Raymond J. DOUCETTE

Raymond J. Doucette , Virginia Beach -- Raymond J. Doucette, 81, passed away March 14, 2005, at his home. Mr. Doucette was born Aug. 15, 1923, in Lawrence, Mass., the son of the late Carl and Veronica G. Doucette. He was a World War II veteran having served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the former Kempsville Meadows Golf Course and The Royal Order of the Moose. He also was the founder of Academy Van and Storage Company. Mr. Doucette leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife and companion, Lillian Doucette; four children, Rhona Boyce and husband John of Virginia Beach, Steve Doucette and wife Patricia of Norfolk, Brad Doucette and wife Sandra of Virginia Beach and Elaine West and husband Jim of Savannah, Ga.; and six grandchildren. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Maestas & Bailey Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Oceanfront Chapel, 1801 Baltic Ave., Virginia Beach, VA 23451. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. today in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Granby Street in Norfolk, with Rabbi Israel Zoberman officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. To share memories and offer words of comfort to the family, please register at www.maestasandbaileyfuneralhome.com .