Raymond "Ray" Michael Hautsch

Raymond “Ray” Michael Hautsch, 61, of New Bern, passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at Carolina East Medical Center.

Leaving us too young, with sad hearts we send our sweet brother and friend Ray to be with the angels.

First and foremost, in this life, Ray was a fisherman. His passion began as a young boy on freshwater lakes and streams where Ray honed his skills at fly fishing and learned to tie his flies, later joining fishing clubs, becoming a part of the fraternity of fishermen. In high school, Ray moved with his family to Deltaville, VA on the Chesapeake Bay, and there began his relationship with the sea.

Ray shared great stories about his life as a commercial fisherman. From crew member to captain of his own boat the Barbara Ann, he made his home on the waters of the Southeast coast. When Ray retired to life on the land, he worked at B&J Seafood, sharing his knowledge about seafood, recipes and stories of the sea, but most importantly sharing his time with people. Ray loved to work—seldom was there an idle day—but what he loved even more was talking to people from all walks of life. He never knew a stranger. Ray will be missed by the many people whose lives he uplifted with his gentle spirit.

He is survived by his brothers, Rowland and Roger; partner Barbara’s daughter, Debbie and husband AJ; daughter-in-law, April; granddaughters, Tiffinie and Annette; great granddaughter, Katie; and many friends and colleagues in New Bern, NC.

Ray is preceded in death by his partner, Barbara Hansley; brother, Russell; and his parents, William and Marie Hautsch.

A celebration of Ray’s life will be scheduled in the Spring.

Donations to honor Ray can be made to Save the Bay – Chesapeake Bay Foundation.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Cremations, Havelock, NC.