Raymond Everette Braden, 77, of Charlottesville, VA passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at the University of Virginia Medical Center. He was born on June 27, 1944 to the late Alvin Braden and Bette Braden Sands. He is survived by his children, David Adams (Lexi) and Mary Green (Reggie); his brother, Dwayne Sands: his grandson, Antwan Dade; and his niece, Becky Kennedy. Services for Mr. Braden will be held at a later date. Compassionate Cremation Services of Ruckersville, VA is handling the arrangements.