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Vivian Greenberg
July 31, 2022
We will always miss Ray
RUTH & HERB GREENBERG
September 2, 2004
Our sincere thanks to all the friends,old and new,and relatives from all over the country,who have sent so many sentimental messages & phone calls of sympathy & gift baskets.Thank you all for the many donations to synagogues & organizations and The Ray Greenberg Athletic Youth Scholarship Fund at the JCCS, in remembrance of our wonderful Ray.The outpouring of affection has been beyond expectations to all the family.I wish there were more & better ways to thank all of you...only to say our deepest heart felt Thanks again.
Ruth & Greenberg & Family
Norman Greenberg
August 26, 2004
To Nancy, Rachel & Matthew:
You know that Ray was not only a terrific cousin, but a great, great friend to me and our family. I could repeat all the kudos that have been said about him and thensome, but you know how I felt about him. I just need for each of you to know that I and my family are always here for you and you should never hesitate. There are no words to add to help ease your pain, but I promise we will get through this together and we will do it with the strength of our memories of him and how he meant so much to each of us.
We love you. Cousin Norman.
Russ Greenberg
August 25, 2004
To Everyone who has been so supportive to Nancy, Rachel, Matt, and my family through such a shocking and hard time, I'd just like to say Thank You all. Its meant alot to to my whole family. To lose a big brother and make you think back of all of your growing up and learning years together and being so tough there is just not an answer why! To Matt and Rachel you have a big name to carry on and be your best in life and believe in yourself and trust me your Dad will always be proud and watching over you. May he rest in peace.
Love, Uncle Russ
Nancy Cooper
August 24, 2004
No bully ever picked on us when we were young because our big strong Cousin Ray Natie would kick their butts! He always took care of everyone that way, always mindful of people's feelings. He ran over to tell our family about his engagement to the most beautiful girl, Nancy, and he loved her so very much. And when those beautiful kids came, he was on Cloud 9. What a wonderful, kindhearted, sweet and great guy my Cousin Ray was and I will miss him forever.
I love you Aunt Ruthie, Uncle Herbie, Cousin Nancy and everyone.I pray for kayuch for you to go on.
Love,
Your Devoted Niece and Cuz, Nancy
Dave and Sheri Turechek
August 24, 2004
What more can be said about Ray? He was a wonderful, warm man who will continue to shine in the eyes of his children. It has been a blessing to be close friends with Eileen and her family for the past 35 years. We pray that the many happy memories Ray and Nancy have shared will help carry her through the days ahead.
Michael Barrett
August 20, 2004
Dear Greenberg Family,
That was some piece of news to receive when I returned home from a business trip last week. Ray Greenberg? Impossible. I've known your family since the 1960's and I always admired Ray. We had some of the greatest conversations of my life. I am at a loss for words of sympathy, for it is the passing of the kind, dedicated, genuinely good people that shock and bewilder us the most. Time will never truly heal, but to his family I offer this: having honed my craft and become a master oil portrait painter, I am ready to make a gift of a painting of Ray whenever you might think you'd like to have one.
My prayers are with all of you.
Michael Barrett 203-260-4773
Lisi (Dobel) Norris
August 16, 2004
My earliest memories of Ray are when he delivered fruit from his uncle's truck to us at Candlelight Terrace in the late sixties/ early seventies. He was always so nice and funny, that my Mom always bought things from him, even if she didn't need them. Our paths crossed several years later, when I became friends with Eileen. He was always such a nice guy; I'll always remember Ray as someone who smiled all the time, and always had a kind word, even for his kid sister's friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Marilyn (Greenberg) Olmsted
August 16, 2004
Nancy, Rachel and Matt: Ray was a caring, loving and gentle husband, father, son, brother, cousin, friend and man. He was a man of honor. A man loved by everyone. A man who inspired many. And a man who always had a story to tell! Please know that your loss is felt by us. We will always be there for you and our door is always open to you. We love you, The Olmsted Family.. Marilyn, Ronnie, Dara & Josh
Sandy & Joan Gropper
August 16, 2004
Dear Nancy, Matthew & Rachel,
We are so grief stricken at the loss of our son-in-law, Ray.
We are sure that you will carry on with Ray's hopes and dreams for the family, for he will be in your hearts and our hearts forever.
