Raymond Adam Gorynski

October 25, 1938 - September 21, 2015

Raymond A. Gorynski, 76, of Rocky Hill, formerly of Wethersfield, passed away suddenly on Monday, September 21, 2015. He was the beloved husband of Frances (Pappalardo) Gorynski for 51 years. Born in Hartford, CT on October 25, 1938, he was the only child of the late Roman and Mary (Zawada) Gorynski. Ray grew up in Hartford, graduating from Hartford Public High School. After serving in the U.S. Navy in Japan, he attended CCSU and Rutgers University. Ray had a long career at Connecticut Bank & Trust and later with Bank of New England. After retirement, he enjoyed his time in real estate. He loved skiing and golfing and was an active member of the Wethersfield Country Club for many years. He was a long time member of UNICO, serving as their third president. He was also a member of the Greater Hartford Jaycees and was co-chairman of the 1971 Sammy Davis Jr. Greater Hartford Open. Ray stayed actively involved in the tournament for many years. He was a big sports fan rooting for the local teams, especially the Red Sox. He was a loving father and grandfather, leaving his son, Rob of Rocky Hill, daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Chip Karkos, grandsons Christian and Max of Wethersfield, CT. His grandsons were the light of his life and he truly enjoyed attending all of their sporting events. He also leaves behind his in-laws, Mel and Lucy Privitera, Bill and Connie Ward, and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Calling hours are Monday, September 28, 2015 from 6-8pm at Rose Hill Funeral Home, 580 Elm St, Rocky Hill. A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday 10am at the Church ofthe Incarnation, 544 Prospect St, Wethersfield, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in the name of Sarah Ann Privitera to the Raynbow Foundation c/o Harvey & Horowitz, 1813 Silas Deane Highway, Rocky Hill, CT 06067