Raymond Coderre (August 21, 1945 - April 18, 2019)

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Raymond Coderre
  • August 21, 1945
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  • April 18, 2019

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After a courageous battle with cancer, Raymond R. Coderre died peacefully on April 18, 2019 in Ormond Beach, Florida at the age of 73. He was an honest, ethical and dedicated community member. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 51 years, former State Representative Elaine Coderre; his children whom he was so proud of, Bob Coderre and his wife Neicy, former State Senator Tom Coderre, Karen Barber and her husband Calvin; his six cherished grandchildren, Joey, Hannah, Jack, David, Calvin and Sashi; and his great granddaughter Elora Grace. Family was everything to him and he sacrificed much to make sure his children had a better life than he did.

Ray was born on August 21, 1945 in Providence to Russell and Emily Coderre, who both predeceased him. He grew up in a working class neighborhood in Pawtucket with his three brothers, Joe, Bill and Paul. He graduated Saint Raphael Academy in 1963 where he played football and spring track. He served six years in the Rhode Island National Guard and received an honorable discharge as a Specialist 4th Class. His assignments included Select Reserve Force Combat Engineer, the 118th Dump Truck Support Group, working in the motor pool, working at Camp Varnum, and building Buck Hill in Burrillville.

His first jobs were at Burger Chef in East Providence and Providence Braid Company however, most of his professional career was spent at the Jewelers Board of Trade where he was a business analyst for nearly 30 years. He was active in the National Association of Credit Mangers and was voted credit executive of the year in 1992. His favorite jobs were Newport Creamery where he was a store manger from 1968-1975 and the Rhode Island Auditor General’s Office where he was an auditor. While he started at Bryant University after graduating high school, he left due to family responsibilities. After raising his children, he returned to earn his Bachelor of Science degree in 1989 majoring in marketing. He was the first in his family to graduate from high school or college.

Ray was very active in his local community and was a member of the Junior Chamber of Commerce where he became the President of the Pawtucket Jaycees and District Director for the Rhode Island Jaycees. He received many local, regional and national awards including induction into the Unied States Jaycees Hall of Fame in 1981. However, his most treasured achievement was being named JCI Senator #27406 and life member in 1979, the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a member by Junior Chamber International for outstanding service to the organization. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus – Father Eamonn Gill Council 13018 at St. Brendan – the Navigator – Catholic Church in Ormond Beach and previously Delaney Council 57 in Pawtucket.

He was a fan of New England sports teams, especially the Boston Red Sox, the Pawsox and the New England Patriots. He and his wife vacationed every year at Sunrise Beach Club in Daytona Beach and chose to retire there in 2015. In retirement, he enjoyed attending the Daytona Tortugas baseball games, playing in the Greater Daytona Beach Senior Softball League, spending time at the YMCA, Senior Center and attending concerts, lectures and other events in the local area. He also continued to be active in the JCI Senate and attended meetings, conventions and other activities throughout Florida and on the east coast.

A memorial service will be held Friday, May 3rd at 5:45pm in St. Joseph Church at Holy Family Parish, 195 Walcott Street, Pawtucket. Family will greet visitors beginning at 5pm. A collation will be held immediately following the service in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 422 Post Rd #102, Warwick, RI 02888. Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society of Central & Southwest Florida is handling arrangements.

 

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  1. Jim Mercer says:
    29 Jul 2019
    Ray was a year ahead of me at Saint Ray's. We later worked together summers at Peter Karen Manufacturing in Lincoln. Ray was smart, funny, friendly and hardworking. We had many interesting conversations about Saint Ray's sports and the Red Sox. I later saw him occasionally at Newport Creamery on Pawtucket Avenue where he was manager. We could not speak long as he was always working so diligently. Our last conversation was in 1974 or so. The fact that I remember it more than 40 years later shows what a memorable person Ray was. Condolences to his family.

  2. Herb Teschke says:
    17 May 2019
    Ray Coderre was a true Jaycee from. start to finish.
    He ended as a Jaycee senator, the highest award a member can earn. At the time he became a Senator, there were 330,000 jaycees across this country, each and every year.
    Really will miss Ray.
    Herb Jeschke
    JC Senator #16540

  3. Janet & Carmine says:
    03 May 2019
    I admired Ray for the man and father his was, He will be missed. I truly enjoyed his stories and his financial advice for many many years.

  4. Gisele and Robert Pailthorpe lit a candle:
    02 May 2019
    Lit since May 2, 2019 at 5:26:28 PM

  5. Mary Jane and Chris lit a candle:
    01 May 2019
    Lit since May 1, 2019 at 5:03:29 PM

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    01 May 2019
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  7. Ana Medina lit a candle:
    01 May 2019
    Lit since May 1, 2019 at 5:40:06 PM

  8. Renee and Woody Hall says:
    01 May 2019
    We met Ray and Elaine when they moved in their house in Ormond Beach. We own a house across the street and spend time there throughout the year. What wonderful people. It was like having an extended family. We will miss Ray very much. He was the most cheerful person always. God bless Elaine and their wonderful family.

