Raymond Martin Alberti of Southwick, MA, age 88, passed away Monday, September 12. He was the son of the late John and Carmela “Minnie” (DelBouno) Alberti.
Raymond is survived by his wife of 66 years, Susanne (Groskritz), his children Louise, Robert, Carmela, and Diana; grandchildren Michael, Jessica, Codi, Kaylee, and Molly and great grandsons; Adam and Zach. Raymond was predeceased by his children Lynn, Laura, and Martin; brothers Anacleto and John; sisters Florence, Marie, and Judy.
Raymond was born in Hartford, CT and lived in Granby, CT before moving his family to Southwick, MA. He worked as a draftsman for 35 years at Hamilton Standard while simultaneously running the family farm in Southwick. He helped with Hartford County 4-H for 40 years, was a local Grange member, and managed his Christmas tree farm on Vining Hill Road. He loved woodworking and donated thousands of toys to the Springfield Shriners Hospital.
Raymond wished for a private gathering with immediate family members only. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to: Shriners Children’s New England
Attn. Donations ,516 Carew Street ,Springfield, MA 01104. Southwick Forastiere Funeral & Cremation, 624 College Highway, Southwick, MA, is entrusted with arrangements. www.forastierefuneralhome.com