Raymond C. Arnold Sr.
MIDDLE GROVE — Raymond C. Arnold Sr., 83, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2022. He was born July 9, 1939, to parents Caroline (Belau) Arnold and Millard Arnold Sr.
Ray lived a simple life, growing up on a small farm with a big family. He married Barbara (VanWagner) Arnold on October 27, 1962. In 1963 he began working for General Electric, fabricating and assembling steam turbine engines until his retirement in 1997. Ray had a passion for working with his hands and helping others. He had many hobbies including tractors and model trains. He proudly built both of his homes and helped his children with theirs.
Ray was a loving and devoted family man who will be missed dearly.
Along with both of his parents, Ray was predeceased by his siblings Millard, Alfred, Mildred, Charles, Richard, Caroline, and Donald. Ray is survived by his loving wife Barbara of almost 60 years, as well as his three children Terri (Art), Ray Jr. (Lorrie), and Mike (Yvonne). He is also survived by his 12 grandchildren, Erica, Tim, Justin, Danielle, Aayla, Jenna, Nick, Aaron, Jordan, Rachel, Mikayla, Jason, and several great-grandchildren.
Relatives and friends gathered to remember him on Sunday, October 16 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (518-584-5373).
A graveside service was held Monday, October 17 at the North Milton Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the Wesley Health Care Center staff for their care and support as well as Paul Cameron for his kindness and words of faith.
Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com