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vera ann posted a condolence
Thinking of you once again..You are never far from my thoughts..I can hear your voice so clear..And i still see the way you'd close your eyes when you laughed at something really really funny..Nothing will ever feel the same again when i see a dj at a party or when April fools comes and i cant prank you...Thats right sucka, i used to get you good...love you ~ miss you ~
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Michelle posted a condolence
Can't believe it's been two years without you. Miss you SO MUCH STILL AND ALWAYS WILL!! xoxoxo
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Dad & Mom posted a condolence
Raymond
On the 2nd anniversary of Our Life Without You. The moment that you passed our hearts were torn in two, one side filled with heartache the other died with you. We often lie awake at night, when the world is fast asleep, and take a walk down memory lane, with tears upon our cheeks. Remembering you is easy, we do it everyday, but missing you is a heartache that never goes away. We hold you tighly within our HEARTS and there you will REMAIN.
We Miss You So Much
Dad & Mom xoxoxoxoox
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MOM posted a condolence
I look at your picture and I still cannot believe you are gone.... I am missing you today and wishing you were here to celebrate my birthday. Please be at PEACE. XOX
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Gloria Naparano posted a condolence
Dear Judi and family I am so sorry for your loss of Raymond. I know know much he meant to you and Lisa loved him dearly.
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vera ann posted a condolence
Happy Birthday Raymond...I cant tell you how much i miss your humor, we would laugh for hours..I listen to your voice on video clips and its almost surreal to me...there is a song by "Kansas" that says what i feel.. You know the one Ray.."CARRY ON THERE WAYWARD SUN..THEY'LL BE PEACE WHEN YOU ARE DONE..LAY YOUR WEARY HEAD TO REST... DONT YOU CRY NO MO'...
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Buck Brown posted a condolence
Happy Birthday Ray--our whole family misses you--especially Mario--i know he wishes you were here everyday--you were and still are very loved by so many people--I watched the video from one of our barbeques and I laughed so much!!
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Michelle posted a condolence
Happy Birthday Raymond. God how much I miss you. Seeing your smile on this page floods in such emotion for you. I choose to remember all those fun and happy moments we shared. Leaving voice mails for each other that only we would understand - enjoying the same songs or lines from a movie. You were always so witty and creative. I know your soul is happy now - I can feel it. I know you also feel the pain we go through as we still grieve over losing you in this world. I love when you come to me in my dreams and hug me, thank you. I love the connection we still have in the spiritual realm. So nice to be with you there....here. I feel it now. Birthday's probably don't mean much now where you are, but just a special moment in time to remember you and honor your life. Love you bro, forever, Michelle
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VERA ANN posted a condolence
IT IS 2010, AND WE WILL START ANOTHER NEW YEAR WITHOUT YOU..I THINK OF YOU ALL THE TIME..
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Michelle posted a condolence
Last night Brielle put on the DVD you made of her and we all watched it. Seeing you, alive and well, broke my heart all over again. I miss you so much and still wish you were here. I know on some other level beyond the body you still exist, but it's not the same. Much peace to you bro, BUG HUGS!!
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MOM posted a condolence
I miss you so much. I'll never get over losing you....
Please be at Peace. xoxoxoox
Love Forever
MOM
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Jason Citro posted a condolence
Sadly, the last few years Ray and I have lost touch. When I learned of his passing everything stood still. I owe so much to Ray. He was always there to motivate me. Ray's faith in me pointed me in the most important directions of my career. All past and future success, I owe to him. Until we meet again my friend.
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vera ann posted a condolence
HALLOWEEN IS ALMOST HERE AND MY THOUGHTS ARE ON YOU..WE HAD SOOO MANY LAUGHS ABOUT MY HALLOWEEN ANTICS...MISS U
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Sandra Frambach posted a condolence
I am thinking of you and your family at this time. You are truly missed Raymond. May you be at peace.
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Brielle Facciollio posted a condolence
Dear uncle ray,
you were the best uncle anyone could have.Even now people are still saying how much they miss you, and i hope you know that people still miss you and so do I! I love you sooooooo much and i miss you.
from your favorite nese,
Brielle <3xoxoxoxox
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Dad & Mom posted a condolence
Raymond we miss you so much. Time does not heal all. I pray for you every day that you are at Peace and that in someway You can also help all us find PEACE. We will always Love You.
