Ray Joseph,We never met, but have met your family and understand where your values and manhood originated. Seeing the paintings your mother makes, and attending the Salute to Heroes shows me the friendships you developed over your short life. I served in Vietnam during the heavest fighting of the war, Tet '68. I was asked to speak at the function and tried to explain the horror of war and that families can't understand why we are differant than when we left. The last stanza of the Marine Hymn is " Should the Army or Navy look on Heavens scene, the wil find the Gates are guarded by United States Marines" and SPC Ray Joseph Hutchinson. Thank you Brother

The HiLife room may be new but it holds many memories of Ray anyway. His photos adorn our walls along with our other classmates. We have his jacket and photos in our trophy case that is in the hall before the cafeteria. That is so that more of the Creek family can pass by these items on their way to lunch and more of our visitors can see our hero. Ray is with us everyday. All of his teachers still think of him. We were blessed to know him for four years. We are glad that the HiLife was responsible for starting the scholarship in his name and for raising the thousands of dollars that we did for years. We know we made Ray happy up there in heaven and he smiles down on us and all of our adventures. Oh the stories we will exchange the next time we meet.

This is my first year in Mrs. J's newspaper class, but since I have been at Creek for four years- I have heard Ray's story many times. Each time I hear it I am deeply touched by the courage that a young man could have. The ability of someone to go to a foreign land and fight for our country amazes me and I will never forget Ray and what he did. As the third anniversary of his death was yesterday, I would like you to know that he has not been forgotten and students here at Creek, including myself, continue to admire Ray and all that he did for our freedom.

Another year passes and our family will never forget your beautiful smile. We will always miss you, Ray.

I have been in Mrs.J's class now for 3 years in a row and there is never a day that we go without hearing some sort of amazing story about Ray. The stories that she tells are so moving to me and even though i have never met him personally i feel like i am very close to him...Because of Ray and other mentors i have decided to go in to Seaborne Challenage Corps and then from there go into the AirForce.

Best wishes towards you both...

Ya'll are in my prayers :)

Ray was a beautiful man and i really respect him for what he has done for our country. It is not everyday somebody desides to deticate theirselves for our freedom, and Ray has done that. Im so sorry for your loss. Looking at the many pictures i can see that Ray was a very lovable person and must have been a joy to have around. I wish your family luck in everything. HAPPY HOLIDAYS, and thanks.

Thank you so much.

To me, the Ray Scholarship is by far one of the greatest honors I have received in my life. I remember when I first heard about the scholarship and about who Ray was and what he had accomplished in his short life, I was shocked to see how much Ray had impacted other’s lives. Ms. Jameson would constantly talk about his goofy sense of humor and charm that would win over every single person he came in contact with. Throughout my years on the Hilife staff, I tried to make the same impression on people that Ray did.

I am so honored to be one of the winners of this scholarship because Ray’s scholarship is more than just a monetary award. Sure, I would not have been able to attend the University of Missouri in the fall without the help of the scholarship, but this scholarship is a way to remember one of the greatest young men who Clear Creek and League City have ever seen.

I remember how nervous I was at the Senior Awards banquet right before they announced the winners of the scholarship. My heart was pounding and I could barely think straight, and when my name was called I nearly passed out. That was one of my proudest moments because this scholarship will not only help me pay for school, it is a chance for me to carry on Ray’s name and to teach others about this great young man. Every where I go from now on, I will try to pass on the tale of Ray’s bravery and sense of pride he had in his country and in those he knew.

Ray Joseph Hutchison, I thank God that my son Joseph R Leonard served with this fine young man and that he was a friend to my son. Young men like Ray Joseph dont come along in this life often. It takes quite a person to be a soldier, but to be a soldier for Christ is somthing else. I spoke to his parents tonight and what a blessing it was to be able to hear more about this wonderful man. Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Hutchinson for your time tonight and I look forward to letting everyone know about your son. God Bless you both. Tommy Sr.

I remember Ray from pre school, Creative Corners at the Methodist chuch, he and my son Brandon attended together, they remind me alot of each other, both with that blond hair and big smiles, I will always see Ray's big smile. My thoughts and prayers will always be with him and his family.

I didn't know Ray personally but from what all Mrs. Jameson has told us, I know that he was a great person.

i think ray was a good person

Mr. and Mrs. Hutchinson,

Ray's story is such an inspiration. I never really knew how much one person can impact someone elses life until Mrs. J told us about Ray. His story has caused much grief, but that grief has spurred some great things. Ray's story has helped me value life, and always live like today is my last day. He's inspire many people to do things that they thought they couldn't do, and I am one. I know you must be so proud of him because he has, is, and will always make a difference. If ever you get sad, just think of how much good Ray has done, and still has yet to do.

Every day when I walk into Mrs. J's 3rd period class, the first thing I see is the big picture of Ray's big smile and his jacket hanging next to the American flag. I catch myself staring at his picture from time to time imagining what it must have been like. I never met Ray Joseph but I feel like I did. It makes me sad that I never met him because I feel like I missed out on knowing such a wonderful person. I know Ray Joseph is smiling down on us every day, and he is someone's guardian angel. That person is very lucky.

Well i don't know Ray that much, but it feels like i have known him all my life because all we do in Mrs. jameson's class is talk alot about Ray like he is still here. but then again he is still here, he is still here in all of our hearts and will always be in our hearts no matter what. Thanx for raising an angel to be there for us. now that you have raised an angel for us to be by our sides to help and protect us we our going to become your angels and help you and protect you from your problems you and your family.
we love you all.
Love Alwayz,
Kristy Flores