Raymond Folsom

Raymond Charles Folsom 1928-2011 KENNEBUNKPORT Raymond Charles Folsom, 82, a longtime resident of Kennebunkport, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at his residence. He was born in Bellows Falls, Vt., on December 17, 1928, the son of Charles Henry Folsom and Bertha (Smith) Folsom. He grew up in Bellows Falls, graduating from Bellows Falls High School. He continued onto college, graduating from the University of Miami. At the onset of the Korean War, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served aboard submarines. After his discharge from active duty, he was a travelling salesman of scientific products for many years. Following his sales career, he was a lab technician, first at Trull Nursing, followed by the former Webber Hospital, and finally at The Osteopathic Hospital of Maine, from where he retired in 1994. Ray played piano, clarinet, and was an accomplished jazz trumpeter. He would play at the old Nautilus Hotel in Kennebunk Lower Village. He thoroughly enjoyed crossword puzzles, and spending time at his daughter's house on Kennebunk Pond. In earlier years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was predeceased by his wife, Sali (Burns) Folsom in 2001. Survivors include his daughter, Joyce Caouette and her husband Jules of Lyman; his son, Steven Folsom of Washington, Vt.; his sister, Margeri Hurd of Bellows Falls, Vt.; and his two grandchildren, Kaitlin and Justin. Per Ray's wishes, there will be no services. Burial will be in the Maine Veteran's Cemetery, Springvale. Should friends choose, memorial donations in his memory are encouraged to: The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 North Randolph Street, Suite 225, Arlington, VA 22203. Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer Street, Kennebunk. www.bibberfuneral.com