Raymond M. DeRosa, 61, of Wallingford, formerly of East Haven for many years, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at his home. Raymond was born in New Haven on October 14, 1953; son of Salvatore D. and Norma Buonocore DeRosa. He obtained a Bachelor degree in Operations Research and a Minor in Computor Science from the University of New Haven and had worked for Yale New Haven Health System as a Senior Database Administrator for the past twenty-two years and had previously worked for ten years at Yale University as Project Manager in charge of all computer systems development for budget and finance. Appointed by Governor O’Neill to the Commission on the Deaf and Hearing Impaired in 1990. Mr. DeRosa was elected to the American School for the Deaf Board of Directors in 2003, he also served on the Board of the CT Chapter of AG Bell. Raymond was an avid golfer, member of the Wallingford Country Club, a New York Yankees and Giants fan, enjoyed going to the casino, was a fan of Star Trek, was a Private Pilot, a high level racketball player and a Jai Lai player, and enjoyed flying radio controlled planes with his father and son Michael. Father of Michael R. DeRosa and his fiancé Elizabeth Haire, Kristina L. and Mark S. DeRosa. Brother of Daniel DeRosa, Joanne (Michael) Pentino and Laura (Matthew) Martin. Also survived by nieces and nephews.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Monday morning 9:15. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Church of the Resurrection at 10:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Sunday from 3 to 7 pm. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American School for the Deaf, 139 N. Main Street, West Hartford, Connecticut 06107.
My condolences to Mr.Raymond M.DeRosas' family. I'm sorry for your loss. May you remember all the good times you shared together and the love carry them in your hearts.
John 6:40
My deepest condolences to the family. May God be with you all.
An amazing man who accomplished so much in a life cut way too short. Our deepest sympathy.
My deepest sympathy to Ray's family. I had the pleasure of working with Ray years ago at Yale and have often run into him in town here in North haven. He was a wonderful person. So so sorry for your loss.
My beloved friends,
My heart hurts. A part of our chain has broken and leaves us an empty space which can never be filled. Our memories will carry us through and I for one will always smile when I remember Ray and the love and laughter and joy he gave to everyone. My love to all of you during this trying time. Your friend always, Sally Ann
My heartfelt condolences to Ray's family. Words cannot express how much Ray meant to the Matteis family.
Dearest DeRosa Family,
My heart is filled with tears of sadness and I can't find the words to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of your beloved Raymond. My prayers and my love are with all of you.
Always,
Elaine
Laura,
We'd like to pass on our deepest sympathies to you and your family at this most difficult time. Ray was a very special person, not only as a co-worker here at YNHH but also as a friend. He will be missed greatly.
Sincerely,
Michael & Diane Gruner
It is with heavy heart that I have to say good bye to you Raymond, such a very dear friend since way back when!It takes a very special person to accomplishment all that you have with such compassion as well as commitment and dedication to serving others!Your presence will be missed. You were a true angel here on earth so I know that you'll be the best angel in heaven taking care of business from above. R.I.P. Raymond and God bless! To all of the DeRosa families,(our second family) you have my heartfelt sympathy and will be in my thoughts and many prayers continuously!If I can help in any way please don't hesitate to ask as am here for you! I pray that God keep you all in his tender loving care and that he bless each and every one of you with comfort and peace of heart in this time of sorrow and always! with all my love, Donna
My Dearest Raymond, I loved you like no other . My heart is completely broken . I'll never ever get over you . I miss you every moment. I pray that you are in peace. Sarah misses you painfully. I will love you the rest of my life. Allyson
You have my deepest sympathy. Ray will be missed by all. Much love to you at this difficult time.
Dear Joanne, extending to you and your family our deepest sympathy in the passing of your brother Ray
To Ray's family, we got to see many sides of him. At work, he was loved being on many of the most high-profile activity. At play, he tried hard while enjoying his life. In his personal life, his children were always most important.
We are sorry for his loss, but he made sure to follow his heart every day!
What a wonderful guy. I will always remember how talented and generous he was and how he always had time to talk and laugh with us all. His legacy is strong and accomplished and we're all better for having been his friend. God's peace and rest, Ray. We'll miss you.
Our hearts are broken for the entire DeRosa family that we love so much. Our deepest sympathies are with you all.
To the entire DeRosa family,
My dearest friends, May God bless you and watch over you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. To Ray, May you rest in peace. You certainly will be missed, but never will you be forgotten.
Love you all,
Nancy
We are sooo shocked and saddened by Ray's sudden passing. Just recently, at the American School for the Deaf annual meeting in late October, we were once again trading golf and Fort Myers Beach, FL, stories. We don't know what to say to console Ray's family and close friends. He was a fun and vibrant man. We know you have many memories that will comfort you, in time. We offer our prayers to you all but mostly for Ray. RIP Ray.
Joanne, Laura and the entire DeRosa family, I am so sorry for your loss, he was a great guy, may he rest in peace.
A kind and welcoming neighbor, usually smiling! He was a very accomplished man. My sincerest sympathy to his whole family and friends.
Joyce
Our prayers go out to the DeRosa family, especially Laura & Matt. Ray always had a quick wit and a great sense of humor, and he really enjoyed the competition of a good softball game. Laura & Matt…the whole team is thinking of you and sending prayers to you and your family.
My deepest heartfelt sympathies go out to Ray's family. It's too much of a shock to loose him so quickly. To Ray I will forever remember those beautiful blue eyes and your soft voice. I have loved you for a very long time my friend. You are safe now and may you rest in peace.
My heartfelt condolences to Ray's family. He was truly an amazing friend. I will miss him very much. Now he's with Jerry and they both are watching over their loved ones from above.
OUR DEEPEST SYMTHAPTHIES GO OUT TO DANIEL AND THE DEROSA FAMILY.
FROM YOUR FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS AT UNITED BANK CHESHIRE
Ray will be missed by his dear friends from the DORS ( formerly known as Commission on the Deaf and Hearing Impaired.) Our prayers and condolences to Ray De Rosa's family. We loved seeing his beautiful smiling face at our meetings.
May God be with you, the family.
Mike,
Chris and I are so saddened for your loss. May you find strength in your family and friends to get you through this. You now have a special angle that will guide you the rest of your life. Find strength in knowing how much your dad loved you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please, if you need anything at all, we are here and happy to help anyway we can. God bless your entire family.
My deepest condolences, Ray a great co-worker and friend. God Bless you and your family.
Dear Laura and Family,
I am so deeply sorry and saddened by the loss of your brother, son and uncle. He was truly a wonderful person! Rest in Peace My Friend!
Love,
Cindy Romano
Dear Michael, Kristina and Mark: My sincerest condolences go out to you in response to the loss of your Dad. I have but one simple prayer….it is that God blesses and keeps your Dad in His care….
Ray, You will be sorely missed for your good character and sense of humor and being a good person. It was my pleasure and honor to have know you and worked with you at YNHH, but you are now in God's Loving Arms filled with His great peace.
MY heart-felt condolences to Ray's whole family in this time or sorrow and loss, but I hope you are comforted some knowing that God will take good care of him till you meet again.
God Bless you and comfort you all.
Laura,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your brother. My heart goes out to you and your family. I have been praying that God watches over you and your family at this time. Hold onto all the memories of your brother. Love you
The last two days were a remarkable and moving tribute to the deep love Ray had for life, family and friends. Ray truly was the ultimate gentleman and "Good Samaritan!" I pray deeply for the DeRosa family and for Ray, my once-in-a-lifetime dear friend.
Rest in God's glory, Ray. Lisa