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Raymond Doherty Obituary
Raymond James Doherty, age 95, of Shelton, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at Bridgeport Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was the devoted husband to Joan (Schmidt) Doherty for 37 years. Raymond was born in Bridgeport on October 10, 1927, son of the late Raymond LeRoy Doherty and Helen (Brennan) Doherty. Raymond proudly served his country during World War II with the United States Navy. He started his career at A&P as a manager for 35 years and then worked as a photographer at Textron Lycoming until his retirement. Raymond is the beloved father of Maureen Grenier and her husband Marc, Donna Colby and her husband Michael, and Gail Bradley and her husband Darrell, loving step-father to Robert Serrano, Linda Rogg and her husband Ronald, and William Serrano and his wife Veronica, and loving grandfather to ten grandchildren and loving great-grandfather to ten great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Joan (Yenull) Doherty. Friends may call on Sunday, November 6th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Riverview Funeral Home, 390 River Rd., Shelton. On Monday, friends are invited to go directly to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 466 Elm Street, Monroe for his Funeral Service at 12:00pm. Burial with full military honors will directly follow at Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 466 Elm Street, Monroe, or to The Wounded Warrior Project, 10150 Highland Manor Dr. Ste 330, Tampa, FL 33610. (www.support.woundedwarriorproject.org)
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Linda Lucy
November 9, 2022
I'm so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was such a nice man. He was our photographer at our wedding. I will never forget his kindness.
Shelli Mealha
November 7, 2022
Dear Joan, I'm so sorry to hear about Ray's passing. He was a great man who will be surely missed. My deepest condolences to you and the entire family. Sending prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.
Sandi Hawker
November 6, 2022
Donna. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed but the beautiful memories of your dad will last a life time. So glad he got to see Jonathan in his uniform. The hand holding is a special treasure for sure. Sending hugs and prayers to all of you at this time. May his kind soul and love remain in your hearts forever.
Kathleen Lyddy
November 5, 2022
I grew up in Fairfield and would go to the A& P on Tunxis Hill every day with my mother. Mr. Doherty was the manager, Rose M.and her sister Grace worked in the office. Ann Chedister and Debbie Makusavitch,Rose D., Maureen & Annie were at the register. Frank P.,Bill J & Sammie , Ed, Joey & Glen worked in grocery. When I turned 16, Grace asked me if I wanted to work at the
A & P....The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea company . I spent the next 23 years working with great people who I still call friends. While I did not work directly for Mr. Doherty, I remember him coming back to visit and everyone was so happy to see him. He was always smiling and so kind. May all your wonderful memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Kathy Skultety Lyddy
Sue Pimer
November 5, 2022
Deepest sympathy you Joan and family my thoughts are with Sue Pimer
Michael Maynard/Ashley Lewis
November 4, 2022
Prayers and greatest condolences to the whole family. Heard many great story from Ron Rogg Jr. He was an amazing and surely will be missed
A Fellow US Navy Sailor
November 4, 2022
Fair Winds and Following Seas, Shipmate. Your watch is over, rest in peace.
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