Lucy Gospodinoff

Lucy Ramsey Gospodinoff passed away peacefully at home on August 22, just days before her 96th birthday. She was the beloved daughter of Katherine Gallagher and Frederick James Ramsey and a lifelong resident of Greenwich. Lucy attended St. Mary School, graduated from Greenwich High School, and later completed the bookkeeping curriculum at Shortt Secretarial School.

In 1951, Lucy married the love of her life, Alexander Gospodinoff, also a Greenwich native. Together, they shared over 70 years of marriage filled with love, family, and dedication.

Lucy's strong bookkeeping skills were central to her work and family life. She began her career in the Town of Greenwich First Selectman's office and, following her marriage, became the office manager and bookkeeper for Alex's business, A&M Landscape Company. Though she never drew a paycheck, Lucy was one of the original "working mothers"-raising four children, managing a household, and helping sustain the family business.

Deeply devoted to her family and community, Lucy served as a Scout leader, was active in the North Street School PTA, and rarely missed her sons' sporting events. Later, she found joy in cheering on her grandchildren at their school and athletic activities.

Lucy's faith was a guiding force in her life. A dedicated member of St. Mary Church, she was active in the Ladies Guild, participated in parish charitable activities, and was well known for her apple pies, which were always a sell-out at bake sales. She also served as a Eucharistic Minister, taught catechism, and contributed her time to the Woman's Club, serving on several committees.

Lucy is survived by her children: Linda Shockley and her husband David of Stamford; Stephan Gospodinoff of Greenwich; and Roger Gospodinoff of Crossville, Tennessee. She will be lovingly remembered by her six grandchildren-Brandon Gospodinoff, Victoria Miraglia, Jason Shockley, Katherine Shockley, Lex O'Halloran, and Michael Gospodinoff-and her five great-granddaughters: Emma Gospodinoff, Aubrey Gospodinoff, Lucy Shockley, and twins Parker and Sloan Miraglia. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews who will always hold her close in their hearts.

Lucy was predeceased by her husband Alex and her son Kenneth Gospodinoff.

A wake will be held on Thursday, September 4, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Fred Knapp & Son Funeral Home, 134 Hamilton Avenue, Greenwich. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 5, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Church, 178 Greenwich Avenue, followed by interment at Putnam Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to St. Mary Church in Lucy's memory.