H. Paine Obituary

H. Ray Paine September 20, 1945 - July 1, 2025
Pomfret Center – H. Ray Paine, 79, of Cheney Road, passed away unexpectedly on July 1, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Chris (Christensen) Paine, with whom he shared 58 wonderful years of marriage. Born in Putnam, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Howard and Laura (Lungren) Paine.
A lifelong resident of Pomfret, Ray was a highly respected restoration mason known for his expertise in 17th- and 18th-century construction. He began his career working alongside his father, eventually taking over the business, which he led with skill and dedication until his retirement in 2012.
Ray and Chris were passionate campers, beginning their adventures when their youngest daughter was just six weeks old. Over the years, they created countless memories with their family through vacations and extended RV trips across the country.
Together, Ray and Chris founded R & C Acres Sugarhouse in 1982 which operated successfully for more than a decade. Whether he was working in the sugar bush or teaching a group of schoolchildren, Ray came alive when sharing his deep knowledge of and love for nature and all it provides. Ray and Chris also served at 4-H Swine Leaders with the Pomfret Livestocker's.
He was a proud member of Putnam Lodge #46 AF&AM and a longtime camper at Travelers Woods of New England Campground, where he formed many lasting friendships.
Including his wife, Chris, H. Ray is survived by his two daughters: Lena Travinski and her husband Christopher of Woodstock, CT, and Heather Logsdon and her husband Jimmy of Thompson, CT; his surrogate son, Stephen Breen and his wife Mia of Brooklyn, CT; three grandsons, Lucas, Tyler, and Aaron; and two granddaughters, Laura and Shannon.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with H. Ray's family from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church Street, Putnam, CT. A memorial service for H. Ray will start at 6pm. Burial will be private. Memorial donations may be made to Springfield Shriners Hospital, 516 Carew Street, Springfield, MA 01104. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
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