Love
Dad & Mom
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Vera Ann posted a condolence
I thought of putting something in the paper for you on the 20th, but soon realized i speak to you so much , why would i have to publicize my mourning for you? All the people i care for already know my feelings, so i decided not to...I do miss you terribly and cant believe its 1 year almost...If you can do anything from heaven i would ask you to send some comfort to your mom ,dad and sisters. there lives are forever changed..i love you Ray, but you already know that..I have a dear friend in heaven named Sue Tarricone..look her up, you will love her as i do...xxoo Vera Ann
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Michelle posted a condolence
Hey Bro,
Almost a year and still can't believe you're not here on the earth with us. A friend of mine called me 2 weeks ago just before she attempted suicide. I was her last call. I asked you for help. She's alive today and working on getting some help. Thanks Bro. I guess if you couldn't help yourself here you could now help others from the otherside. It's nice to know you're using your gifts now. And thanks for the dream the other night. At first I was mad at you when you appreared. You were just sitting across from me smiling (and what's up with the black satin jacket? lol). It took about 5 seconds for me to drop the anger and just hug you. I REALLY miss you A LOT RAYMOND. It's hard on us right now so if you could somehow comfort us during this time that would be great. The kids miss you too, terribly. They don't understand, not that us adults do either. Still haven't been to the grave. Maybe I'll go on the 20th. There's something in me that still just can't accept you're gone. I miss you, I love you little brother, you are forever in my heart and soul xoxoxo
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Mom & Dad posted a condolence
When people tell me they know who we feel - they do not have a clue - the pain will always be there - it does not go away - your missed every single day. We miss you so much. Love Mom & Dad xox
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vera ann posted a condolence
i think of you all the time, and a huge smile appears on my face. i try not to be sad, its very hard but im working on it. if i didnt love you so much it would be much easier and as hard as i try , that 3 letter word haunts me.. why.
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MOM posted a condolence
All of our family and friends have become so much closer.
A BLESSING FROM AN ANGEL....
I miss you and sometimes I can hear your key in the door or you walking up the steps and especially sitting across from me at the kitchen table sipping your coffee. I am missing YOU so much. I LOVE YOU.
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MOM
XOXOXOXOXOXO
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vera ann posted a condolence
DEAR RAYMOND,
I WENT TO VISIT YOU TODAY. I NEVER DREAMED IN A MILLION YEARS ID BE VISITING YOU AT YOUR GRAVE..IT FEELS SO UNREAL FOR ME STILL. I THINK OF YOU EVERY SINGLE DAY. SOME DAYS I SHED A TEAR AND SOME DAYS I DONT. ALL MY THOUGHTS OF YOU ARE WITH THE BEST MEMORIES ANYONE CAN ASK FOR AND THAT I WILL TREASURE FOREVER. YOU MADE ME LAUGH EVERYTIME WE WERE TOGETHER. I CANT BELIEVE ITS OVER. I STILL HAVENT ACCEPTED IT YET. TOO SOON I GUESS. YOU WERE THE DJ AT EVERY PARTY I OR MY FAMILY EVER HAD, IT WILL NEVER BE THE SAME FOR ME AT THE NEXT PARTY, NO WAY NO HOW. REMEMBER EVERY APRIL FOOLS DAY I WOULD GET YOU GOOD, UNTIL YOU WERE OLD ENOUGH TO KNOW BETTER. YOU WOULDNT EVEN ACCEPT A CALL FROM ME THAT DAY, JUST SO I COULDNT "GET YA".. JUST THIS PASSED APRIL FOOLS MICHELLE TOLD YOU I WANTED TO GET TOGETHER WITH THE BOTH OF YOU , AND YOU SAID, "FUCK NO" IM NOT DOING ANYTHING WITH VERA ON APRIL FOOLS DAY...LOL SO MANY THINGS HAVE CHANGED NOW. SUCH SADNESS ABOUT THINGS THAT WERE ONCE HYSTERICAL. BOY, I COULD WRITE A BOOK ON ALL OUR LAUGHS. THAT IS WHAT I HOLD CLOSE TO MY HEART. THANK YOU FOR ALL THOSE LAUGHS AND MEMORIES. EVERY-TIME I WATCH MY WEDDING VIDEO, YOUR IN THE ENTIRE THING FROM BEGINNING TO END. I WILL ALWAYS HAVE THAT AS WELL.. BE HAPPY SWEET RAYMOND AND BE AT PEACE AT LAST..
LOVE YOU SO MUCH VERA ANN
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MOM posted a condolence
Spending Thanksgiving without you.:>(
I thought of you the entire day. I spent time looking at your belongings, touching, holding, trying to smell your scent. Many of your friends and our family contacted us for comfort us. When we went for dinner Daddy said a beautiful prayer happy for those who were there and knowing that your spirit and that the sprirt of others were also with us. Did Grandpa do the cooking??? I hope your day is peaceful.
I miss you and LOVE you.
MOM
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOOX
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Christine Cortes posted a condolence
Raymond,
It's been such a long time since we last saw each other. My spirit was very moved to hear that you found yourself in such a dark and lonely place. All I could remember were the years we spent in St. Paul.
How we played in the parking lot behind the school. As a child, you used to pull my pigtails and run away. As an adolescent you stirred up the student body during our student council meetings. I barely got to know you as a man, but I'm sure you lived with the same free spiritedness you emanated as a child. These are the memories I hold dear.
My prayers of love and peace this Thanksgiving day are with you and your famiy.
loving wishes,
A childhood friend,
Christine
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Nancy Cortes posted a condolence
WOW!!!!! My prayers are always with you we will meet again. Love, Nancy
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Michelle O'Neill posted a condolence
My birthday passed and you were suppposed to be here. At least that's what the momentum of my mind tells me. But you're not here, at least not physically. And I miss you incredibly!
