July 11, 2004
For the Raphael Family, I was shocked to hear of your lost My heart goes out to you. I was been a patient of Dr Raphael for the past 15+ years He truly was ONE of the best in his field and as a person. He was always caring and took time with you. He will be truly missed by all whom knew him.
Carole Hucek Parker (Orlando, FL ) decaparker@aol.com

July 11, 2004
I wish to express my deepest sympathy on behalf of the Hinds family, St. Croix, VI. Leroy and I met while students at Grove Place Elementary School. Even as far back as the 2nd grade he dreamed of being a doctor and nothing else. I remember thinking how much I admired his laser focus on that goal while the rest of us chose a different dream every week. He was a great friend and I am proud that he touched so many lives with his dream. I will lift the Raphael Family in prayer and hope you find comfort and peace.
Rowland Hinds (Baltimore, MD ) emarketsol4u@netscape.net

July 10, 2004
I would like to extend my condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Dr. Raphael. I want to tell you that I cannot express the depth of emotion that I feel at his passing. Dr. Raphael was more than just a doctor, he was a confidante and a compassionate and caring healer of both body and mind. I have been his patient for almost 3 years. When I first came to him, I had had a terrible thing happen in my life that had possible consequences to my health, and my emotional state was in dire straits. Dr. Raphael held my hand as I cried, reassured me as I worried, and gave me strength to face the future. In addition, he was patient with my questions and my constant fretting with every visit. His professionalism and inner strength helped patients to know they were in excellent hands. He always had a warm, kind smile and was never judgemental or harsh. I dont know what I would have done without him as my doctor. I thank God everyday for sending his angel of mercy to me in my time of need. Please accept my thoughts and prayers for you during this time of sorrow. I will never forget him and his kindness. Sincerely and with respect, Dallas D.
Dallas Duerr (Titusville, FL )

July 10, 2004
I was truly devistated when I heard about the passing of Dr. Rapheal. I had just seen him, for an appointment, two days before his passing. His beaming smile brightend up the examining room as always. I said to him when he walked in "it's my favorite person." He always took as much time as you needed to answer any questions I had. I asked him lots of questions about when I will know when to come to the hospital. He replyed, with a smile on his face, if you can carry on a conversation and laugh and joke, it's not time. I am seven months pregnant, and so sad that Dr. Rapheal will not be there to deliver my first baby. Somehow I know he will be there in spirt with me. The last thing he did was measure my belly and comment that at my age of 35 I would probably want to have two babies in two years. I relpled, "I don't know, Dr. Rapheal, let's just get through this one." He had a strange look on his face, but did not comment. Now I know why he said that. His large family brought so much joy to his life. They were his life. God was talking to me through him. He made my preganany a joy. I will tell my son, Joseph, what a great man he was. Dr. Raphael will never be forgotten. My prayers go out to his family and friends. All of our hearts break for your loss. I know he is at the right hand of Jesus.
Phyllis Powers (Orlando, FL ) ppowers2@cfl.rr.com

July 10, 2004
My Husband, Robert & I loved Dr. Raphael; he delivered our son Joshua on 11/06/98. He was my Physician starting a year prior and continued to be since. He was a very kind and gentle man, always keeping us well informed. We send our condolences to his family...may God be with you.
Nicole Miller (Olrando, FL )

July 10, 2004
Dr. Raphael will truly be missed. He was a good Physician and cared about his patients well being. May God be with his family. Loleta Nock
Loleta Nock (Orlando, FL ) loletanock@aol.com

July 10, 2004
We were truly saddened to hear of Leroy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, mother, father, his brothers and other family members. Leroy was a very special man of God who will be dearly missed. We find comfort in knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
Providence Family (St. Croix, Virgin Islands)

July 10, 2004
My sympathy goes out to Mrs.Raphael and family. I had the pleasure of working with him for the last four years and it was an honor. He was a great doctor I often recommended him to friends and family,because I knew he was a great doctor and he would take good care of them. I know he is in a better place know! Sincerly Nurse Marsha
Marsha Evelyn-Sauveur (Maitland, FL ) marsha876@msn.com