All our love for always,
Mom and Sandy.
Joan Gropper
August 16, 2004
To my most precious daughter Nancy and grandchildren Rachel and Matthew
Words cannot express the grief felt for having lost a son. Ray was as dear to me as any son could be and I will miss him every day of my life.
He brought love and joy into my life from the day I met him. He was a powerful example of how a husband and father should be. I watched all their love grow for each other all the days of their lives together. I know Nancy and Rachel and Matthew will forever carry Ray in their hearts and will become strong to live their lives from this day on.
Till we meet again.
Your loving mother-in-law, Joan
VIVIAN GREENBERG
August 15, 2004
Dear Nancy,Rachel and Matt,
What can i say that you already havent heard? we will miss Ray and his beautiful smile and upbeat personality...i would be sitting having coffee at my kitchen table and out of nowhere, there would appear ray with a paint brush in his hand and "hi, viv! what a great day this is!" he always brought that 'RAY' of sunshine with him to our house. he was so very special to our children,david,jen and steve...always offering wonderful words of advice at different times of their lives. he made such a lasting impression on our whole family.I only hope that my kids will remember his words of advice in the future.may you remain strong through these sad days and know that we will always be there for you...remember..not only are we family,but we are friends too...
love,
vivian greeberg
Carol Jelken(Greenberg)
August 14, 2004
Ray was so very special for us all. The kindness and caring he gave out to family, friends, his community and no doubt strangers will never be forgotten. The ripple effect from all the goodness he gave will continue on. My love and thoughts are with you all.
Carol Jelken (Greenberg)& Jerry & Todd Jelken
Sarah Greenberg
August 14, 2004
My deepest sympathy's go out to Ray's family. Nancy, Matt, Rachel, Eileen, Alice, Elliot, Russell Herb & Ruth know that my thoughts and prayers are of you at this most trying time. I know that many of you do not know me. I am a greenberg cousin. What I remember most about ray is that when I was small he use to live not far from us. I believe he lived on pacific street in bridgeport and we lived on norman street. I remember that we use to follow my brother and walk to his house. He use to always have a lot of biker dudes at his place, and we always thought that was so cool about him. At least thats how I remember it. I bumped into ray maybe two months ago in stop and shop and we had a nice conversation, thats why its just such a shocker that he is no longer with us. My condolences go out to you.
Lewis & Natalie Weinfeld
August 13, 2004
We are saddened by the loss of Ray. He was always warm & friendly whenever we came to Connecticut to visit Viv & Norm and I know that his memories and love for life will always stay with you for many years to come. Our love to all the Greenberg Family.
Lew & Natalie Weinfeld
Gary Nowitz
August 13, 2004
I grew up with the Greenberg Family and have known Ray since 1962 when he was in 6th grade and I was in the 5th at John Winthrop. When ever Ray came to bat in those days, we always took 20 steps back and he smacked it over our heads. Playing football at 90 acres was always fun "if Ray was on your side", if not it took 4 of us to tackle him. We cruised in 68 down to Seaside Park in Ray's Blue Car (which he hand painted with a brush!) and had great times playing basketball at the JCC. My deepest condolences go out to Mr. + Mrs. Greenberg, Alice, Elliot, Eileen, Russ, Nancy, Matthew and Rachael. Rest in peace, Ray Greenberg!
Joe coelho
August 13, 2004
My sincere condolences to the Greenberg family. I first met Ray back in 1973 while training for the Central High School football team. He had such a presence that it left positive impression on a than 15 year old of what a man should be. Doesn't surprise me that he touched a lot of people.
Joe and Jessica
Mike McCullum
August 12, 2004
To The Greenberg Family- I met Ray about three years ago and immediately felt as though I had known him for twenty years. His smile, excitement for life, and passion for his wife and kids were amazing. He will be sadly missed by all, and my thoughts and prayers are with his family. I can only hope to be half the man he was.
Carina Dupree
August 12, 2004
Dear Russ & Entire Greenberg Family,
I did not know Ray personally, however, I do know Russ and wanted to extend my sincere regret that this shocking loss had to be shared by your family. Remember this, you have something called memories, this is something which no one can lose, take from you, or be forgotten. Rays memories will stay with you forever, treasure them and they will keep his spirit free. God bless.