I was only 16 months old when you were born. I remember people always asking, "Are they twins?" Remember when kids just used to play with each other - alot? That was me and you - we played with dolls (yes Barbie and Planet of the Apes together) - remember when Barbie had a baby and it was a Weeble?, we colored, played checkers, cards (sometimes for money, sometimes for money outside on the steps, lol), pushed each other on our chalk-lined driveway in the red wagon like it was a race course, the sweater game! - running around the house having to hit each other with our school uniform sweater until Mom came home from work, ate baked beans out of a can under a tent in the rain, played Atari old school style for hours, packed all the snow into a pile then climbed the backyard tree and fell into the pile until the time you took the branch down with you - I remember running over to you as you lay on your back and you said, 'That was awesome', lol, then we did it again from another branch. How about the time when it snowed and I sat on top of that kid and punched him until he said he was sorry for bothering you - now he's like 6ft tall and last time I saw him I said, "Remember when I kicked your ass as a kid for bothering my brother?" lol, he laughed as he remembered it was true! Of course you did the same for me with your karate kicks in 2nd grade when some boy 2 years older than you was bothering me at St. Paul's - you yelled, "Leave my sister alone!" We loved and protected each other on this earth plane. This is why it pains me so much that I was so helpless to your inner demons. I was no match for them to protect you as much as I tried. And now you're on the other side and I know you're still loving and protecting me, probably more than you could on earth. And I am still loving you too Raymond, deeply. I feel like I lost my twin soul brother and at the same time I still feel our connection.
When I get depressed over you not being here I feel for YOU and the darkness that must've clouded your clear seeing, and I cry for the pain you must've experienced in order to have been so far away from your true self. That feeling of separation is hell - I told you that when we spoke the Saturday before you died. I'm glad you're not in hell anymore. I'm glad for you that you're at peace.
Of course there are days where I am very depressed over you not being here. The pain is so intense that I tend to numb out and just want to escape it. But no matter what, it returns, sometimes stronger than before. And then in my own quiet time, when no one is around, it comes, and I allow myself to feel the hugeness of this pain over the loss of you not being here physically. Losing you is a tremedous loss to a lot of us and yes at times we're pissed the hell off with you, but above it all we love you. I love you, always will my brother. I believe our souls were together before this lifetime and will be together again in the human form - I'll find you (I always found you at hide-and-seek and I'll find you again).
Thank you for coming into my dreams now and then. The hug I asked for really felt good. And when I call out to you you're always here. I feel your presence strongly and it feels so good, like you're still here. I hope others can experience this as well as it is very comforting.
Till then my sweet brother, peace out. ANIMAAAAAAAAAALLLL!!!! Make ya say HUH!
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Lisa Mardo-Diaz posted a condolence
3 months later and it's not getting easier.. Raymond what am I gonna do? The holidays are coming and Your not hear. I always looked forward to having fun with you. I don't even want to celebrate anything. My heart is so broken. A part of me died too. I hope you took it with you. I wish I could hug you. This is the absolute hardest experience that I ever went through. I don't know what I'm doing half of the time. I wish my life could just go back to normal. But what the heck is normal anyway??? I just miss the crap out of you EVERYDAY. I watch everyone suffer because your not around. But If you are truely happy now then I am ok with that. I will take the pain for your happiness anyday. I love you always
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vera ann posted a condolence
hi ray, im having a bad day today. if you only knew what the domino effect would cause to the people you love and who love you, you would still be here. im sad and angry today.. im crying so hard i cant even type anymore . why why why why
missing you,
vera ann
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Mario Panicucci posted a condolence
To My 2nd Mom, Dad
& 2 Sisters,
This is my first time sitting down to write something to Ray. This has been the hardest time in my life I have had to deal with a loss. The closest thing to this is when I lost my father, I was younger then and I am still always mourning for him to this day. I can only imagine what you guys are going through at this time of sorrow. I worry about you guys. I try to come over as much as I can, but I feel sad seeing all of you because I don't know what to say sometimes. I don't want things from Ray accept his happy memories. But, I did accept things from his family because it is a part of him I will be able to associate with, so thank you for anything that you have given me. Everyday is a challenge for me to get out of bed and take care of my children & family. But I know I must do it because they depend on me to support them. I am deeply saddened by the loss of my best friend, my brother, my confidant, and just a soul I needed to be here to get me through this lifetime on earth. I was Ray’s closest true friend and brother. No one knew him better or closer than I did other than Lisa. We both knew Ray on a deeper level than anyone else; sometimes we would finish each other thoughts. We would love to joke around with each other and quote movies all day long. I was Ray’s biggest fan just as much I believe he was mine. We always supported each other’s dreams and aspirations. We never questioned what we wanted to do, we just did it together or we just backed each other up. Ray was one the most talented and creative people I ever knew. The only problem Ray had was that I wish he believed it in himself as much as we all did. Ray lacked the confidence in himself, he never trusted his inner self, and he was always looking for reassurance from every where around him, when it was in his soul the whole time. I knew that all his books and scripts were great but that was never good enough. He needed to hear it from some book publisher or director it was great. Ray why couldn’t you’ve been here a little bit longer? We still had our comeback of Natural Attraction at 40 that we just spoke about. We weren’t done yet. Every thought of my future always included you Ray. All my memories, happy or sad always included Ray. I made you Frankie’s Godfather for a reason, not to leave him with no Godfather. My Godfather just died a year ago; I was able to still have him there for my great moments in my life, now Frankie will never know that. You don’t know what you did to us by leaving like you did. I need answers and I will never get them. Ray I wish you were here so I just could tell you I love you. I always did say it to you like a good brother should. You only told me when you had a few drinks in you, which was rarely. I always knew you did, you showed me. I wish whatever real pain you had Ray I could of helped you through this, I tried to help you to see someone for advise or for guidance but you refused it. Nothing in my eyes warranted what you did to yourself; nothing was so bad that some time passing and God couldn’t have healed. Ray I miss you, everyday I feel like calling you to tell you to come over, but I can’t. Your number will forever be on my phone I will never erase it like I will never erase the memory of you from me & my families’ life. My morning breakfast will never be the same without you. It was a special time we shared together at least 2 to 3 times a week. I love you so much Ray, please say hello to my family on the other side. Tell them I’ll be home soon. I wish I could wake up from this nightmare and just see you and talk to you again. “Ray my sister really likes you!�
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VerAnn posted a condolence
judi,
In each of our lives, for whatever reason, there are times that we are faced with things that just don't make sense to us. And the more we struggle to understand our hardships, the less any of it makes sense.
