Raymond Anton McQueen
June 02, 1960 - September 30, 2009
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Raymond Anton McQueen
June 02, 1960 - September 30, 2009
Obituary
Raymond Anton McQueen, aged 49, was killed on Wednesday morning as he rode to work on his motorcycle. Raymond’s greatest legacy was the family whom he left behind: Ramar, age 22, Jahmal, age 19, Karessa, age 17, Tarae, age 12, Elijah, age 10 and his wife Tami. Raymond is survived by his father, Lloyd McQueen of Jamaica, two brothers and seven sisters. He and his family have lived in Mission Viejo for the past eight years.
Raymond was born and raised in Jamaica and came to the United States when he was 18 years old where he served in the US Army for four years. He never abandoned his ties to Jamaica and was well known for his tall stature and knee-length locks. He was a beautiful man who embraced his life motto of ‘One Love.’ His passion was always towards the ‘underdogs’, those who were treated unfairly and who were hurting.
Being gifted with an artistic nature from the time he was a small boy in Jamaica, he loved to design furniture and clothing, draw and drum. He brought his talents with him to the garment industry where he worked for the past 25 years. In recent years he spent much of his free time working on and riding his motorcycles.
Services to celebrate Raymond’s life will be held on Friday, October 9th, at 10:00am at the Laguna Hills Community Center, 25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills. There will be a viewing on Thursday, October 8th, 7:00pm-9:00pm at O’Connor Mortuary, 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills.
92 responses to Raymond Anton McQueen
Tawny Lee Thompson and family says:
October 8, 2009
Raymond was a beautiful man, and my heart goes out to you, his surviving family. Our family’s thoughts are with you during this horrible time, and please don’t hesitate to call or email if we can help in any way.
Angelica Bonifacio says:
October 9, 2009
Raymond, I will always honor the gift of friendship you gave to me and will always remember you as an alluring and generous soul. I have a message from Paula “Queen P” Pfotenhaur…she wishes that she could be here and sends her love. Rest well my friend. Until we meet again…
To Tami and kids, sending well wishes and thoughts of strength and love to you and the entire your family.
Angelica Bonifacio
Brian McLaughlin says:
October 9, 2009
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Always in our thoughts. Ride on friend.
Deborah Herndon says:
October 9, 2009
Psalm 34: 18 “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Dear Tami, Tarae, and Elijah…may you experience God’s peace and presence during this very difficult time. Raymond was a passionate, loving, creative person who made this world a better place. It was a privilege to know him. Raymond will be sorely missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Deborah Herndon
Dene Heath says:
October 9, 2009
Ray, it is a massive loss to everyone at Astars and beyond. RIP mate. Dene