“Life was good yup!
GOD DAMMIT!!
Love you to the moon and back.
Okay bye I’m going to bed. 143.”
–Ray D
Ray D, 70, born In Worcester, MA passed away peacefully on November 19, 2016, in Indianapolis, IN. Okay, who are we kidding, he raised hell to the end.
He was preceded in death by his parents Orlando and Lena DiRienzo, and his beloved sister Diane Gentile. He is survived by his three girls Deena Ray DiRienzo, Kellie Pryor (Ray), and Jennifer Granito (Eric). Crazy grandpa Ray will be missed so much by his five grandchildren Zack, Kaelyn, Aiden, Miley, Edison (EJ), and his great granddaughter Abigail. He never failed to make the kids laugh.
He was both preceded and survived in death by many incredible friends and extended family, You are too many in number to mention here, but you know exactly who you are. Ray D cherished every moment with you. Whether you were playing golf, drinking at the watering hole, doing shots at a family gathering, having a cup of coffee, taking a morning stroll, or sitting on the front porch talking, the time he spent with you meant so much to him.
A memorial service will be held for Ray D on Saturday December 3, 2016, from 11am to 1pm, at:
Indiana Funeral Care & Crematory, Harry W. Moore Chapel
8151 Allisonville Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46250
Following the memorial, we will continue the celebration of Ray D’s life at a local watering hole. Ray D would have it no other way. The location will be determined.
Finny says
My condolences to all that loved Ray D.
Known Ray since 1971,had many adventures,travels,but mostly will miss how we laughed.if you Ray you know what I mean.
MaryStar Ely says
When Ray first came on hospice I was his nurse and I absolutely adored him. He made me laugh so much and was always so thankful. He liked a good pizza and a good cup of coffee of which I loved bringing to him. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
I’ll never forget ya Ray…Bada bing bada boom!