Raymond P. Onidi Jr., 55 of Derby, VT passed away suddenly on May 31, 2024, at his home. He was born on May 26, 1969, in Derby, CT to the late Raymond Sr. and Janet (Bennett) Onidi.

Ray most recently worked as a Bellman at Jay Peak Resort, a job which he loved because it allowed him to socialize with different people. He was in love with Vermont and finally decided to move here in 2014. He enjoyed using his metal detector hunting for historical coins and treasures, fishing, watching movies, and listening to music, especially artists such as Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard. He treasured many childhood memories camping with his family and friends at the Lone Oak Campsites in Canaan, CT. He had a strong faith in God, always made people laugh, and was the life of every party. Ray's parents were well known in Shelton Connecticut for their love and compassion towards children, having had over 50 foster children including his best friend and brother Kenneth Blodgett and his wife Sonja and their daughter Martina of Lowell, VT.

He is also survived by his children Dillon Onidi of San Diego, CA, and Amber Onidi of Lake Elsinore, CA, his wife Heather Alston and her daughters Kierra and Caelyn Miskimen of Jay VT, as well as his siblings Michelle (Robert), Aaron (Danielle), Daryl (Michelle), Jimmy, Kimberly, Deanna, Maranda, and Janice. He also leaves behind other loving family members including cousin David Abbott, Helena Case, Uncle Norman Bouchard, Uncle Bill Cooke, Uncle Eddy Downs, Aunt Cindy Beauchmin and countless other family members and friends in which he has crossed paths on life's journey.

He was predeceased by his Mother and Father, Aunt June, Uncle Dave, and cousin Christine Renee.

Friends may call from 2-4:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at the Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, June 10, 2024, at Mountainview Cemetery in Lowell. Online condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home & Cremation Service, locally family owned and operated.