Fr. Raymond Larussa

My memories of Father Larussa make me smile. I knew him from Christ the King and Bishop Hartley. My mother was a secretary @ Christ the King Church when he was there so I was fortunate to get to know him. He was a wonderful, fun person and will remain in my memories of school and home.

Father Ray was always special to me and my brothers. Father baptised all but the but my oldest child and two youngest Grandchildren of 6. He also baptised all my bothers kids. He was always a phone call away for me up until he passed. He helped me and my family through good and bad times. God bless Father Larussa. I am positive he is in Heaven as a I write this.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. You meant so much to the Borghese Family, marrying 2 sons; baptizing many of our 8 grandchildren & great grandchildren. May God hold you in his precious hands.

The stars dimmed a little on thanksgiving, when Fr. Larussa died and then brightened lighting his way to heaven. He was such a wonderful Priest. A great communicator. I first met him at Christ The King Church. Then, more so at St. Cecelia. He Baptized a couple of my Grandchildren, along with Fr. Frank DeSiano, from NYC. Just a city priest and a country priest. He inspired me to do so much gardening at St. Cecelia. I think of him often. You are missed, Fr. Ray. Rest in Peace.