July 10, 2004
To the Raphael Family I have been a patient of Dr. Raphael's for a year. He delivered our son, Shane, on May 28th, just 6 weeks ago. My husband and I looked so forward to every visit because he was so kind, gentle,considerate, informative and just made us feel special through every step of the pregnancy. He always made sure to take the time with us and talk about every procedure we would go through. He would talk to my husband about being a father and the adventure he was about to begin.He was amazing. We were both devastated when we heard the news. We had just seen him the Friday before he passed away. We had given him a birth announcement of our son Shane and he said he would be proud to display it with the other photos of the babies he had delivered displayed in his office. We also took pictures of Dr. Raphael and Shane that day and my husband and I will cherish them forever. When Shane is older we will let him know all about this wonderful man who helped bring him into the world. He truly loved his family and was an inspiration to us as we began our journey as parents. He will hold a special place in our hearts and our lives are better because he was a part of it. God Bless all of you. Lisa, John and Shane Bullion
Lisa Bullion (Winter Park, FL ) ruddsox@yahoo.com

July 10, 2004
DR. RAPHAEL WAS MY ANGEL AND I WILL MISS HIM DEEPLY. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY.
jennifer wilson (ORLANDO, FL ) KYZR55@AOL.COM

July 10, 2004
Our hearts all dropped the day the day we heard. We are praying for the family in this difficult time. We offer our support in any way we can. God Bless
Sheldon Ferrette (Bronx, NY ) SFerrette@aol.com

July 10, 2004
My deepest sympathy goes to Dr. Raphael's family and my prayers will always be with them. I am expecting and Dr. Raphael was suppose to deliver my baby in 4 weeks. This has been a difficult pregnancy, considering that I found out only 4 months ago that I was actually pregnant. I was so upset, and Dr. Raphael was a God sent. He has guided me through this ordeal and helped me realize what a blessing it is to be able to conceive a child. I have never depended or relied on a physician so much. Even though I am 24, he even called my mother to explain the situation. There is no doubt in my mind that he is in heaven. I pray that God will continue to protect his family, and may he rest in peace.
Tamara Allen (Orlando, FL ) Tamara_Allen23@hotmail.com

July 9, 2004
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Dr> Raphael was a wonderful man, who loved you all dearly. He was my Physician during my first pregnancy. His Love for his family proved the life that I was embarking on myself. His faith in The Lord and knowing his true kingdom should be your comfort now. He is now in the of the creator of the many babies he delivered. God Bless you all, and many prayers with you... Your Sister in Christ.
Alicia Canada-Mayner (Huntingtown, MD ) aliciahmayner@hotmail.com

July 9, 2004
To Dr. Raphael's family: What wonderful joy to know Dr. Raphael is in the presence of the Lord and what a time he is having. He was my daughter's Dr. during her first difficult pregnancy. We knew he was a very special man and now I know why, Romans 8:16. Dr. Raphael was a wonderful Dr. and even a more wonderful "Gentleman". My prayers are with you during this time of grief, loneliness now and to come and healing later. Lean on the Rock of your Salvation...Jesus will go through this storm and be there for you even when you think he isn't. May God Bless you at this time.
Phyllis Maynard (Melbourne, FL ) HISpmaynard@aol.com

July 9, 2004
Dear Raphael Family, He served as God's instrument in bringing new lives into the world. He now serves at the right hand of the Lord for all eternity. We who have felt his gentle hands, empathetic heart, and joyful smile will remember him in our mind, love him with our heart, and speak well of him with our mouths. We wish him our fond farewell and following seas. Regine & Johnny F. Charles (parents of Johnathan Matthieu Charles: delivered by Leroy Raphael on November 06, 2003)
Regine & Johnny Charles (Orlando, FL ) rcharles3@cfl.rr.com

July 9, 2004
Dr. Raphael was my GYN for 5 years, since moving to Orlando. I have never met a more wonderful, caring person. I was devastated when I read about his passing, but I feel better knowing about his love of God and family. I know he is in heaven now, but I will still miss him dearly.
Deb Felty (Orlando, FL )

July 9, 2004
To Issac & Jackie: We are praying for Leroy, for you and for your entire family at this difficult time in your lives. Even though we never met Leroy in person, we know that he made a positive impact in people's lives and will always hold a special place in their hearts. In Spanish we have a saying "Ojala encuentres paz en la tormenta" which means "may you find some peace through the thunderstorm" We hope that your family will be able to find this peace. May God bless you.
Maria & Andres Monsalve-Robelo (Orlando, FL )

July 9, 2004
To the Raphael Family: My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Dr Raphael was the greatest Doctor, and a wonderful person. He has been my doctor for 5 1/2 yrs and I have no complaints. No one never will ever compare with him he gave his all and he really cared for his patients. May God be with the family and again my deepest symphathy and prayers are with you.
Frances Jean-Baptiste (Orlando, FL ) Fmjean72@aol.com

