Raymond A. Jefferson, Jr., "Buzz", 62, of Woodbine, passed away on Thursday, March 11, 2010 doing what he loved, giving a Bible discourse. Born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Raymond A. and Sadie Jefferson, Sr., he lived in Woodbine for over 30 years after living in Wildwood. He was employed as maintenance supervisor at Woodbine Developmental Center. He was an active member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Woodbine.

A Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War, he loved cars, music, and chess. He was an avid cruiser and loved everything about cars. He enjoyed collecting and building model cars. The son of a professional trumpet player, Buzz was previously a DJ and sang in a Doo Wop Band in high school.

Buzz is survived by his wife, Ruth Brenda Jefferson; his daughters, Ruth Brenda Jefferson and Nykhesia N. Jefferson; his brothers, Ronald Jefferson and wife Fran, David Jefferson and wife Brenda, and George Jefferson; his sister, Roseann Jefferson; his mother in law, Ruth Gaines; his sisters in law, Pamela Johnson and husband James, and Margaret Elias and husband Joe; his six grandsons, Marcus (who lived with him), Lloyd, Tyrome Williams, Tyrique Williams, Tainel Williams, and Jaizir Williams. and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Radzieta Funeral Home, 9 Hand Avenue, Cape May Court House, where viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be private.

(03/14/10)