I have found that in every challenge and obstacle that we are faced with , there *can* be good that can come from it! While it's almost never easy to identify, I assure you that it is there lying dormant just waiting for us...its what raymond would want for us... i want to spend my days looking for positives in my life.. you should too.. but it can be sooo hard right now. i just want you to know you have a support system behind you that you dont even know about or realize. me and my family love you and will do anything for you, to help you heal from this..
vera ann
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vera ann posted a condolence
RAYMOND,
I MISS YOU VERY MUCH. WE HAD SOME GREAT TIMES FILLED WITH LAUGHTER AND FUN. I JUST REALIZED THAT IVE KNOWN YOU SINCE YOU WERE 7 YEARS OLD. THAT IN ITSELF IS SOMETHING SPECIAL. A 32 YEAR FRIENDSHIP IS NOT COMMON NOW A DAYS. IM SORRY YOU WERE IN SO MUCH PAIN. IM SORRY YOU COULDNT FIND ANOTHER WAY OUT. I MISS YOU. I WANT TO TOUCH YOU AND TALK TO YOU, AND LAUGH WITH YOU. YOU WENT TO GREAT MEASURES TO FIND YOUR PEACE, AND I KNOW GOD HAS GIVEN TO YOU WHAT YOU'VE BEEN SEARCHING FOR, SIMPLY BECAUSE YOU DESERVE IT, AND I KNOW YOUR WITH HIM. I LOVE YOU SO SO MUCH, AND I FEEL GOOD BECAUSE I BELIEVE YOU KNEW I LOVED YOU TOO.
MISSING YOU,
VERA
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Anthony Amore & Family posted a condolence
Our deepest condolences to the Mardo family in the loss of your son and brother. Rest in peace Ray. God bless and keep you.
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Michelle O'Neill posted a condolence
My daughter Raschel wrote this in school on 9/10/08 for an assignment on "Someone Special"...
Someone special in my life is - my Uncle Ray
This person is very special to me because - He's my uncle and I love him very much even though he's not with me. Well actually he always is with me in my heart and in good and sometimes bad memories.
A special time I had with him/her was - a nice time I had with him is when me and him went to the Preakness Mall and we had the best time. (Another time) We went to Dave & Busters and we saw a movie in 3-D and we went shopping.
Three things I enjoy doing most with my special person are - 1.) riding in his car 2.) being with him 3.) going shopping together
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Dad & Mom posted a condolence
Raymond,
It has been one month and we miss you very much - we always will. We pray for you every day that you found peace. God Bless You Always
Love
Dad & Mom
XOXOXOXOXOXO
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obituaries.com posted a condolence
August 24, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Mardo:
We are so sorry for your loss. Ray was a wonderful person.
Love, Dina Altonjy & Michelle Lewicki
Dina Altonjy (Frasco) (Little Falls, NJ)
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August 23, 2008
Judi and Ray
My sincerest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Beth Veraldo (Warwick, NY)
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August 23, 2008
Judi, Ray:
My heart feels for all of you in this dificult moment. May God be with you.
Carmen Colom (prospect park, NJ)
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obituaries.com posted a condolence
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August 25, 2008
Ray, Judi:
My Deepest Sympathy in your time of sorrow. Blessings
Mary Ann Kolakovic (Elmwood Park, NJ)
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August 25, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Mardo,
My deepest sympathy to you & your family. I was shocked and saddened to hear about Ray's passing. (We graduated the same year from JFK.) Although I lost touch with Ray over the years, I will always remember him for being a such a wonderful person. He will be sadly missed by many. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Susan Tahmoosh (Basking Ridge, NJ)
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August 25, 2008
Mr & Mrs. Mardo & Lisa,
I am so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Ray in a long while, but I'll always remember the fun and laughs when he was a Star DJ. He was always a thoughtful and kind person who was liked by all. I am so saddened by this news. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Russo-Malzone (NJ)
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August 25, 2008
RAY..JUDI..AND FAMILY ..I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS..YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS...RICK & JACQUE JOHNSON
RICK JOHNSON (TOMS RIVER, NJ)
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August 25, 2008
Our deepest condolences. We were away for the weekend and did not return until Monday, when we learned of your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bish and JoAnn Sayegh (Fair Lawn, NJ)
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August 25, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
diana heinzelman (totowa, NJ)
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August 25, 2008
I'm sorry that I couldn't be there. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Debbie
Debbie DeFeo (Mooresville)
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August 24, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. I worked with Ray at Star DJ's 14 years ago. He was a great guy.