July 9, 2004
My prayers go to the family of Dr.Leroy Raphael.Dr. Raphael was my doctor for 6 years and delivered my daughters.He was a great man and a wonderful doctor. I know that I will NEVER find a OB doctor like him because he was THE BEST. He always made me feel so special and he was always so respectful and gental. I dont want to have another baby because I know that Dr. Raphael wont be there for my visits or to deliver my baby. He was so loved by everyone. I WILL MISS YOU DR.Leroy Raphael!!!!!
Awilda McBryde (Orlando, FL )

July 9, 2004
Dr. Raphael was an outstanding doctor. He was my doctor for my first pregnancy 4 years ago. Even though he was not present at the delivery, on his lunch break, he came to see me and stated that I was his favorite patient, probably because I got on his nerves the most. My husband and I are sadden by his death and our prayers goes out to his wife, 5 children and other relatives. May God be with you all during this time and grant you peace , understanding and His amazing grace.
Tammy Anderson (Orlando, FL )

July 9, 2004
To the Raphael Family: My deepest symphathy and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Dr Raphael was the greatest Doctor, let alone person I've ever meet. He delivered my daughter 17 years ago and I as a patient went through a lot with him. May God be with the family and again my deepest symphathy and prayers are with the family.
Briggitte Herbert (Orlando, FL )

July 9, 2004
My sympathy to the Raphael family. I met him almost 7 years ago, he saw me in all 3 of my pregnancies,and delivered my last daughter melissa july 17 of last year. He was such a caring man. You could feel how special he was as soon as you met him. I will truly miss kidding around with him. I made him laugh and he made us laugh. Me and my husband always looked foward to seeing him. Iwant his children, wife , and family to know that all of his patients loved him as if he was a part of our family. And are deeply saddenned. We feel your pain, because he was sincerely loved by everyone he met. We love, and pray for you. Lissette Castillo and Family
Lissette Castillo (Kisssimmee, FL ) awakewithmeli@earthlink.net

July 9, 2004
As a doula and childbirth educator in Orlando, I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Raphael on many occassions. I always felt that he was more than professional with his patients... he really cared for them. He will be missed in the OB/Gyn community, for certain. My sincere condolences to his family, colleagues, and those who were blessed to know him.
Laura Dana, LCCE, CD(DONA) (Orlando, FL ) doulaMOT@aol.com

July 9, 2004
There are few people in life that truly touch you. Dr. Raphael was one of those people. I was a patient of his for the last 12 years. I first met him after receiving a call from his office on University Blvd., since my previous doctor was on vacation. His nurse stated that Dr. Raphael is a very caring doctor. At the time I didn't know that I needed a caring doctor, however, she couldn't have been more right. He helped me during a difficult time, and after the initial visit, I knew that he would continue to be my doctor for life. His warm smile and genuine concern made him so special. As such an incredibly caring Doctor, I can only imagine what a wonderful husband and father he must have been, and my heart goes out to the Raphael family.
Lisa Lawn (Winter Park, FL )

July 9, 2004
To the Raphael Family, my deepest sympathy. I was a patient of Dr. Raphael's for 4 years and I can truly say that I have never met a more compassionate doctor. He really cared about his patients and he made me feel like I was someone special, not just another case. I don't think - no I know - I will never find another doctor like him. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. We loved him but God loves him best.
Janie Kearse (Orlando, FL )

July 9, 2004
My mother called me with the news. I had an appointment scheduled with Dr. Raphael Monday the 5th that I was anxious for, because I was finally going to show him pictures of my daughter. Dr. Raphael helped me with my first pregnancy when I wa only 21, and my son was premature and had many major problems that was 7 years ago. As you know, he was wonderful, understanding and so patient. With my daughter the pregnancy was with every type of symtom, and he came to know me and my daughter's father as I would come in with my anxiety and whining. Still so patient and caring he acknowledged my concerns and was there when I told him that my nephew was stillborn and I was worried about my stress level. Ever confident and conducting any test to reassure me that all was well, which it ofcourse was. Dr. Raphael during that pregnancy, we learned of his hand injury and had it in a cast, he told us he hurt it playing basketball with his son, we knew of his 5 children, he came from the islands, which we did too, his great love for his family and church. He was not at all just a Doctor, he is the person you would want to keep around you for a lifetime, everything, the good and the bad. I also followed him to any office he went and would have continued to do so. He will be a part of our lives always. My heart cries and grieves with you, tears I have shed for the children and his wife, please take care, and know such a great love, lives on.
Yaritza Correa (Orlando, FL ) yazirah2003@yahoo.com

