Raymond Henry Spengler
December 16, 1936 ~ November 3, 2024
Spengler, Raymond H., age 87, of Ridge, New York died on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Raymond was born in Queens, New York on December 16, 1936 to Henry and Marie (Baierlein) Spengler. He lived most of his life in Brooklyn and Queens, and greatly enjoyed his retired life on Long Island. He is survived by his loving children: Andrea Spengler, Gregory and Melissa (Vollaro) Spengler, and Carolyn Spengler. He is also survived by his young grandson, Mason Spengler. He served in the U.S. Army from 1959 to 1965. He spent the majority of his career working for United Press International in the syndications department. His hobbies included drawing, tennis and singing bass in a barbershop chorus. He was extremely devoted to his late wife Therese and all of his family. He always had a great sense of humor and a kind and generous spirit. He was loved and admired by everyone he met. All arrangements have been entrusted to the Rocky Point Funeral Home, 603 Route 25A, Rocky Point, New York. Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 am on Friday, November 8, 2024 at St. Mark's RC Church, 105 Randall Road, Shoreham, New York. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton, New York. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM at the Rocky Point Funeral Home, 603 Route 25A, Rocky Point, New York. An online guestbook can be found at www.rockypointfuneralhome.com.
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I met Ray when I served in St. Thomas the apostle Parish in Wood Haven in 2000. Since then we have kept a close contact over the years. I visited Ray and his wife Terry a few times in Ridge. We had the occasion to go out for dinners and always had a lovely time with them. During my recent summer visit we had a long telephone conversation and shared past fond memories.
Ray was a great gentleman, friendly and committed to his faith. He loved his family and always shared fond memories of growing up. My condolences to Andria, Greg, Carolyn and Mason his grandson. He will be missed. Ray, rest in love till we meet again.
Fr. Victor Ashiagbor
GHANA
Thank you, Father, for your tribute to my Dad. It means a lot to us. -Andrea
I am so sorry for your loss. Ray was so very special to me. I will truly miss him.
Uncle Ray, my Godfather, was a light in the world that will be go dim. His laugh, good nature and sincere interest in people made me want to be like him. He taught me how to dance the Hokey Pokey for his wedding! He loved art and culture and was meticulous in his appearance. Most people when they spoke of him would say “he’s such a saint.” We will miss you and hope you are with your siblings our Mom, Mary and Jim. Rest in peace.
Thank you, Regina. We will always miss our Dad so much.
Andrea, Melissa, and Carolyn,
Peace and love to you and your loved ones.
The last time I saw Ray(Buzzy) was at my fathers wake in June 2023 and I remember we both went outside to help your Uncle Jim in his wheelchair come to pay his respects and visit with my Mom.
Your Dad was one of the good ones!
May he rest in peace!
Love,
Jack and Teresa Baierlein
Thank you both for the kind words. We are comforted that our Dad was so well-loved.
Great Uncle Ray, I miss you a lot. I know I only saw you at Uncle Greg’s barbecues, but you were always so funny, being the life of the party. It’s so sad to see you go, but you were one of the good ones, so I know you have a first class ticket to heaven. I love you, Great Uncle Ray.
– Love, Nicolas Forte, your Great Nephew.
Thank you, Nicolas, for your heartfelt words. We appreciate them very much.
Dear Andrea, Greg, and Carolyn,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Uncle Ray was my godfather, and I think he also gave Mom away at my parents’ wedding. I have many nice memories of your parents over the years, from our visits in Woodhaven, to more recent years on Long Island. I’m happy that I got to see your dad this August (he looked so good!) and am very glad to have the family tree that he put together. I’m sorry that I cannot be with you in person at this time, but you all, as well as Melissa and Mason, are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Lawrence.
Thank you, Lawrence, for this beautiful tribute. We’re thinking about your Mom with love as well.
Love, hugs and prayers. Ray was a wonderful gentleman and friend. He will be missed.
With a Ray of sunshine and a little rain the fond memories of your dad will grow! Sending our sincere condolences and love.