In Memory of

Louis

Raymond

"Ray"

Caron

Jr.

Obituary for Louis Raymond "Ray" Caron Jr.

Louis Raymond “Ray” Caron Jr. , 89, passed away peacefully on Sat., June 25, 2022. Born on January 19, 1933, he was the son of the late Ray and Erma (Eigenbrode) Caron.

Raised in Putnam, CT, Ray went to UCONN where he received a bachelor’s degree in business. Ray met his late wife of 44 years, Elizabeth “Betty” (Mannion) Caron on a blind date. Once married they made their home in Tolland, CT. Ray worked as a purchasing agent for Pratt and Whitney before retiring. Ray and Betty spent their retirement time going between Cape Cod and Vermont. Ray enjoyed walking, tending his flower pots, reading and watching the New England Patriots and Boston red Sox.

Ray is survived by his daughter, Mary Beth and her husband, Tim Blauvelt; and son, James R. Caron. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Aimee Blauvelt, James Caron, Joseph Caron, and Cody Caron along with two great-grandsons, Dameon and Braxton. The family would like to thank all the compassionate care givers at the Brookdale South Windsor memory care facility.

Calling hours will be held at the Tolland Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Merrow Rd. (Rt. 195) in Tolland on Wed., June 29, 2022 from 4-7 p.m. A Graveside Service and Burial will be held Thurs., June 30, 2022 at 11 a.m. at Mt St. Benedict Cemetery in Bloomfield, CT.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Tunbridge Church, The Food Shelf Food Pantry, P.O. Box 270, Tunbridge, VT 05077

For online condolences or directions please visit: www.pietrasfuneralhome.com