Bob Albrecht (Hackettstown, NJ)
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August 24, 2008
Dear Ray and Judi,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences and prayers. We widh we could be with you at this difficult time, but we are away. Judi I think of you often and the fun we had a lifetime ago in Wildwood. Where do the years go? Hope to talk to you soon. Sincerely,
The Evelina's
Tom Jr., Kim, Jay, Brianna, Dana and Andrew
Tom Evelina (Garwood, NJ)
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August 24, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Mardo,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Ray was like a brother to me.
With love
Jay Lopez (Kissimmee, FL)
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obituaries.com posted a condolence
September 10, 2008
Dear Ray, Judi, Aunt Mary & Uncle Raymond,
We would like to express our sincere sympathy at your time of sorrow.
Georgette(Sayegh) & John Lepore
Georgette Lepore (Madison, CT)
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September 4, 2008
To My Mother, My Father, My Sister Michelle and My Brother Raymond.
I have been so blessed to have a family like you. Mom and Dad I can't imagine the pain you feel. I wish I could do something to take it away. One of the best things about Raymond was his funny sense of humor.So when you want a quick laugh or smile just think of something funny he did. That helps me for about a minute. If I need something else to put my mind at ease. I open up the Bible and read Romans 5:8 or John 3:16 or John 3:36..... No matter what life throws at us always remember God will only give us what we can handle.
Thanks for being good parents to us. All families go through good and bad times. But one thing our Family has is LOVE for eachother. Love goes a long way. Our family is so amazing. I thank God for all of my Family. We have been through so much and are very strong and will continue to stay strong. If one falls the other is there to put out there hand to help them up. That's what family is about. Being there for eachother and LETTING them be there for you.
Michelle, I Love You and so does Raymond. Whenever you want to smile. Think of the time you and Raymond scared me when you guys where trying to slam eachother in the bathtub. I cried when I saw your nose bleeding. But everyone must know Michelle WON that match.
Raymond, I miss u Tremendously. Words can't even express it but you know how I feel anyway. We always told eachother. Big Bro u will always be my SpiderMan. Super Heros live forever....Hold a spot for me up in Heaven. Till we meet again my Brother I WILL ALWAYS LOVE AND MISS YOU. LOVE FOREVER YOUR LITTLE SISTER LISA love u.. ps always watch over your Newphew and nieces please. Just like you always did..Rest in Peace tihs stun
Lisa Mardo-Diaz (Little Falls, NJ)
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September 3, 2008
Dear Judy, Ray Michele, Lisa & family,
Im sorry we could not be there during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Raymond was a terrific guy. I just am taken back by the news. If there is anything I can do please call me. Michael & Amy Aldi
Michael Aldi (Wayne, NJ)
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September 3, 2008
I would just like to express my condolences to Ray's family. I was a member of an online group that Ray belonged to and he will be missed. God bless.
Sandra Dorsey (Riverview, FL)
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September 2, 2008
Just wanted to stop by and offer condolences. I was a member of an online community he belonged to. I wish you and your family prayers and comforts. God bless...
Michael Anthony (Mays Landing, NJ)
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September 2, 2008
Ray and I were members of an online group together. He will always be remembered for his kindness and his willingness to help anyone who needed it. He was a genuinely good guy.
I am sorry for your loss, please accept my condolences
Michael Shook (Cathedral City, CA)
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September 2, 2008
DEAR , MR & Mrs Mardo. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.Ray and I where best of friends,like brothers.I will never forget the good times we had and he will always be in my thoughts.
Giovanni &Dawn Burrafato (Bushkill, PA)
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September 1, 2008
Ray was a great guy. All my interactions showed him to be funny, interesting, and always kind. He will be missed.
Michael Williamson (Washington, DC)
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August 30, 2008
Ray, Judi, Michelle, Lisa
Frank and I are so sorry to hear about Ray. He was such a great kid. I'll always remember the fun and laughs we had when he was a DJ, he always got the fun going at family gatherings. He will be truly missed. I wish we could've been there for you, but our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chris and Frank Otterbine (Cocoa, FL)
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August 26, 2008
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Nardo and his sister Lisa:
I would like to first express my deepest condolences at this time of great sadness. I had the honor of meeting your son and brother on Monday August 18th.
