Raymond Edward Penley's Obituary
Raymond “Ray” Edward Penley, 83, of New Port Richey Florida passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving daughter and son-in-law on November 17, 2024. Everyone who knew Raymond knew that he was an extremely kind, loving, gentle and peaceful person, and that he loved his family and friends very much.
Raymond was born on May 18, 1941 in South Amboy, New Jersey the son of Raymond Penley and Mary Penley. He was a resident of Laurence Harbor, New Jersey. Raymond enlisted in the United States Air Force right after high school. He was an aviation cadet and then commissioned as an officer, working as a navigator during the Vietnam war. He valued this service highly and attained the rank of Captain. He earned multiple service awards and medals including the distinguished flying cross. He retired from the Air Force and worked for Geico where he was an IT asset coordinator. He was very dedicated and hard working. Throughout his career he left a lasting impact and he formed life long friendships on those he worked alongside.
In 1960 Raymond met his beautiful love of his life Dorothy at a USO dance. They fell in love and later married in 1962 in Baltimore MD. He was married for 59 years to his beloved wife Dorothy, who preceded him in death in 2022. They traveled the world together and raised their two lovely children together, Michelle and Bryan. They moved from Maryland to New Port Richey Florida in 2011 to be by their children and their families. He loved his family with all of his heart, his family was his pride and joy.
Raymond was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was a joy to be around, he loved his family and friends, he was a kind, caring, and loving person. He will be greatly missed and always loved.
Raymond was predeceased by his beloved parents, Raymond Penley and Mary Penley, his loving wife Dorothy Penley, his adoring son Bryan Penley and his beloved brother Henry “Harry” Penley. He survived by his loving daughter Michelle Silver and her husband Mark Silver, his loving daughter-in-law Mindy Penley and grandson Lucas Penley as well as many family members and friends.
To my Dad,
A note to my Dad and some of my favorite things about my Dad from your daughter. My “Ray” of sunshine, my beautiful “Pops” as I called him. I love you more than words could ever say. A piece of my heart will forever be missing. Your love was unconditional and your hugs could cure all. Pops was so loving, kind, caring and thoughtful. He had a sparkle in his blue eyes, a radiant smile and an infectious laugh. He gave the best bear hugs. He loved music and he loved singing and humming. He would listen to all kinds of music but he mostly loved the piano. We would listen to a song and he would smile so big and say how wonderful the music was. He had a passion for remote trains, planes, and cars. He loved movies; Sci Fi, Detective, Comedy, Spy, Adventure, and Action. I loved watching movies with him and watching his face light up when he liked something in the movie. He had a quirky, and joyful personality. He was so smart, brave and strong. He found joy in the little things. Whether he was sitting on the porch soaking up the sunshine, watching the wildlife go by, watching a movie, good food, breeze on his face, listening to music, singing or enjoying his friends and families company. He was truly a happy person, he was loved by so many. His positive outlook, generous spirit, and kind heart left an impression wherever he went. Pops your love and kindness touched the lives of everyone around you and your absence is deeply felt. There will not be a day that goes by that I will not miss you. I love you with all my heart always and forever. I love you infinity.
Your loving daughter
The family also wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the staff and residents at Discovery Village for their love, care, kindness and friendship they showed to Raymond, my Dad. They treated my Dad and myself like their family and I am forever grateful.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 12:30 PM at Grace Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home. Inurnment with military honors will take place directly after in the cemetery.
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