Affectionately known as "Pa", Raymond Louis Neri, Sr., 88, entered into eternal life on March 9, 2021. Born and raised in Chelsea, MA, Raymond lead a full life and leaves behind an adoring family; his wife of 66 years, Phyllis (Goscinak) of Chelsea; sons Raymond Neri, Jr. and his wife Rosemarie of Saugus, Edward Neri and his wife Nancy of Chelsea; grandchildren Michelle Caron and her husband Jason, Brian Neri and Christopher Neri, all of Saugus; great grandchildren Kailee, Madison, Emma, Mackenzie, Jason Jr. and Lily Caron; great-great-grandchildren Liam and Knox McLellan; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

The youngest of nine, and last surviving sibling, Raymond was predeceased by his parents, Agostino and Nellie (Cushing) Neri, and his sisters, Alice Deleidi, Prima Wheeler, Seconda Neri, Wanda Pezzuto, Lores Keating, Rose Ryan, Elise Bizzochi and Rita Yannetti.

Always a loving provider, Raymond worked hard throughout his life, first delivering bread by horse and buggy for his family bakery and later holding positions with Stride Rite, Airlift International, Boston Garden's "Bull Gang," and Tucker Construction.  His most important job, however, was showing love to his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, making each one of them feel special and cared for.

At the request of family, services were held privately on Friday, March 12.  The family would like to express their gratitude and heartfelt thanks to family, friends, Care Dimensions of Danvers, and The Dexter House of Malden for all their care and support.

Raymond will be fondly remembered for being generous with his time, having a great sense of humor in the face of adversity, and hiding snacks for later.  Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the charity of your choice or "donated" at a casino as he often did.  In closing, his family kindly asks that you always remember to say "please" and "thank you," and hug your loved ones.

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