My name is Kimberly and I am the assistant director for the Chubb Institute in Parsippany. Raymond requested some information for our Graphic Design and Animation program about two weeks ago and I called him back immediately. I call and meet with so many people daily but our conversation really stood out. Ray was ready for a change.. and he was excited that I called him right away. He told me that he has been in the music industry for years and has done really well for himself but lately the industry was not as good as it used to be. He also told me about his talent for design and how creative he was. Raymond also mentioned he has wanted to do this for years but was afraid to move forward. I said "Ray what are you afraid of? Change? more Success? " and he said you know what Kimberly..maybe I am, but not anymore!" So I said " well come in right now!" It was about 7:30 at night and he was in the middle of a job, so he could not come in, but he came for the next opening I had available. I spent about two hours with Raymond, he told me everything he likes, dislikes, what his goals were, his education background where he can see himself in ten years and rated his level of committment to his education and himself a 10. I was honored to recommend his acceptance to my director but Raymond got nervous and said he had to think about it, he was not sure he wanted to move forward with school. So I said, you know what Raymond you gave me a million reasons why you need to do this and no reasons why you shouldn't. And he said "Kimberly, I just want to absorb this information, I am really impressed with the school and the curriculm, I just want to take everything in." So, I said fair enough Ray, go home take the catalog and call me when you are serious about making a change. He said ok and left. About 15 minutes later Ray called me from his home and told me he was ready. I could not believe it, that has never happened before. He told me he waited long enough. I congratulated him on making an investment in his future and demanded that he came back right away before he changed his mind (laughing). And he did! Everyone was excited for him, two of my reps shook his hand, because I told the whole office the story. So with that being said, I was shocked when he did not return any of my calls.
I am so happy that I had the opportunity to meet Raymond. As I said, before students call me all the time and I sometimes take for granted the amount of courage it must have took for them to make that call. I am so happy to be in this business and have the opportunity to learn from real people with real stories. He will truly be missed and I will never forget your son and your brother.
With deepest sympathy, Kimberly J.
Kimberly J (West Orange, NJ)
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Dawn Burrafato posted a condolence
I just wanted to say sorry to Mr. and Mrs. Mardo, Michelle and Lisa. I met your son/brother 18 years ago, when I met my husband Giovanni. Giovanni and Ray were very close and Ray became such an important part of my life as well. The first time my husband spoke to me, Ray was there at Libby's. We even lived in the same condo complex, because of Ray. He was like Giovanni's brother, but to me he was a best friend. We watched each others houses when away on vacation. He was always there to listen. Our children even called him Uncle Ray, because he meant that much to us. Four years ago Ray was the DJ at my sisters wedding. He was incredible! I will always remember his kindness, He truly accepted me into their circle. I just wanted to let you know that we hold the fondest memories of your son/brother and he will always be a member of our family and in our hearts forever. I am deeply saddened by your loss. One day we will all be together again. We will love him always. Giovanni, Dawn, Lucia (Lucy) and Carmelo Burrafato.
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Lisa Mardo posted a condolence
Sorry I forgot one very important thing. May all these candles burn brite enough to never leave you in the dark. I love you I just wanted am excuse to write to you again. I MISS yOU SO MUCH
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Lisa Mardo-Diaz posted a condolence
To my BIG Brother,
You are missed by so many people that love you. I am glad to have had you as a Brother. Anyone that knows us knows that's the truth. I love you and miss you so much. There isn't a minute that goes by and your not on my mind. If I could turn back the hands of time I would. Maybe nothing would change. Maybe somethings couldn't be changed. But at least I would see you again. My heart is broken in pieces and feels almost empty. You weren't just my Brother you were my friend. One of my Best friends. Since we can't go back in time. Then I look forward to seeing you in HEAVEN. I am so happy that you started going with me to church. Watching you get closer to God was an experience I will never forget. My faith is even stronger now than ever. Even when you weren't trying. You were still teaching your little Sister something. Thank you for being THE BEST BROTHER and FRIEND in the WORLD. I will always and forever love you. By far you were one of my favorite people and still are and always will be.. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER... Love you always your sister and friend Lusious Lisa(lol) aka Beanzie
An Invitation to Heaven for everyone.
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Marines Camacho posted a condolence
Raymond you will be missed by so many I was around you for so many years you became family. May you rest in peace
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Cousin Rich & Donna Gerro, Burbank, CA posted a condolence
Dear Cousins Ray and Judi, we are so sad to hear of the passing of your son Raymond. May he rest in peace with the Lord. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cousins Rich & Donna Gerro
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Chris and Frank posted a condolence
Rest in peace Raymond, always know you will live forever in the hearts of your family and friends. God bless and keep you.
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Mia King posted a condolence
One more thing Raymond, I will cherrish the last time I spoke with you, which was when we were having a dinner/snack at St. Joseph's Hospital while visiting sitto 08-18-2008. I love you and you'll always live in my heart. Every christmas, I'll think of your "happy Quanza" quote. I do have that video tapped. miss you. Mia.
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Mia king posted a condolence
My cousin Raymond was the epitomy of laughter. His razor sharp wit and sense of humor what was an energy that preceded him and is legendary. I don't know anyone like him. Thinking of him brings a smile to my face everytime whether I am in the midst of overwhelming stress,a situation that I can't make sense of, in the midst of crying or just feeling silly. He was the I-ching of advice no matter what the situation was. I remember so many conversations with him. He was my hero. I remember bragging about him to my friends all of the time. I especially remember your famous line to me " what's up Cuz" every time he would see me. I would always bump into him at Barnes and Noble. I wish this was just a bad dream and I would wake up and be able to hug you and say "Thank God Your Alive, lets go to Callucci's with Giddo>" But I can't anymore. So I'll just pretend you still alive and talk to you like your still here. I know you are in spirit. I love you. Cuz. always. I wish you told me what you were going through. I miss you. you are one of a kind. Love forever, your cuz Mia.
