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Raymond Thomas McVeety passed away on Friday March 11, 2005 at the age of 89. Raymond was born on July 12, 1915 in Scobey, MTand grew up in Bemidji, MN. He graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Agricultural Engineering. Raymond married his wife of 63 years, Abigail Warren, on July 3, 1941. He served during WWII in the 671st Army Engineers Map Making Unit. Raymond was an engineer with Allis-Chalmers in La Crosse, WI, from 1945 to 1952 and played the cello in the La Crosse Symphony. He moved his family to Fern Creek, KY where he continued his work as an engineer with Reynolds Metals Company in Louisville. Raymond, Abigail and their family moved to Albuquerque in 1956 where he worked as a mechanical engineer at Sandia National Labs until his retirement in 1981. Raymond is survived by his wife, Abigail of Albuquerque, and their five children. They are: Debby McVeety More and husband Andy, their children, Christopher and Ashleigh, of Tijeras NM; Tom McVeety, of Albuquerque; Hope Suzanne McVeety and partner Jim Buchanan of Albuquerque, Dr. Roderick Kelm McVeety and wife Dodie, and their children Mollie, Trevor and Kailey of Corrales NM, and Dr. Bruce Douglas McVeety and wife Renie, and their children, Kelsie, Megan and Raymond Thomas of Dublin, OH. Raymond is also survived by two sisters: Carol Riemen of Albuquerque and Pat Wagner of Sandia Park, NM. Raymond and Abigail are longtime members of the Sombra Del Monte Christian Church. "For God so loved the world,that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Throughout Raymond's lifetime, the relationships with his wife, children, grandchildren and other family members gave him his greatest joy. He shared in their accomplishments and had a steadfast belief in the good of all men. His generosity and kind spirit touched each person he came into contact with, leaving all with fond memories. The Family would especially like to thank the 6th floor Staff, Medical and Nursing Teams at UNM Hospital and the Staff at Manor Care Camino Vista for their compassionate treatment and care in the final weeks of Raymond's life. To our beloved husband, father, and grandfather: "We love you - you will live in our hearts forever." Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday March 16, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, with Pastor Mike Oden officiating. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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