Raymond “Ray” L. Chausse

Raymond (Ray) L. Chausse, 70, died on July 6, 2021 after a brief illness. He was born on January 31, 1951 in Chelsea, Massachusetts to the late Louis E. Chausse and Helen Ledford Chausse. Ray was predeceased by his brother, Eugene Chausse, and his sister, Arlene Chausse Enderson. He grew up in Weymouth and attended the public schools. His father was in the U.S. Army and the family spent time living in Germany. After graduation from Weymouth High School, Ray worked at Howard Johnson’s and later at BJ’s Wholesale Club. When Ray was attending elementary school, he met Wendy Johnson. This classmate would become his partner and lifetime best friend. Ray and Wendy had a commitment ceremony in 2014, complete with rings and a reception, with family and friends in attendance. Together they attended the Habilitation Assistance (HAC) program in Braintree for the past nineteen years. Ray and Wendy traveled frequently, including trips to Hawaii, Florida, Vermont, New Hampshire and upstate New York. Ray was a Red Sox fan and enjoyed going to Fenway Park. He was known to all for his friendly manner, wonderful wit and love of a good conversation. He enjoyed cooking, arts and crafts, telling stories, teasing his friends, and being helpful whenever possible. Ray was well loved at HAC by staff and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Friday, July 16 from 11 am until 12 Noon in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock Street, Quincy. A Celebration of Life service will following at 12 Noon. Burial will be private.