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guy zodda posted a condolence
the news i heard today just shocked me i have known ray for many years met him through my brother roberto..we became good friends he use to dj at my club still in shock .... you';ll be missed my firend
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Mike Cullen posted a condolence
I stumbled upon your obituary and was shocked to learn that you are gone.
I remember hanging out with you on Arlington Avenue. Bandanas, black t-shirts, The Clash,etc.
You were a nice guy. I am sorry to see you left so soon. Rest in peace.
Mike Cullen
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Diane Russo-Malzone posted a condolence
I am shocked and saddened by Ray's passing. I haven't seen Ray in a long while, but I'll always have fond memories of his outgoing personality and jokes. He was a thoughtful guy who was like by all. I am so sorry for your loss.
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The DeFeo's posted a condolence
We will always remember the good times we had through out the years. Especially our voice mails to each other. (Flush, Flush...) May you rest in peace.
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Donna Argenta posted a condolence
Dear Judi, Ray, and family, My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Lisa Brosnan posted a condolence
Dear Mrs. Mardo, I'm so terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your son Raymond at such a young age. I will always remember how nice you and Michelle and Raymond were to me when I was a little girl at St. Paul's and my thoughts and prayers are with your family. With Sympathy, Lisa Brosnan (daughter of John & Joyce Brosnan)
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Nanette Tedeschi DiPetrillo posted a condolence
Dear Judy & Ray....I'm so very sorry for your devastating loss...Only someone that has walked in your shoes truly knows the heartache you bear...Please take care and know an old friend truly cares...
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Jay Lopez posted a condolence
Dearest friend,
I will always remember and cherish all the laughs,memories and ups and downs that we shared together. You were like a brother to me and will be in my heart forever. "Pisces"
Jay Lopez
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vera posted a condolence
too many to mention. i loved him very very much. enjoy that hot pepper sandwich story with god and the angels
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Marie O'Neill Loughlin posted a condolence
Dear Ray, Judi, Michelle, and Lisa,
Heart broken for all of you. I will always remember Raymond as a gentle soul with a warm and greeting manner and keen sense of humor.
As God holds Raymond in the palm of His hand, may we watch over you, bless and strengthen you. Love, Marie
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Cathi & John Conti posted a condolence
Ray and Judy - We are so sorry for the lose of your son. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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iacovo family posted a condolence
Dear Mardo Family:
Our deepest condolences for your devastating loss. Our hearts and prayers go to your family and may god protect you and your family in this sad time. RIP Ray.
Love,
John, Connie, Gabriela & Giovanni Iacovo
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Aunt Virginia,Uncle Chris,Jesse and Jordan posted a condolence
My dear sweet Raymond,I will always remember telling you and the cousins stories when you were little in the dark.How you loved that!I don't know how your parents and sisters will ever get through this.I pray that you will watch over us and keep us together to comfort one another.Heartbroken,we pray for you.Rest in peace,Raymond.Love,Aunt Virginia
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Gerro Family from Burbank, CA posted a condolence
Dear Cousins Ray and Judi and our dear family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our young cousin, Ray. We remember the good hearted young gentleman who came to visit in California a few years ago. We were looking forward to his return visit soon. May God give the whole family strength to deal with this great loss. May God keep young Ray and give him everlasting life. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
John, Marsha, Michael, George and Aunt Yvonne
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PAUL AND YVONNE IANNIZZOTTO posted a condolence
OUR DEAR COUSINS. OUR THOUGHT ARE WITH YOU ALL. WE ARE DEVISTATED BY YOUR LOSS AND OUR COUSIN.RAY AND I WERE PLANNING TO DO SOMETHING SPECIAL NEXT YEAR, BECAUSE OUR BIRTHDAYS ARE THE SAME. HE PLANNED TO COME TO CALIFORNIA THIS YEAR AND JUST MADE A SIDE DETOUR TO HEAVEN. I MISS YOU RAY AND NEVER WILL FORGET YOU IN THE SHORT TIME WE REALLY GOT TO KNOW YOU. COUSIN YVONNE IS TRUELY UPSET AND MISSES YOU. ALL WE DID WAS LAUGH WHEN WE WERE TOGETHER. WE KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVED LAGUNA BEACH AND HOW BEAUTIFUL IT IS, JUST LIKE YOUR HEART AND SOUL. REST IN PEACE OUR DEAR COUNI.I LOVE YOU. COUSIN PAUL AND COUSIN YVONNE.
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Brother there are times where I just wish we could hang out over a few “Cold ones”....”NICE COLD ONES”...and head out for a “LITTLE ACE”!!
The shenanigans we pulled off with Mario, Chet, Tango, and even just the two of us were classic for sure! I pray that you and our friends are having a blast in heaven man. Thank you for being there for me when I needed you, and most of all for being my friend. I look at my four sons now and sometimes some of their antics remind me of us. God Bless You Ray, I miss you my brother.
