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Raymond Azzaro Obituary
EAST FISHKILL - Raymond Azzaro, 68, an area resident since 1992 and formerly of Patterson, died on May 25, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family, following a courageous 9 month battle with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer.
Born on May 27, 1950 in North Tarrytown, he was the son of the late Anthony and Natalie Dolores (Calabrano) Azzaro. Ray was a parishioner of St. Columba Church. He devoted his time to his family, coaching East Fishkill Girls' Softball and the Hudson Valley Express Travel Team.
On July 30, 1983, Ray married Diane (Wahl) who survives at home. He is also survived by his children and their spouses, Raymond F. and Tara Azzaro of Poughkeepsie, and Elyse and Michael Imbasciani of Newburgh; his grandchildren, Roman, Mia and Nico; his brothers, Russell Azzaro and Roger Azzaro; and many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday at 10am at St. Columba Church, 835 Route 82, Hopewell Junction followed by entombment in Rose Hills Memorial Park.
Memorial donations may be made Hospice Foundation, Inc. or the American Cancer Society. Please visit Ray's Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.
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John LaPadura
June 20, 2019
To the Atari family. I'm deeply saddened by your loss, please except my condolences. Ray was a joy to work with and will always be in my thoughts. Sincerely John LaPadura
Ann Bell
June 3, 2019
Russ, Very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Doug MacArthur
May 29, 2019
Diane and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. Ray was a great guy and I really enjoyed working with him. I'm so sorry the I wasn't able to attend the services but we're away. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Doug MacArthur
Regis Sonner
May 27, 2019
"What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we loved deeply becomes a part of us." Helen Keller
We are so sorry for your loss and the pain and sadness you are going through. Know that we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace Ray.
Regis and Lance Sonner
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May
28
Calling hours
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
McHoul Funeral Home, Inc. - Hopewell Junction895 Route 82 P.O. Box A, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
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28
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7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
McHoul Funeral Home, Inc. - Hopewell Junction895 Route 82 P.O. Box A, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
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