WPCNR MONEY NEWS. From Morton's Steakhouse. December 6, 2007: Thirty-eight-year-old Raymond “Ray” Steadman, a waiter at Morton’s The Steakhouse in White Plains, is accustomed to being around millionaires, Lottery millionaires that is.  

“Just a couple of years ago, I was right behind someone who bought a $1,000,000 winner that could have been mine,” said Steadman (center of picture,holding blowup check. “I’m also good friends with Jimmy Morey who won $2,000,000 on a (Instant Millions) scratch off back in 2002. Now it’s my turn to take home the $1,000,000 check.”

Steadman’s days as a “bridesmaid” ended on November 28, 2007 when he purchased a top-prize winning Merry Money instant ticket along with his coffee and newspaper at the Lakeside Market on Lake Drive in Lake Peekskill – the very store where his late father once purchased his weekly Lotto tickets.

“My father played the Lottery for many years,” said Steadman. “I am sure he had a hand in this. I just wish he was here to enjoy it with me, but I’m sure he’s watching.”

Steadman said despite his $1,000,000 windfall, he plans to continue working at Morton’s The Steakhouse because he enjoys “the people, the benefits and, of course, the tips.”