Condolences for Raymond H. Flower

Longtime neighbor on H Dock at Pettibone Boat Club and mentor on everything about boats, Ray and family were good friends of our family. Our houseboat was the popular swimming platform on our dock, with all the kids jumping off the top deck. Years later, during low water, I found a cut off spud pole about 3’ under water in the same area. We were all pretty lucky.

So sorry for your whole family Maggie. What a life fully lived and so many memories for you and your siblings to share. I'm sorry I will be out of town for the services, I hope to see you soon.

Russ and the Flower Family, Russ and Mary moved to Punta Girda the same time we did. Because we also had relatives from LaCrosse we became good friends at the Seminole Lakes Country Club. Throughout our time in Punta Gorda, Ray and I shared our Navy experience as fellow destroyer men. We shared many times and stories of his time on the USS Moale and my time on theUSS Miller. He will be missed by our Thursday morning Veterans coffee group. Sending prayers to you and your family.

Dearest Whitney, Russ, Maggie & Families, Walt and I are so very sad to hear of Ray’s death. He & your mom we’re dear friends and we have so many wonderful memories of all our escapades together. Walt & Ramie we’re “buds forever”. We send our condolences to all of you. All or love, Pat & Walt