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Raymond Shelanskas Obituary
He was born Nov. 3, 1930, in Enfield, the son of John and Anna (Yukna) Shelanskas. Ray was a proud Navy veteran who always got teary-eyed at parades. He was employed at Stanadyne in Windsor as a foreman for 40 years. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed music and loved to eat his wife's cooking. His favorite vacations included fishing at Cape Cod and hunting in Vermont at the Sikes' family camp. Ray was a big fan of the New York Yankees and UConn basketball, and he enjoyed playing cards and making trips to the casino. Ray liked to have a good time and make memories with friends and family.
Raymond leaves behind his devoted wife, Rose; his daughter, Carol Bartus and her husband, Ed, of Enfield; his son, John Shelanskas and his wife, Lisa, of Suffield; his cherished grandsons, Steven Bartus and his fiancée, Thishani Nadesan, Brian Bartus, Aaron Shelanskas and his girlfriend, Melissa Bove, David Shelanskas, and Mark Shelanskas. He also leaves two sisters-in-law, Louise Desrocher and Elaine Shelanskas; along with many nieces and nephews. Ray was predeceased by his brothers, Anthony and Robert Shelanskas; and his sister, Eleanor Valickus.
Ray's family would like to thank all of those who assisted in his care.
Ray's family will receive relatives and friends Saturday, Jan. 9, from 10 a.m. to noon at Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels, 43 Shaker Road, Enfield, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. in St. Patrick Church, corner of High and Pearl streets, Enfield. Interment with military honors will take place in Hazardville Cemetery, Enfield.
Memorial donations in Ray's name may be made to Enfield Food Shelf, P.O. Box 699, Enfield, CT 06083-0699.
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Mike/Carol Waniewski
January 11, 2016
Rose, Carol and I just found out about Ray's passing and we offer our sincere condolences. Thanks to Ray no one I know ever suffered a dull moment with him and his love of life smile will always be remembered. You are in our prayers.
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