Ray LaFountain, 82 of Vero Beach (formerly of Cato, NY) passed away on Monday, November 2, 2015 in Vero Beach.

A proud and strong Frenchman, Ray leaves to cherish his memory: his wife of 43 years, Joyce, sister Joan Zackowski of Milton, FL, children: Ray Jr. (Janet) of Vero Beach, FL, Roseanne of Mansfield, OH, Kathy of Syracuse, NY, Joe (Chris) and Susan of Jacksonville, FL, Patricia (Bob) of N. Myrtle Beach, SC, Roberta of Camillus, NY, Michelle of Phoenix, NY. 23 Grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Ray was preceded in death by a daughter Diane.

A visitation will be held on Friday, November 6, 2015 from 5 to 7 PM at Cox-Gifford-Seawinds Funeral Home, 1950 20th Street, Vero Beach. Online condolences may be shared at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com