John Perry
August 11, 2004
Oh my god! I am shocked. A couple of weeks ago out of the blue I was surfing the net and thought of finding Russell Ray's brother. We use to hang around together years ago. I was able to contact Russ and one of the questions I asked was how was Ray. This news truly saddens me. Though I have not seen the family for many years thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marlene Koenig-Jones
August 10, 2004
I wish to extend my sincere sympathy to Ray's entire family at this time. I am praying for all of you to have strength for this shocking loss. God Bless all of you. You are all in my prayers.
Tammy H. Edwards
August 10, 2004
To Russell and the entire Greenberg family,
I am deeply saddened for you all to hear about the passing of Ray. I always knew how much he and the rest of your family meant to you. My deepest thoughts, sympathy, and prayers are with you all during this very tragic and difficult time. May god be with you all now and always.
Ray and His Family - February 2004
Gail (Greenberg) & Dick Fleenor
August 10, 2004
Dear Nancy, Rachel, & Matt,
Ray was always a favorite cousin of mine and I am so glad that I have come to know all of you. My heart goes out to you and I know that we will be a part of each other's lives in the future. With heartfelt love and sympathy,
Arthur Greenberg
August 10, 2004
Dearest Nancy, Rachel and Mathew;
My thoughts are with you and the children at this time of sorrow and knowing Ray since he was born I will miss him. My family will always be here for you. Arthur&Lori
Eileen Greenberg-Fruithandler
August 9, 2004
To everyone praying, reading and writing these precious notes: On behalf of the Greenberg families, thank you for your wishes, support, love and kindness. We are, to say the least, in shock, as you are. We really do appreciate your words, in the grief and sorrow of missing the best man in the world. Bless you all, Eileen, Ray's youngest sister, and family
Alice & Darcy Greenberg Dizenzo
August 9, 2004
We have truly learned about life from Rays always selfless acts of kindness. He set an example every day for everyone he so much as walked by (though he would never just pass them without talking or offering something or telling a story). As a sister, I always knew I could depend on Ray-- we ALL depended on him-- and he will be greatly missed. He always made it a point in his life to take action-- he always volunteered to help people and when he coached it wasn't about winning; every child had a chance to play. His legacy will live on at the Jewish Center for Community Services (JCCS) where there will be a memorial fund in his name called The Ray Greenberg Youth Athletic Scholarship Fund.
Bernard Gladstein
August 8, 2004
My sincere condolences to the family. I shall miss his bubbling personality.
Rick Schless
August 8, 2004
I am deeply saddened by the news of Ray's passing. He and the entire Greenberg Family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Antonio Veloso
August 8, 2004
To the Greenberg Family,
I went through high school with Ray and last spoke with him at our 30th reunion. He still had that infectious smile and warm greeting. My deepest sympathy to all of the family. Ray was part of a generation that tried to make a difference in someone's life each day. Certainly Ray did so and leaves a legacy for his children to always remember with pride.
Don Caterson
August 7, 2004
Ray and I were friends since our days of playing basketball at the old JCC in downtown Bridgeport. We resumed our friendship at Central, and in the following years, when I returned to visit family and our paths crossed, the years melted away and we spoke as if it had only been days since our last meeting. I am proud to have considered Ray my friend, and he will be greatly missed by those who loved him, and by those whose lives he touched. My deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Greenberg family.
Wendy gladstein
August 7, 2004
Ray and I were high school friends, and I have warm memories of him - always smiling - a generous, genuine person. The few times I saw him in more recent years, when visiting family in town, I could see that Ray hadn't changed - I always felt like we could still sit down and talk and laugh, just as if it was 30 years ago. My sincerest condolences to his family at this very sad time.
Harriet & Paul Moriber
August 6, 2004
To the Greenberg family,
Our family will always remember Ray and how special he was. Playing shark in the pool at the JCC, bumping into him on Madison Avenue, ice skating in Westport or a casual conversation at Penfield Beach, each encounter was pleasurable and memorable.
