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
Nancy G. Toscano 'G-Rydur' says:
October 6, 2009
Raymond was a sweetheart and I will never forget when I met him the first thing I noticed was his scent, we both used the same kind of musk oils from mother’s market. I will miss his genuine greeting hugs and our conversations of the arts I am an artist also & life. There was never a time I saw him without his big smile and the way he laughed when I told him silly jokes or funny comments. He spoke fondly of his family and loved riding. I wish I rode & saw more of him. Rest in peace Ray!
JAH LOVE
Nathan Stark says:
October 6, 2009
I’ll never forget his encouraging words and beautiful laughter. He was able to make you think and ponder, laugh and wonder…and the man could make some incredible jerked chicken! He will be loved and remember forever.
Be at peace, Ray.
Nick Hill says:
October 6, 2009
Ride in Peace!
Nikkanni Andrews McLennan says:
October 6, 2009
Blessed Be His Imperial Majesty Our Father Emperor Haile Selassie I who has called his Soldier Raymond home….Tami,I send you and your family Love and Strength during these difficult times…Although we have only been in each other’s company for a very short time, I felt the heartical vibrations emitting from You and the dance center….I knew at that moment that it wasn’t a coincidence…A “Healing” of ancient African dance will always be here for you to remind you of the those who have paved the way for You and your family to be here today….to keep you connected and grounded in the Roots and Culture of all Humanity…to release and free up your Spirit from all that keeps you in a dark place…Tami…I encourage you to Dance…”One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain” – Bob Marley. We are here for you Tami…
Majesties Love~
Nikkanni
Dundu I Samato West African Dance
Peter Lesnik says:
October 6, 2009
This is a sad time for all, but particularly for the family. Tami, kids and those of you who lived with, raised and loved Raymond, please know that there are many of us who knew him less but felt his humanity and joy of life. We will all miss him.