Raymond J. Swift

Raymond J. Swift passed away on Thursday May 2, 2019 at Glens Falls Hospital.

He was born on November 28, 1958 in Torrington, CT to the late Michael R. Swift and Felicia (Bullwitt) Swift.

Raymond had a dedicated and distinguished career as a salesman, most recently working for Shoremaster in Fergus Falls, MN.

Ray loved everything the Saratoga area offered especially his time spent at Saratoga Race Course during the summer meet.  He also enjoyed golf, skiing, fishing and gardening.

Raymond is survived by his wife, Eleanor (Notuck) Swift, son, Michael and daughter, Anne. He also leaves brothers Barry Swift and John Swift, his sister Nell Wall-Ruwet (David) and nephew Brent Wall (Krystal). His many friends will miss him dearly.

We wish to express our sincere thanks to Glens Falls Hospital for the outstanding care they gave Raymond, especially Drs. Charles Yun and Dean Reali, the intensive care unit, T2, and GFH security.

Family and friends may call from 10:30 am to 11:45 am prior to the service at the funeral home.

A funeral service will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday May 7, 2019 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave. (Rt 9 / Maple Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY).

Interment following the service will be held at St. Peter’s Cemetery, 150 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY.

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