Raymond E. Falgowski, veteran, devout Catholic

Raymond E. Falgowski of Lewes passed away peacefully Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, with his family by his side. He was born May 13, 1948, to the late Edward and Catherine (Tomlinson) Falgowski in Wilmington. Ray was the oldest of four children, and attended St. Elizabeth School and church. 

After graduation, Ray proudly served our country as a sergeant in the U.S. Army. Soon after his honorable discharge, Ray met and married his best friend, Ginny. Together they raised their three boys, Craig, Neil and Phil. Raising his sons and watching them grow into fine men was his most treasured accomplishment. 

After retiring from the United Parcel Service, Ray and Ginny moved permanently to Lewes Beach, where Ray enjoyed fishing and hunting with his family and friends. Being a devoted Catholic, Ray was a very active member of St. Jude the Apostle Church, where he was a fourth-degree Knight of Columbus and a past grand knight for Monsignor Desmond Council.

Carrying that strong Catholic faith helped Ray persevere during his illness and served him in going to his final home.

Ray is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Ginny; his three sons, Craig, Neil (Angela) and Phil (Michelle); his brothers, Edmond (Debbie) and Ken (Cindy); and his sister, Christine; sister-in-law, Janice Brierley; and a host of nieces and nephews. Ray is also survived by his loving grandchildren who will always feel his love, strength and guidance.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 12, at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes, where friends may visit beginning at 10 a.m. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, monetary contributions can be made to St. Jude the Apostle Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes, DE 19958.

Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes.

Visit Ray's Life Memorial webpage and sign his online guestbook at parsellfuneralhomes.com.