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Raymond “Ray” Shoffstall, 66

November 19, 2021

Raymond “Ray” Shoffstall, 66 of Lancaster, PA unexpectedly passed away on November 19, 2021.

Everyone who knew Ray, knew his love and passion was his family and friends, DJing at the Jukebox NightClub for 30 years, and going to OCMD every year with his family.

DJ Ray was a big man with an even bigger heart who would do anything for the ones he loved.

Ray will be greeted and joining his parents, Florence and Oscar Meckley, his sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Thomas Dommel and beloved niece, Angelina Robinson in heaven.

Ray is survived by his niece, her husband and their son, Johnya, Bryon and Zacharie Cousineau, his cousin, Jayann Bransby and his three daughters, Ruthie Wiker, Melissa and Dawn Shoffstall.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date. There is a GoFundMe account set up that can be accessed at https://gofund.me/1827c06f.

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July 08, 2022

Ray was a really good guy. I enjoyed chatting with him at the Jukebox while he was DJing. He really knew the oldies, so it was a real [rare] accomplishment for me to impress with an oldie he never heard before.
I remember how fascinated I was at how good he was at controlling the dance floor (meaning getting the crowd dancing at the drop of a hat); he made it look easy. I made such a comment to him, and he casually told me that it wasn’t always that way for him. He said when he first started, he was really bad at it, but he got better over time. Most people might not have been so honest or humble to admit that. 
God bless you, Ray!

January 08, 2022

I’m very sorry to hear of Ray’s passing! I knew Ray from the Juke Box, I worked with him for years. He and I and all of the other Juke Box employees, over the years! A lot of great fun and great memories! R.I.P. Ray! 

December 09, 2021

I knew Ray from the Jukebox he was a fun guy to talk to and ask request from he will be deeply missed by a lot of people at the Duke box

December 09, 2021

We are saddened to hear of Ray’s passing. He will be missed by his family and friends here. But, welcomed by his mom,dad and beloved sister. Ray was like my big brother ,not my uncle.  I have fond memories of our summers together.  Thank you.
Play that funky music…
Miss you 💜
Love,
Johnya, Bryon and Zach

December 08, 2021

Saddened to read of Ray’s passing.  He was a good guy and always pleasant to talk to.  -Tina (Dimitris) Bicksler

December 08, 2021

I Was shocked When I read about Raymond’s death. Raymond was my 1st husband my 1st love and the father of my 3 children children Anthony was adopted by Raymond at the age of 15 months lissa  And Dawn Marie. Raymond  was active in some sports  Back in the seventies Swimming Bowling and fishing. He enjoyed bowling so much he joined a semi pro league. His  Personality was bigger than life. He had a good  Outlook on  Life. His laughterWas catching And was robust. Raymond loved the music Especially the sixties  Seventies eighties and some nineties No one could touch him when it came to  Being A DJ. I am just heartsick  Over Raymond’s  Death. Rest in peace Raymond And grab your angel wings.
 To my niece  Johnya know your Uncle Rammie loved you very much. He is in my heart and prayers
To my  daughters Lissa and Dawn Marie..you have my condolences and prayers
Connie Shoffstall Scala

December 08, 2021

Ray was a manager for the McCaskey swim team when I coached there in the 1970’s. He was a hard worker and a really good guy. My world is diminished at his passing. RIP, Ray
Coach Fitzgerald

December 08, 2021

Saddened to hear of Ray’s passing.  I met Ray when we both worked at Watt and Shands.  He was larger than life both in personality and humor and I always enjoyed the times we would hang out.  To live in one’s heart is never to die.  RIP big guy.
Joe Segro

December 08, 2021

So sorry for your loss.  Ray was a great guy and we got to know him from the JukeBox.  He was the best and he will be grately missed.
Tina & Merrill Yorgey

December 08, 2021

Rest Easy “BIG RAY” Love you Always, Psalm 46:1 “God is our Refuge and Strength”
GARY ROSS STOY

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