
Bob and Sheri Dreier
To Bob and Colleen and kids:
I met Mr. Muse only once, at the bus stop in Norfolk, he was there for his grandkids, and I was happy to meet Bob’s Dad. Sorry to hear about your loss, having lost my own Dad 3 years ago, I know about it first hand. God bless.
Mick Kozikowski
Bonnie, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear husband. I know how much you loved and cared for him. I could see it in your face every time you talked about him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.