Raymond Keith Barber
November 8, 1995 ~ September 16, 2015
Raymond Keith Barber, 19, was taken from this world on the 16th day of September, 2015. Raymond was the loving son to Elizabeth Ann Morgan Barber and Theodore Ervin Barber. Born on the 8th of November 1995, at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick MD, he lived his entire life in California, MD, attending school at Bay Montessori, Hollywood Elementary, Esperanza Middle School, and culminating with his graduation in 2013 from Leonardtown High School.
Following graduation, Raymond began his working career first at Dunkin Donuts California MD as the night donut maker while also working the morning shift at the DQ store in Charlotte Hall. In January 2015, he began work at the Family Care Pharmacy Lexington Park as a Pharmacy Tech until his untimely death. Everyone that met him ended up liking him. Raymond was always there with an ear and a shoulder for those who were going through troubling times, but when it came to his life, he kept it very private and deeply hidden away inside. He was such a perfectionist and there was never any task he could not take on and complete. Everything had to be painstakingly done and aligned just right when it belonged to someone else, but when it came to his own things, he never followed that same process. He had commented to his friends numerous times that he would like to one day work on cars like his namesake grandfather. He also had a vision to one day own his dream car, a WRX.
In addition to his parents, Raymond is survived by his Grandparents George and Regina Morgan of Leonardtown, his brother SSGT Steven Barber USMC (Kellie) of Hawaii, his sister Christina Rowan (Alex) Mechanicsville, nieces Alyssa and Amelia (Mechanicsville), nephew Steven (Hawaii), uncles George Morgan (Michelle) Inwood, WV, James Morgan (Laura) Leonardtown, aunt Amy Harrell (Richard) and many, many cousins, great aunts, great uncles, and friends from St. Mary’s County and central Pennsylvania. He was predeceased by a sister (Anna Marie) and his paternal Grandparents Raymond and Neva Barber of Williamsport, PA.
The family will receive family and friends for a Celebration of Raymond’s Life on 24 September from 5 – 8 PM at the Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Service will be celebrated at 11 AM on Friday 25 September at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Compton, MD. Honorary Pallbearers will be Steven Barber, George Morgan, James Morgan, Cody Parsons, John Morgan, Donovan Harrell, and David Harrell.
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There are no words to say that could ever ease the pain you are all feeling. God has a plan, and one day we will know it…but not today. May you find comfort in knowing all those that love you and loved Raymond. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Although I never met your son, I heard nothing but wonderful things about him. No parents should ever have to bury their child. I am so sorry for your loss.
Please know that your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. My sincerest condolences for an incredibly great loss. Love knows no boundaries and while he is no longer with your physically, his spirit will never leave you. I hope that all the great moments that you were able to have with him bring you comfort in the days, months, and years ahead.
I have such fond memories of Raymond at the age of 3 at Bay. I am so sorry for your profound loss. May God give you strength to make it through this difficult time and find peace.
Ted,Ann,Steven,Chrissy & the rest of the family this has been so heartbreaking that Raymond is no longer here with us I know deep down he is here in spirit and always be here watching over u guys. ANN and Ted he will be always by your sides. Pop pop and Nana are up there taking good care of him they loved him and I know he is okay with all of his loved ones we have lost. God had a reason to take him to heaven but remember nobody can take away your loving wonderful sweet memories that you shared with this wonderful sweet baby boy. Rip Raymond you will be so missed. Love you and never will forget u never will say goodbye just until we meet again.
Ann, Ted, Chrissy, Steve and family. My God comfort you and help you through this most difficult time. Hold on to the memories as that is what get you through the days ahead. Remember friends are only a phone call away.
Ted, Ann, you have our deepest sympathies. May he rest in Peace. Prayers for your family. Ted, Ann if we can do anything…Just ask!!!
Sincerely,
Stew & Bobbie Otta
Our prayers go out to the Barber family. Raymond spent many nights at our house and will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
So sorry for the family and friends of there loss prayers to you all
Remembering Raymond as a sweet 6 th grader. Always putting forth great effort in all he did. May his family receive Our Lord’s peace that surpasses all understanding.
Ann and family my heart goes out to you at this time. May the love of your family help you thru this trying time.
Ted, Anne, and family, I am really without words, for your pain is too great for any words that I could come up with. No parent should have to go through this, yet, we know that many do. We do not know the whys, or what God’s plan is for any of us, but all we can do is be there for family and friends, so they are not alone when they do have to get through these terrible times. I pray each day gets a little easier to manage, and that all the prayers coming your way help you through the days ahead. God Bless you all.
Ted, Anne, and family, I am really without words, for your pain is too great for any words that I could come up with. No parent should have to go through this, yet, we know that many do. We do not know the whys, or what God’s plan is for any of us, but all we can do is be there for family and friends, so they are not alone when they do have to get through these terrible times. I pray each day gets a little easier to manage, and that all the prayers coming your way help you through the days ahead. God Bless you all.
I will miss hearing Raymond’s voice on the phone and already miss him terribly at the pharmacy. He was a sweet young man taken from us to soon. He will never be forgotten.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart breaks for you all. My thoughts are with you all.
Dear Ted and Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs to you both!!
Dear Ann, Ted and Family,
My deepest prayers of condolence to each of you at this time. I know it is so difficult that Ray has been taken at such a young age with so much potential. May God be with you at this time of bereavement. My spiritual support is with each of you.
Truly,
Father John
Dear Ann, Ted and Family. Sending continued and never-ending prayers for the healing and comfort of the loss of your most precious gift. Ann, I love you friend, I am here if you need anything.
Justine Morgan
I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew Raymond from The Family Pharmacy. He was always so polite and thoughtful. Raymond always had a smile on his face. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Ted,Ann and Family
we’re so sorry for your lost and please know that our family is keeping you and yours in our prayers and
thoughts.
There are no words to help relieve your pain… So I will offer my shoulder anytime. Just know that you have a wonderful family and a strong sister to help you through this…. Lean on her… Lean on us all….
Ted,Ann and to all the family~~~ sending our deepest sympathy, and payers for the strength to hold on. Our heart breaks for your loss.