Raymond Joseph Elio - Age 77, was born on November 23, 1947 in Dover, NJ where he attended St. Mary's Grammar School and Morris Catholic High School.

He excelled in art and was granted admission to the New York Institute of Technology to further advance his talent. Ray served in the army where he spent two tours in Vietnam.

After his discharge, his avid interest in vintage cars led to applying his artistic talents to a career in automotive repair and restoration.

He was also a dealer in antiques and collectibles. He used his artistic expertise in the renovation of vintage pieces.

A resident of Gainesville, Florida since 1984, he will be remembered at a graveside service at Forest Meadows Military Garden of Honor.

Ray leaves his wife, Eleise, stepson Matthew Terreri and wife Maria, and stepson Michael Terreri.

"A limb has just fallen from the family tree.

Please hear my voice say "Grieve not for me".

Remember the best times, the laughter, the song, the good life l lived while I was still strong.

Remember me fondly, I'm counting on you.

Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through.

I am at ease, my soul is at rest.

Remembering all, how I truly was blessed.

Go on with your lives, don't worry at all.

Continue traditions, no matter how small.

I'll miss you dearly, but the veil is so thin, the time will come when we're together again".