Aurelio "Ray" D'Avanzo

Dear Rosealice & Family,
My heart goes out to you now...at this very sad time. I know how much this man was loved by all!
Keep in your hearts all the wonderful memories.
love,
Janet & Steve Silvestri

Ray was my first boss at Central Hudson. I was extraordinarily lucky. He was both a great manager and a great man. He had a terrific sense of humor and he was one of the best teachers I ever met. Although Ray was usually the smartest person in room, he never talked down to anyone. Instead, he quietly listened while all the dumb ideas were expressed, then provided the right answer. I learned a lot about business and life from him. I hope Rosealice and all their children and other family...

To the family, My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you. Ray was one of the most wonderful, gentle spirits that I've ever encountered. He was my landlord for years and sold me my first home. I truly loved Ray. I'm glad I got to see him at the Palace Diner last year. I'm grateful that our paths crossed in this world. A true humanitarian, and now his reward is in Heaven. I know he's there. God Bless You All.

Rosealice and family..We send our deepest sympathy to you all. Cousin Chip was a great guy and will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love and hugs

May the God of comfort be with your family at this difficult time.

Ray was a wonderful person. We all love him. May God Bless you always my dear cousin.
The Sicoli Family

Ray was such a decent, hardworking, intelligent, and gentle man. It was a pleasure knowing him and working with him. My condolences to his family.

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.