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Brielle posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2020
Hi Uncle Ray,
With all that's going on right now you've been at the peak of my mind. Each time I learn something new about you I can't help but be baffled by how similar we are. Even though I've only known you on this earth for about 10 years, I feel as if now we are so deeply connected. I've come to you many times over the past years for advice, and I wish now that I was able to give some of that back to you. You've helped me grow into the person I am today. I know you are with me and watching over me every day, but I've come so far from where I was. I am much more confident, independent, driven, and most importantly I'm learning to love my true self. I can't help but thank you for being by my side to guide me along this journey. I'm now ready to graduate college and move on to getting my MBA, and I know you'll be by my side through all of it.
It saddens me that you're physically not here and that our family, myself included, has an immense amount of pain that will never go away. Even though you're in a better place rid of your fears, pain, and suffering, selfishly I just wish you were still here. I know I say "everything happens for a reason", and it seems to me that there's something positive from everything, but with this, I just can't figure out the reason. One day this will all make sense to me but until then I won't stop believin'.
Until we meet again, I love you to the moon and back,
Brielle xoxo
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Brielle Facciollio posted a condolence
Monday, May 16, 2016
Uncle Ray,
Hey I just wanted to let you know that I wrote this story in your memory today for my English class, and it really got me thinking. I know that you're always with me (probably because of me constantly bugging you aha), and that you're always watching out for me. I also wanted to let you know how I am better now and that I want to thank you for being there during my rough times. I don't know what I would do without you guiding me. Thank you for truly believing in me and my talents (that I must've got from you). Whether it be art, writing, or filming, you always were proud to show off my things (even if I wasn't). But thank you for pushing me to my fullest and to be a better person over all.
I've also been meaning to come visit you, sorry I haven't gotten the chance to yet. But I will!! Oh and hey I forgot to tell you that I am Blue Pom Captain for SDA! SDA just ended, but even though we didn't win, to me it still feels like I won. The effort and passion that all of my girls put into a dance I created, was more than I could ever ask for. So just with that I feel like I was the real winner! I haven't finished that book, but I promise one day I will!
ALSOOOO I'M GOING TO COLLEGE! I committed to Monmouth University! It's a mile from the beach (which I know you would love)! I know you're with me everyday, and I'm excited for this new chapter beginning in my life.
I just wanted to say that I miss you more than words can describe.
Love you to the moon and back,
brielle xoxo :)
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Please be at Peace with the Lord. Love & Miss You Dad & Mom XOX
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RASCHEL posted a condolence
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Lately I've been thinking about you a little extra then usual. You're still on my mind, in my heart, and will continue to be even though all this time has passed. Recently one of my friends has been going through a depressive state and I immediately thought of you. I thought to myself, "What would I say to Uncle Ray if i was given the chance before he passed away. What could I say that would alleviate the pain and how could I reassure that the world isn't as cruel as it seems sometimes". You gave me the strength and I knew exactly what to say. Now my friend has seeked help and hopefully with due time will get better. I thank you for that. This whole tragedy was given to me at such a young age that I could not comprehend exactly what you were going through. Now that I am older I still can not completely understand and sometimes that frustrates me. After all said and done, I know now you are in a better place and I hope you find what you were looking for, peace. I LOVE YOU
-Raschel
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Dad & Mom posted a condolence
Saturday, August 16, 2014
WE MISS YOU SO MUCH. Your loss gets harder and harder for us to recover. You are always in our thoughts and just sit and stare, thinking of you, and still wondering WHY.... I PRAY EVERY DAY & NIGHT FOR YOU THAT YOU HAVE ETERNAL LIFE WITH THE LORD. Love you ALWAYS DAD & MOM XOX
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Vera Ann posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Miss u so much... I think of you often Ray....what fun times we had, yup they were great ! Please tell my dad life is very hard without him and we are lost...and I miss him terribly...and you....
Xo
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Dad & Mom posted a condolence
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Raymond Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God keep you. You are missed so much and we will always Pray for you & Love you ALWAYS XOXOXOX
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Mom posted a condolence
Saturday, August 24, 2013
While we were in Aruba I looked at the sky and saw beautiful angel wings. I know it was you. I miss you so much XOX
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Vera Ann posted a condolence
Monday, June 17, 2013
Ray-moan...are there "cling" peaches in heaven?? Not just peaches, "cling " peaches...Hahaha
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Michelle posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Happy Birthday bro. I love you and miss you a lot xoxoxo
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Michelle posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Wish I could hug you. Miss you so much. xoxoxo
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Dad & Mom posted a condolence
Friday, August 3, 2012
It almost 4yrs and the pain in our hearts never go away. I pray for you every day that you are with the Lord and at Peace. We Love You & Miss You EVERY DAY.
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Michelle posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
I love you Ray and am missing you a lot today, more than usual. Can't believe 3 years has passed. I wanna go to the movies with you and get the chocolate at the mall like we used to and have a few laughs. Then hang out and have really deep conversations about anything and everything over a few corona's. Bro, you broke my heart, all the way down at the deepest level. Same depth where I love you from. God I miss you. I hope your soul is so ecstatically happy that it compensates for all the hurt your friends and family feel for you altogether. Damn that's a lot. Peace out Animaaaaaaaaallllllllll
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