July 9, 2004
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Dr. Raphael's entire family. He was the physician for our first child. He was a wonderful person and made every visit during my pregnancy an enjoyable one filled with jokes and laughter. He was very insightful and my husband and I, considered it a true pleasure to have known him. He will be missed and not forgotten. He was a good, genuine man and a good doctor. We would like to extend continuous prayers and blessings towards the family during this time.
Venette & Nathaniel Isidore (Orlando, FL )

July 9, 2004
To the Raphael family: My deepest sympathies go out to you in this time of loss. Dr Raphael was by far the best!He delivered my daughter 14 years ago and he has been my rock solid doc ever since. Even moving to Titusville 12 years ago, noone could ever come close and I followed him where ever he was, the drive didn't matter, the person he was made it all worth it. It saddens me so to lose such a great friend and solidity. He was such an inspiration and to see the sparkle in his eyes when speaking about you, his family, was awesome. The world has the best angel ever now.
Tamara (Tami) Mohr-Jones (Titusville, FL ) mohrwithpaint@aol.com

July 9, 2004
My daughter Deborah and I met this lovely man of God a few years ago when I was visiting Kingsway Baptist Church in Orlando on Mother's Day. We attended his Sunday School class that he taught and he brought the message in the Worship Service. We were truly blessed that day. Our heartfelt sympathy to his wife Mona and all the family. The prayer group at First Baptist Church in Grand Cayman are praying for the entire family. We take comfort in knowing that Leroy is with the Lord.
Zoe Berry (Grand Cayman, FL ) zoeberry@candw.ky

July 8, 2004
Jacquie and I are lifted by God's grace uppon this family at this time. Erwin and family you know you can count on us to lift you and your family up in prayers and assistance.
Stephen/ Jacquie Kemp (Bloomfield Hills, MI ) srkemp@msn.com

July 8, 2004
My wife and I got the letter today from PA's. We are still schocked and deeply sadened. Last year Dr. Raphael met us when my wife was rushed to emergency surgery at Arnold Palmer hospital with an etopic pregnacy. Simply put he saved her life. We liked him so much that we continued to see him when my wife became pregnant again. It was our first pregnancy and Dr. made every visit enjoyable, informative and comforting. We loved his easygoing manner and the way he made us feel confident after the etopic experience. He went out of his way to deliver our son 3 months ago on a day off. We looked so forward to our next appointment with him and sharing our son with him. Anyway, he can now see all his patients, chilren and every one he touched in his life from his special place in Heaven. We were so lucky to have known this man.
Chris Moore (Orlando, FL )

July 8, 2004
To Mona and the entire family, my deepest and sincere sympathy goes out to you. I had the pleasure of meeting this dear family when we were all members of Liberty Baptist Church. I was Blessed with the opportunity of getting to play the piano and organ with Dr. Raphael. He touched everyone's life in a very special way. He was a wonderful Christian man who loved the Lord and his family, it was shown in everything he done. He will truly be missed by all. My prayers will be with you Mona and all of the family. God Bless you always.
Brenda Brucks (Orlando, FL ) bsbrunt@yahoo.com

July 8, 2004
I first met Dr Rafael when I had surgery for an ectopic pregnancy- he was the Dr. on call that night. He was so kind, sypathetic and compassionate. I specially requested him to be my doctor when I found out I was pregnant again. 9 months later, he delivered our son, Max. Dr. Rafael interrupted his family dinner plans to deliver our baby because I asked him to be there-even though he was not on call that night. I would not have made it through the delivery as smoothly if he had not been there for me. I will forever be greatful for his kindness that morning that my son was born. I will miss Dr. Rafael tremendously. He was a true friend to myself and my husband. My husband and I will miss talking to him and seeing him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. He was truly an incredible man and we will never forget him.
Dawn Moore (Orlando, FL ) dhendricks3@cfl.rr.com

July 8, 2004
I would first like to send my deepest sympathy out ot the Raphael family. Dr.Raphael has been my doctor for almost two years and delivered my now 13 month old daughter. He was a great man and doctor and will truly be missed.
Gina Colaire (Orlando, FL )

July 8, 2004
May God bless and comfort you during this very difficult time. We grieve with you and are praying for you all.
. The Grizzel Family (Grand Cayman) bgrizzel@candw.ky

July 8, 2004
My deepest sympathies to all of you in this most difficult time. I worked with Dr.Raphael in labor and delivery at APH for the past five years. He will be greatly missed for his expertise as a physician, his patience, his smile and laugh, most of all we will just miss him. I am so sorry.
Tarrah Bobay (Orlando, FL )