Raymond C. Simanowith

Birth date: Jan 4, 1945 Death date: Apr 26, 2025

Raymond Charles Simanowith, 80, passed away peacefully at home in Annapolis, Maryland, on the morning of April 26, 2025, surrounded by family. The cause was congestive heart failure. Born on January 4, 1945, in Queens, New York, Read Obituary

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Robert Cravens

24w ago

Time spent with Ray was always a good time marked by kindness, thoughtfulness, laughter, encouragement, unpretentious scholarship, and a healthy dose of friendly competitiveness.

For me, the good times spanned forty years in a bunch of places, including Italy and France, Delaware and Long Island. And countless visits to the always welcoming Amberley home.

It was there that Ray and Linda graciously hosted a college graduation party for my Jeanne-Marie and her dear friend Jade just about a year ago.

So many mental snapshots of Ray : Card and board games; sudoku; crosswords; jokes (especially the cheeky delight he took in the “no ‘f’ in” punchline); sharing after-dinner port; discussing Hamilton, Jefferson, the Federalist Papers, the Philly sports teams, and the significance of salt in history; reducing the Italian language to the single word “Prego” (LOL). Those are just a few of many gems.

Above all else, I am forever grateful for Uncle Ray’s lasting impact and influence on Christy’s and my kids. Over more than twenty years, he encouraged and advised them, entertained and amused them, and playfully challenged them with riddles, puzzles, and games.

Both our kids have pursued studies and career paths rooted in mathematics. That has Uncle Ray’s fingerprints all over it.

My Howard has even followed in some of Uncle Ray’s footsteps : A job offer from Raytheon and a position with Lockheed Martin.

We are all grateful for having Ray in our lives.

Sympathies to Linda and the family and the many loved ones. He cherished you all.

A life exceptionally well lived. RIP, Ray.

Robert Cravens
New York, NY
May 8, 2025

Azuka Okere

24w ago

in honor of Raymond.

Mr. Ray, you were a light in so many lives and in so many ways and kind without needing a reason and present in your family life without needing a praise and you truly dearly and deeply love your family. You make people feel secure. Safe, loved, welcomed and appreciated.
Even in your quietest moments, your presence spoke volumes.
Though you are gone but your memories must surely remain with us

You are a wonderful soul and I truly appreciate you

Journey well Mr. Ray and May the Great One Rest Your Gentle and Kind Soul In Peace.

Your Caregiver
Biddy

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Miguel Zuniga

24w ago

in honor of Raymond.

My deepest sympathy to Rays family and friends. I consider it a blessing to have worked with Ray for the few years that I did. I recall him being intelligent, helpful, encouraging and even inspiring to myself and to others. In this life he was a blessing to others, may the Lord, I pray, now bless him.
Miguel Zuniga

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Diane Ganun, Diane Herrschaft, Joyce Noonan, Lauretta Ross, & Kathi Watters

25w ago

Planted a grove of 5 Memorial Trees in honor of Raymond.

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James Simms

25w ago

I always loved visiting my Aunt and Uncle in Langhorne, Pennsylvania playing ping-pong with my Dad vs. Ray, Jerry and Uncle George (not usually 3 vs 2 but it seemed that way). Thrilled to rediscover Cousin Ray and Linda after we moved to Florida in 2004 and went to lunch or Zoo Tampa. Very smart with a great sense of humor. RIP

Susanne Ward

25w ago

My fondest memory of Ray was when he and Linda would come visit me at the beach condo i rented from them for years. They would come over and we’d visit and often talk for hours.

I am also forever grateful for all of the times he checked on me while going through my divorce. It was a rough time but Ray always made time to see how I was doing.

I will always have a special place in my heart
for Ray.
He truly left an impression on my heart.
❤️🙏🏻

Calin Duma

25w ago

To my friend and father figure,

You were more than my friend; you were like a father to me. For almost 30 years, you were a constant presence in my life: a best friend, a trusted confidant, and a source of unwavering support.

You were a man of rare humor and intelligence — always quick with a joke, always ready with thoughtful insight. Whether we were working side-by-side during our nearly 15 years as colleagues or simply sharing life’s ups and downs, you brought laughter, clarity, and warmth into every conversation.

Above all, you loved your family deeply. You spoke of them often and with pride, your eyes lighting up at the mention of their names. Your optimism was contagious, and your affection freely given. You had the rare ability to make everyone feel valued, seen, and cared for.

To say you made an impact on me would be an understatement. You shaped the course of my life with your guidance, kindness, and belief in me — the kind of influence that can never be repaid, only honored and deeply cherished.

Though you are no longer with us, your spirit lives on in the memories we share, the lessons you taught me, and the love you so generously gave. I will miss you every day and carry your memory forward with deep gratitude for the rest of my life.

With love always,
Calin, Evelyn and John

Robert Cravens

24w ago

Time spent with Ray was always a good time marked by kindness, thoughtfulness, laughter, encouragement, unpretentious scholarship, and a healthy dose of friendly competitiveness.

For me, the good times spanned forty years in a bunch of places, including Italy and France, Delaware and Long Island. And countless visits to the always welcoming Amberley home.

It was there that Ray and Linda graciously hosted a college graduation party for my Jeanne-Marie and her dear friend Jade just about a year ago.

Both our kids have pursued studies and career paths rooted in mathematics. That has Uncle Ray’s fingerprints all over it.

My Howard has even followed in some of Uncle Ray’s footsteps : A job offer from Raytheon and a position with Lockheed Martin.

We are all grateful for having Ray in our lives.

Sympathies to Linda and the family and the many loved ones. He cherished you all.

A life exceptionally well lived. RIP, Ray.

Robert Cravens
New York, NY
May 8, 2025

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