  9. The Rhode Island JAYCEE Alliance & JCI Senate * JAYCEE Alumni Association says:
    30 Apr 2019
    The Rhode Island JAYCEE Alliance ~ with the RI JCI Senate, JAYCEE Alumni and its Junior Chamber Network, extend their deepest thoughts of prayerful reflection and heartfelt sympathies of fraternal love & loyalty, to the families & friends of the late, beloved,  RAYMOND R. CODERRE.

     Our entire JAYCEE family from all ages, persuasions and backgrounds honor his outstanding service to family, country, commerce & community as an extraordinary model citizen, husband, father, friend and leader.

    Let us together petition Our Almighty & True GOD and Living Savior, to Bless 'RAY"  with such a memorable and outstanding legacy he offered to family, friends, country and community, into the Forever Kingdom of Glory - AMEN - ALLELUIA!

    With Eternal and Fraternal Love, We Are, the Rhode Island Junior Chamber ('JAYCEES') Alliance, (Rhode Island JCI Senate & JAYCEE Alumni Association).

  10. Russ M ARTIN says:
    30 Apr 2019
    MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE ENTIRE CODERRE FAMILY-MAY YOU FIND PEACE IN YOUR THOUGHTS OF RAY'S LIFE WHICH HE ENJOYED.I'VE KNOWN BOB FOR 40 YEARS & KNOW HE WILL MISS HIS DAD.RAY ALWAYS HAD A SMILE WHEN I SAW HIM & LOVED TO TALK ABOUT THE RED SOX WHO HE LOVED TO WATCH & ROOT FOR. MAY GOD'S BLESSINGS COMFORT YOU ALL
    RUSS MARTIN

  11. Henry P. Petcavage says:
    30 Apr 2019
    Ray had many good times at Saints,you will be remembered in my daily Prayers,my condolences to Elaine and the Family.God Bless you all. Henry P. Petcavage (Cat)

  12. BILL AND MARY says:
    30 Apr 2019
    RAY WAS A FINE GENTLEMAN AND FRIEND AND AS A MEMBER OF THE PAWTUCKET JAYCEES HE WAS A FOUNDER AND MOVING FORCE IN THE CREATION OF THE CHILDRENS MUSEUM IN PAWTUCKET. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH ELAINE AND RAY'S FAMILY ..

    BILL AND MARY LOU CATELLI

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    30 Apr 2019
    Lit since April 30, 2019 at 4:05:24 AM

  14. Laurie Scripsack says:
    30 Apr 2019
    TO Karen and her family, what a wonderful life he lead. I know Karen personally and her love for her Dad. Karen, you are such a wonderful person which I know is a tribute to your Dad. Love is surrounding you.

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    30 Apr 2019
    Lit since April 30, 2019 at 4:41:07 AM

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    30 Apr 2019
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  17. John wilcox says:
    30 Apr 2019
    R.I.P Ray you were a great friend to me and helped me out many times and for that I thank you.
    God Bless

  18. Kim & Beverly Newlin lit a candle:
    30 Apr 2019
    Lit since April 30, 2019 at 4:06:28 AM

  19. Kerri Wilcox posted an image:
    29 Apr 2019
    May your light always shine and guide your family. You will be forever missed. Love always Kerri
    May your light always shine and guide your family. You will be forever missed. Love always Kerri

  20. Kerri and John Wilcox lit a candle:
    29 Apr 2019
    Lit since April 29, 2019 at 4:52:52 PM

  21. William Thystrup posted an image:
    29 Apr 2019
    Breakfast with my extended family
    Breakfast with my extended family

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    29 Apr 2019
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    29 Apr 2019
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    29 Apr 2019
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  25. Kim Newlin posted an image:
    29 Apr 2019
    Ray enjoying Senate meeting
    Ray enjoying Senate meeting

  26. Gina Stanford says:
    29 Apr 2019
    Bob, Tom, Karen and family...

    Your father was a true testimony of what this world should be made of.... kindness, loyalty, trustworthiness. He was a great man with a big heart and a big smile and although I only met him a handful of times, I felt like I knew him forever. Prayers and blessings for you and your entire family. Let the love you shared live through all of those great memories that you have of a great man!!
    Love to you all,

    Bruce, Gina, and kids!!
    XXXXXXOOOOOO

  27. Dan and Maryann Lynch lit a candle:
    29 Apr 2019
    Lit since April 29, 2019 at 4:10:25 PM

  28. Donna O'Sullivan Hall says:
    29 Apr 2019
    Ray was a great man. His children have followed his example. My heart goes out to all of you. Elaine, God and Ray will watch over you. Bless all of you. May Ray rest in peace.

  29. Donna O'Sullivan Hall lit a candle:
    29 Apr 2019
    Lit since April 29, 2019 at 4:27:11 PM

  30. Lisa and Michael says:
    29 Apr 2019
    Remember the happy, remember the glad
    Most importantly let yourselves be sad.
    Let the tears flow don't hold them in, it's called grieving...and it's ok to begin
    Know your dad is in a safe place
    You all can now be at peace

  31. Lisa and Michael lit a candle:
    29 Apr 2019
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    29 Apr 2019
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  36. Janice Pappas says:
    29 Apr 2019
    He really was a great man and a true gentleman in every sense of the word. You will be missed my friend!! For the family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you!!

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