Lydia Grossmann Obituary
Lydia was born in The Bronx, NY on December 1, 1947. She grew up in Ramsey, NJ and graduated from Ramsey High School. She enjoyed traveling with her late husband, Ray Grossmann, spending time in Oxbow Lake, NY, Clinton, NY, Long Beach Island, NJ and Nantucket, MA. She dedicated much of her life to raising her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed quiet days surrounded by nature and spending time with friends, family, and her beloved pets.
Lydia is survived by her two sons Todd Finley and wife Nicole of Naples, FL and Chris Finley and wife Caitlin of Darien, CT, nephew Steve Price and wife Robin, and her 5 grandchildren Hunter, Chase, Rhyan, Hugh and Aidyn. In addition to her husband, Ray, she was predeceased by her parents Steve and Irene Blazek and her sister Mary Ann Riff and husband Barry.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Lydia to The American Cancer Society.
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