Ray had so many outstanding characteristics as a person. We miss him dearly. He will always remain one of our life heroes. We wish his family well and will always be there to support them.
tom kapitan
August 6, 2004
To the Greenberg Family,
Ray and I were high school grads and although I was not close to him, I knew of him. It's always a sad note that our peers have such a good life cut short. My sincere sympathy at this difficult time. Just remember that he will always be watching over you as you continue to live on.
carol dolny
August 6, 2004
to eileen and the greenberg family.
was very sorry to read about the passing of your brother. our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family during this difficult time.
carol and andy dolny
Stuart Bufferd
August 6, 2004
To the Greenberg Family
I was deeply saddened to hear of Ray's untimely passing. I grew up with Ray playing basketball at the JCC. Watching him play football in high school, playing golf with him at Fairchild Wheeler. The last time I saw him was at the 30th renunion about 5 years ago. Ray was a lover of life and I am sure he will be missed. May your family have the strength to get through this difficult period.
Tom O'Leary
August 6, 2004
My heart goes out to all of Ray's family. He was a nice guy, no strings attached. My children still talk about Ray trying to catch fish with his rod in our fish tank when we lived next door. To know Ray was to like him.
Marty Horn
August 6, 2004
To the Greenberg family:
Ray and I were high school pals and it was always great to see him at our Central High reunions. We recently exchanged emails and it was nice catching up.
Ray was a terrific guy and his loss has touched me deeply, as I know it has many, many others. But his memory will live on and he leaves a wonderful legacy
My sincerest condolences.
Dan & Nancy Conte
August 6, 2004
Nancy, Rachel & Matthew
It's difficult to describe how Ray touched people. He was always willing to give people a chance and didn't judge them. I met Ray over 25 years ago when he came out to wall paper our bedroom. Over the years we became friends. Ray always tried to help others. He loved the idea of being a father and loved his children. His friendship is something that we will always be cherished. Good Bye my friend.
Kevin Wolfthal
August 6, 2004
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Ray. He was always a positive influence on those around him. Please accept my condolences at this sad time.
Michael C. Weiner
August 6, 2004
To Nancy, Rachel & Matthew,
At this time of sorrow for you & the entire Greenberg family I hope & pray that you find the strength to get through these most difficult times. My thoughts & memmories of Cousin Ray will always result in a lasting smile & the rememberance of a truly loving husband & devoted father. I, along with numerous others will deeply miss this kind hearted & giving man.
Jeff Beatty
August 5, 2004
To Eileen and the Greenberg Family: I'm truly sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you all.
Cheryl Wigder-Hunt
August 5, 2004
My deepest sympathy to the Greenberg family. Spent many holidays in services together.
Cheryl
Sonny Gardner
August 5, 2004
I’d like express my sincerest sympathy to the family at the loss of Ray. Ray’s genuine compassion for his fellow man earned him tremendous respect, but his love and outstretched hand to the youth spoke loudly about the kind of man that Ray was. Were you to take a count of the number of young people that Ray helped, you would without a doubt know that Ray worked at being “his brother’s keeper”. Ray will be missed by many. I will pray for you to have the strength to endure this difficult time
david dober
August 5, 2004
To The Greenberg Family,
In this time of unspeakable sadness, may your family find strength and comfort in sharing your sweet memories of this great husband, father, son and friend - Ray.
nancy diamond
August 5, 2004
ray and i went to hight school together, and it was just very recently that we exchanged email notes. he was always a very happy man, always with a kind word. my sincerest condolences to the family and to ray's friends. he will be sorely missed. my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jim Greenberg
August 5, 2004
Ray was the kindest husband and most giving father I have ever known. His wife and children were his whole world.
What I will miss most about 'brother' Ray was his ability to befriend so many so sincerely. He was one of the first people I met in the community and we remained friends ever since.
Every night when I walk past his house with my kids, I will picture him playing ball with Matthew. It's a picture a father could never forget.
Sincerely and with condolences to his entire family,
Massimo G. Ubertini
August 5, 2004
I am sincerely sorry for the passing of a dear friend who was one of the best persons I met during my 26 years of residence in the Bridgeport area.
Ray was really a good hearted person with always a great smile on his face and ready to help anybody that needed assistance.
My deepest sympathy to his wife,children,parents,and family.
I have lost a good friend and my heart is full of sadness.
Max
Tony Fiorello
August 5, 2004
Dear Russ and Greenberg Family,
I am deeply sorrowed by the loss your family has experienced. You are in my familys prayers day and night and we hope you all endure this tough point in your lives.
Love,
The Fiorellos
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