Mr. Paul M. Raymond

Mr. Paul M. Raymond, age 85, of New Hartford, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2015 at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center with the love and support of his family. Born in Utica on March 1, 1929, Paul was the son of the late Joseph and Theresa (Alberico) Raimondo and knew the love of his aunt and uncle, Mary and Joe Sansone, who raised him from a young child and provided a loving home for him upon the death of his parents. He attended Conkling Elementary School and graduated from T.R. Proctor High School/Class of 1948 where he was an outstanding athlete participating in basketball, track, swimming, and most importantly, football. It was a proud and gratifying time of his life. A veteran of the United States Army, he honorably served his country stateside during the Korean Conflict. On June 30, 1951 he married the former Grace Tuccillo who passed away on October 4, 2003; Paul and Grace celebrated the joys of marriage and the blessings of their 52 years together. They were good mates, sacrificing parents, and bonded by family unity and love. Paul began working in the glass trade with his first job at the Pittsburg Glass Company. Thereafter, in 1956, he became the owner and operator of the Valley Glass Company. In his career he was conscientious, creative, and artistically blessed. He worked hard to grow his business, and during his retirement he assisted his friend Jimmy Peters at Peters Glass. At work and at home Paul was patient, kind-hearted, and always looking at the bright side. He was a fair-minded gentleman and a wonderful teacher and role model to his children and grandchildren. He was a gentle giant, modest in many phases of his life. He was a Mr. Fix-It and his interests included woodworking and constructing model airplanes. He was intuitive and ingenious with his “creations”, producing among his repertoire, homemade red and white wines. Paul was physically active and enjoyed walking, and often could be seen in Proctor Park or the New Hartford Shopping Center. He was also a member of the All American Fitness Center. He was a communicant of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. Paul is survived by his daughter, Mary Jane Evers of Clifton Park; He was predeceased by his son-in-law, David J. Evers whose memory he held close to his heart; his son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Francesca Raymond of New Hartford; his grandchildren, Jaime Evers; Paul and Courtney Raymond, Catherine and Samuel Macinsky, USMC, Christina Raymond; and his great-grandchildren, Elaina, and Paul. In addition, he leaves his companion, Theresa Porto, with whom he spent quality time, and her children and grandchildren of whom he was very fond; his sister, Theresa Sheldon of Fulton; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, especially acknowledging Jack Sansone, in-laws Marie C. Paciello, and Francis and Jean Tuccillo. He was predeceased by his cousins and their spouses who he considered as siblings, Paul and Tessie Sansone, Michael and Jenny Sansone, Nellie “Nettie” and John Simonetti, Jean and Frank Inserra, and Betty Lou (Raymond) Abel; and his brothers-in-law, Anthony “Ted” Paciello and Gordon “Skip” Sheldon. The family extends sincere appreciation to the entire staff of the Cedarbrook House at the Sitrin Health Care Center who tended to Paul with great care and compassion; as well as the nurses at St. Elizabeth Medical Center for their attentive concern. The family will gather privately to honor Paul’s life. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service and Celebration of Life which will commence on Monday afternoon at 2:00 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. James Cesta. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of the service. Interment will take place in St. Agnes Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

Mr. Paul M. Raymond

March 1, 1929 - January 23, 2015