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Beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, Marie Lugli Raymond, 81, died peacefully on July 11th, 2019 at Hospice House in Vero Beach. She was born in New Britain, Connecticut to Joseph and Cecilia Cianci on June 27, 1938. She graduated from New Britain High School in 1956 and she never missed a class reunion until her illness. In 1978, Marie moved to Vero Beach with her four daughters to live closer to her parents while starting a new chapter in her life.
Marie was well-known for her contagious smile and her love of family, life, and people. In 1979, she began her banking career at the Beach Bank Motor Bank in Vero and she truly loved her position as a bank teller for 20 years. Marie had a passion for serving and meeting the needs of every customer, even the four-legged ones, that accompanied their owners while visiting her window for banking transactions.
She was an exceptional cook, and she will be forever remembered for her delicious Italian dishes and baking of cookies and pies. Marie also enjoyed music, which gave her the opportunity to dance and sing to her favorite tunes.
Marie was predeceased by her first husband and father of her four children, John Lugli. She will be sadly missed by her husband, Joseph Raymond, four daughters Karen (Kenny) Cobb, Sharon Lugli, Kimberly Lugli, and Kathy (Ron) Petkaitis. Also surviving Marie are her grandchildren: Natalee, Tyler and Isabella, and her great-granddaughter: Ainslee. Marie will be forever in our hearts and greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
A Celebration for Life for family and friends will be held on Saturday, July 27th 4:00pm – 8:00pm at the Riverhouse, 305 Acacia Road, Vero Beach, Florida.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to VNA Hospice House in Vero Beach or Alzheimers/Parkinson Association of Vero Beach.
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Kathy - Daughter
July 16, 2019, 1:10 pm
You will be missed dearly and forever in our hearts. We love you, Your daughter Kathy,Ron and Isabella
Lorraine Cappelen - Friend
July 17, 2019, 1:11 pm
Thinking of all of you. Your mom was a very sweet lady. I remember how well liked she was at The Beach Babk. You picked a beautiful photo of her.
Wendy - Friend
July 17, 2019, 1:11 pm
A beautiful woman inside and out. I knew her in the Beach Bank days, knew her at the Beach Bank satellite branch at IR Estates. More recently I knew her through my friend Sharon’s mom. She was hilarious and the life of a party just like her daughter. RIP sweet lady. Praying for strength and peace for her daughters and all who knew her. May her wonderful memories be with you always!
Rene' Koppelman - Friend
July 17, 2019, 1:12 pm
This was a beautiful tribute to a beautiful person inside and out. Karen, Sharon, Kim, and Kathy, you are all in my thoughts and prayers and I know the wonderful memories of your mom will bring you peace in time. Love you all, Rene´
Suzanne huntley Manning - Friend
July 17, 2019, 1:12 pm
My condolences and prayers to Marie’s family. I knew her from the Beach Bank dating as far back as I can remember. What a wonderful warm and welcoming woman she was. I will always remember her and her generous kindness. I pray your memories will sustain you at this sad time. Love and Light Marie
Sherri Sproch - Friend
July 18, 2019, 1:12 pm
To Marie’s Family: My sincere condolences to you in memory of such a lovely lady.. To meet her was to love her.. I remember her back to the Beach Bank… May you cherish her memory always…
Jeff Tyler - Friend
July 19, 2019, 1:13 pm
When I arrived at Vero Beach, I was blessed to be welcomed by Sharon and soon after meeting Marie, I quickly felt I was in their family. Lots of love, kindness, caring, smiles, be happy and have fun is how I only knew Marie. Marie outstandingly raised 4 wonderful girls who learned and followed her tenacious love of life and fondness to all. I know Marie will eternally smile and dance and wish goodness to everyone. She will forever remain in our hearts. My prayers are with you.
Cheryl Steavens - Family friend
July 21, 2019, 1:13 pm
Dear Karen, Sharon, Kim and Kathy . Your Mother was one of the sweetest women I have ever been blessed to know . Her beautiful smile and her sparkling eyes would light up the room . Heaven has received an amazing Angel to watch over all of you girls and your family’s. May she rest in eternal peace . Love and hugs ♥️
Rob Veneziano & Dianna Rafferty - Family
July 25, 2019, 1:13 pm
Dear Karen, Sharon, Kimberly, and Kathy, We send our condolences and our love to you and your families. Your mom was a very special lady! Rob has such wonderful memories of growing up with Marie. She brought smiles and warmth to every family gathering in addition to her mouthwatering treats. Dianna particularly remembers her cheesecake mini-tarts – “Oh, they’re so EASY!” she would say with a wave of her hand, as if she could make such confections by magic. I think she could. Her pride in and love for you 4 girls was evident every minute. We loved her visits back to CT after you 5 moved to Florida. Marie looks beautiful, as always, in the photo you shared, and you wrote a lovely tribute. We will miss her too.