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Raymond Francis McKenna

Raymond Francis McKenna, 85, of Grove Beach Road North in Westbrook died peacefully on Dec. 18, at Middlesex Hospital. He was predeceased by his loving wife Paula of 48 years. He was born in New Haven on Jan. 27, 1937, the son of the late Alice McLaughlin and Daniel McKenna — stepson to John “Red” Coleman. Also predeceased by his sister Theresa Benedetto and brother Daniel McKenna.

Ray was the owner of Coleman’s Service Station for many years. He was also an avid golfer and longtime member of the Clinton Country Club where he celebrated a rare hole in one. He also enjoyed reading and his daily walks to Grove Beach. Ray always took great pride in keeping his pool beautiful for all to enjoy — especially his wife and his many grandchildren.

He is survived by his loving daughters, Kelly Morrissey and husband Michael, Judy Miller, Susan Sacco and husband Stephen, and Erin Tomporowski and husband Michael; his nine grandchildren, Christian, William, Alexis, Quinn, Kevin, Natalie, Jami, Casey, and Ryan; and three great-grandchildren, Tacary, Paisley, and Zakai.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at the Saybrook Point Pavilion in Old Saybrook. Funeral Arrangements are in the care of the Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home, Centerbrook. To share a memory or to leave condolences please visit www.rwwfh.com.

Contributions may be made in Raymond’s memory to The Alzheimer’s Association, CT Chapter, 200 Executive Boulevard S, #4B, Southington, CT 06489 or Senior Resources Agency of Aging, 19 Ohio Avenue, Suite 2, Norwich, CT 06360.