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Raymond, Edward J.
Edward Joseph Raymond, 80, of Newtown, died peacefully at home on November 24. He was born in New Haven on July 14, 1936. Ed was a graduate of Quinnipiac University with a business degree and worked for Sheehan Tire Company in Bridgeport. Years later, he learned carpentry and joined his partner and friend, Gordon Anderson, as general home contractors, primarily in Newtown. For the past 15 years, he has been a co-owner of Pootatuck Properties Shopping Area in Sandy Hook, where he enjoyed keeping the grounds pristine and helping his tenants. He is survived by his wife, Nancy, for 25 years; a son, Ed Raymond, Jr., of Delaware, a daughter, Sissy Smith, and her husband, Douglas, of Pennsylvania, a stepson, Richard Guman and his wife, Noreen, of Newtown, 2 stepdaughters, Marni McNiff, and her husband, Joseph, of Brookfield and Stephanie Forshaw, and her husband, David, of Middlebury and eleven cherished grandchildren. Friends may call at the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main St., Newtown, on Wednesday, November 30, from 4-7 pm. All other services and interment in Newtown Village Cemetery will be private
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Soaring Eagle Heritage Living Center,
P.O. Drawer 879, Billings, Montana 59103-0879
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Ed,
Always thinking of you our dear friend. Just had a fun conversation reminiscing
Miss and love you,
Sandy and Gordon
Sandy and Gordon Anderson
Friend
January 8, 2021
I miss seeing Ed and hearing his stories. One of the sweetest and he would do anything to make you smile or bring a little joy to your day.
Peg Powers
Friend
November 23, 2020
Ed was a wonderful man and a good friend. What a pleasure it was working with him for so many years - he always had a kind word and was a help to many. My sympathy to the family.
Peg Powers
December 1, 2016
Nancy, Marni, Ricky, Ed jr, Sissy and Stephanie we are very sorry for your loss. We will always remember Ed and hold him dearly in our hearts.
Our deepest sympathy to all his family,
Sincerely,
Vivian and Jerry Prete
November 30, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great well respected and humble human being. He will be sorely missed by all who new him.
God Bless
Scott DeWalt
November 27, 2016
Nancy, Marni, Rich and family we were so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. He will be remembered fondly and as generous man who had a life well lived.
Barbara & Sonny Parrelli
November 27, 2016
Sissy and family, my most sincere condolences on the passing of your dad...... God Bless, Cheryl Costa
November 27, 2016
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