Richard Allen Raynor

Richard Allen Raynor, born on June 6th, 1934, on Long Island, NY (to the late Richard & Lillian Raynor) passed away at 89-years old on Sunday, April 14th, 2024. He leaves behind a loving family, including his wife, Margaret Penny Raynor; two sons, Jeffrey S. Raynor (Carole) and Todd D. Raynor (Monica); one daughter, Nancy L. Morano (Matt); and his two grandsons, Mason M. Morano and Dominic M. Morano. He also leaves behind a sister, Judith A. Humphrey, and several nieces and a nephew.

Richard's journey through life was marked by dedication and hard work. During his high school years, he worked multiple part-time jobs to save money for college. After his graduation from Freeport High School in 1952, Richard served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was stationed at Fort Jackson, SC and Fort Benning, GA. He honorably separated from the Army in 1956.

After his military service, Richard pursued higher education, attending William & Mary University, and later earning a Bachelor of Science (1965) and a Master of Business Administration (1969) from Hofstra University.

Richard married Clare M. Familton in 1957 in Hempstead, NY. They had three children during their marriage. In 1972, they moved to Vienna, VA where they raised their family. After 36-years of marriage, they divorced.

His professional career spanned several decades, during which he made significant contributions to various organizations, including the Long Island Lighting Company, NY (1957-1965), Ebasco Services, Inc., NY (1965-1971), and COMSAT in Washington, D.C. (1971-1976). Later, Richard joined the electric utility division of the General Services Administration (1980-1992). In 1992, he moved from Virginia to Oregon where he worked as a utility rates administrator for the Bonneville Power Administration for four years until he retired in 1996.

In 1996, Richard married Margaret Penny Huff in Multnomah, OR. They made their home in Milwaukie, OR. Together, they traveled the world extensively – including a 17-day bus tour of Europe and 38 cruises. They also enjoyed drives along the Columbia River Gorge and having brunch at the Skamania Lodge.

Richard often shared stories of growing up on Long Island and his deep interest in Raynor family history. As a descendant of Edward Raynor who came to America from England in 1636, and settled "Raynortown" (Freeport, NY) in 1659, he spent many hours researching and collecting family history. It was important to him that he share his proud family history with his children.

Having been born on Long Island, NY, Richard was always drawn to the water. He found his greatest joy in swimming in the ocean (no matter how cold). Richard's final wish was to have his ashes scattered at a waterfront park near his beloved Freeport, NY childhood home. This is where he held fond memories of growing up on Nassau Avenue and watching his father take out his fishing boat.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to the Raynor Family Association Scholarship Program, or to Wounded Warrior Project, in his name.

May Richard rest in eternal peace, knowing that he touched the lives of many and left behind a lasting legacy in his children and grandchildren.