Raymond C. Rawson Sr.

SARATOGA SRINGS — Raymond C. Rawson Sr., age 90, passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 13, 1926 in Rouses Point, NY, the son of the late Addison and Martha Clarke Rawson. Raymond was a signal maintainer for many years with the D and H Railroad. He touched the lives of many people with his smile and generosity. He also was very proud to serve his country in the US Army. He enjoyed baseball and old-time movies. He was the beloved husband of Barbara Rawson for over 58 years and they had a fun-filled life together. Ray will forever be remembered by his devoted children, Raymond Rawson Jr., Robin Rawson (Correne), Martha Schunk (Kenneth), eight grandsons, one treasured granddaughter and two great-grandsons, along with countless other friends and family who were blessed to know him. He was preceded in death by his parents and 12 siblings. Calling hours were held on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave. in Saratoga Springs. If you wish to express your online condolences or view the Obituary, please visit our website at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com