Tribute Wall
Thursday
1
January
Funeral Service
Thursday, January 1, 1970
St. Joseph's Church
43 Gebhardt Rd.
Penfield, New York, United States
Service Time: 11:00 AM
Saturday
27
June
Interment at: Oakwood Cemetery
12:15 pm
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Oakwood Cemetery
1975 Baird Road
Penfield, New York, United States
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mitchell raymond leach posted a condolence
Thursday, October 15, 2009
he was my grandfather. my role model for my dream to join the military. i remember when i found the news he had passed i didnt have a word to say. i was devastated. he was the best man i knew and he will never be forgoten. god bless raymond t. cleary.
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Kate Travis posted a condolence
Friday, July 3, 2009
I first met Ray when he was a Rochester Police Officer, manning the corner at Main and Clinton! I think that was in the late seventies. I didn't see him for several years after that until 1983 when my Grandma died and the service was at Mattle's Funeral Home on Culver Rd. I was honored to find Ray upon his motorcycle at the head of my Grandma's procession. I saw him once or twice after that, briefly, at other funerals, but in November of 1996 my Grandpa died. Again, the services were at Mattle's. And, sure enough......there was Ray, upon his trusty steed again, leading my Grandpa's procession. I thought Ray was a really cool guy! He was friendly, ALWAYS happy, kind, and of course humorous. Witty, Irish humor! But I will remember Ray in his putts, boots, and jacket sitting upon his motorcycle, smiling and saluting a wave as he drives off. May God Bless you all and please know that Ray is in my prayers and in my heart. I am sure he is leading some processional up in Heaven!!
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Lisa S. Donaloio Thyne posted a condolence
Friday, June 26, 2009
Dear Helene and Family,
I am so deeply saddened to hear of Ray's passing. I had full intentions of coming to pay my respects but my schedule will not allow it. I wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and how many wonderful memories I have of time spent with all of you over the many escort parties at your home. I hope it helps to know that the thoughts and prayers of family and friends are with you at this time. Love, Lisa
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Kay Abrams Hayes posted a condolence
Friday, June 26, 2009
Helene , My heart and thoughts are with you and yours. Ray was a good man and will be missed. Take care of yourself duting this difficult time.
Kay
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J. McAvoy posted a condolence
Friday, June 26, 2009
There will be an obvious void in the front pew at the 7:30 Sunday Masses. Ray 'fought the good fight' along with a most loving and supportive wife. Helene, I believe you are the most compassionate, gentle person I know.
You have been and will continue to be held in my heart and remembered in my prayers.
Love to you at this difficult time,
JoAnne (Vince too!)
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Christine Newcomb posted a condolence
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Ray was a great friend to all of us in the Parking Department at the UofR. He had a great smile that was contagous. He was very proud of his family and what they all accompliched. I will miss him dearly.
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Faithful Friend posted a condolence
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Sometimes there are no words only love.
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chris mayer posted a condolence
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Dear Dan, im so sorry to hear about your father ,i hope you are doing ok , my father died in 2005 of cancer i now it will take a will to get over the lose , but as i remember you , you have a lot of strength and a loving heart to make it though ps your ( alberta st friend) peace always
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Colleen Leach Dittman posted a condolence
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Colleen, Pete, Jack, Quinn, Mitch, Cleary family:
Sorry to hear of your loss, you have our deepest sympathies.
-Dittman family
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Ed Giblin posted a condolence
Thursday, June 25, 2009
My sincere condolences at the passing of a real gentleman and a fine police officer.... Ray was an inspiration and a role model to those fortunate enough to have made his acquaintance.
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Alex Tahou posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Rays memory will be eternal. He was a part of my life since I was very small and was a dear friend of our family. His life has helped guide me during hard times. His courage and will to live and work hard have given me power to face the tough days in my own life. He will be dearly missed. May God bless his soul and his family
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Charles and Mary Claire Lyons posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Helene: We were sad for you and your family when we learned at Mass of Ray's death on Saturday. Know that we are thinking of you daily. He was a brave man, a fighter, and a friend. We will see you on Friday, and again on Saturday at the funeral Mass. We send our sympathy to you and your children.
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Jan Dougherty posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Helene & family - please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I did not know Ray personally but know of him though working with Helene at Shepherd Home. Our prayers are with you all.
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Bill Rogers posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Red will be missed. Memories of when he had a gas station downtown and when he raced a 1954 Dodge at Spencer Speedway with "Red Ram" written on the side. And lots of memories throughout the years, on the job and off!
Now it is time to take it easy Red, luv ya buddy.
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Bing C. Reaves Sr. posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
To the Cleary Family,
I am sorry about the lost of Ray. It is another Legacy gone from the Rochester Police Dept. Everyone in the City of Rochester knew and loved "Red" Cleary. I enjoyed working the six years with Goodman 266. Ray was often by Back Up and visa versa. They just don't make them like Ray anymore. I belive GOD broke the mold after he was born. No more suffering,Rest in Peace Ray!
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Lou D'Angelo posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
To the Cleary family. Ray was an honorable and hardworking police officer, a true gentleman. Thank you for sharing him with us.
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Kate McIntee posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
My thoughts of working with Ray from his RPD days were wonderful! He was the RGH ED's evening cop- and he always supported my staff. I also had the privilege of caring for him and his family when he required emergency care. He was just the best! One life can touch many- Ray touched many. God Bless you Ray. My sympathy to your family.
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Colleen posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Thank you for being a wonderful father, husband and grandfather. You will be missed more than anyone can imagine. I love you Dad, your daughter Colleen Ann
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Bob Keeley posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
My condolences to the extended Cleary family during your time of mourning. I had the privilege to work with Ray in the Goodman Section during the early eighties. He was a steadying influence for all of the young officers that served with him. Your family is in my prayers.
Respectfully,
Bob Keeley
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Kim Forsythe posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Sue and family....
So sorry for your loss, your dad was such a good man with a great smile and will alwys be remembered.
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Rich Kirby posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
My deepest condolences to Ray's family. Ray was a good man and a good cop and will be missed so very much
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Judy Tripp-Neu posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Red's passing. He was a wonderful man, good friend, and colleague who could always make you laugh. He always had a kind word for everyone, and time to ask about your day.
I know he was a man of faith, and I know he will watch over his loved ones and live on in their hearts forever.
Semper fi, my friend.
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paul boccacino posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
I found so early on in my RPD career and assigned to the Atlantic Section 3rd pltn., that I was most blessed and fortunate to work not only in the adjoining section where Ray worked but to be 265 car while Ray was 266 car. He became an informal mentor that i'll never forget owe him much.
Thank you for everything Ray..
From "A-265 car.."
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John Dianni posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Ray was a good man and a great cop. He will be sorely missed, he is now holding roll call in heaven. Bye "Red"
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Larry Shur posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Ray was a great guy. My memories of him go back about 30 years, but I got to know him 13 years ago when I bought a motorcycle from him (Tombstone). He was always there to help with problems and lend a hand. He was how I remembered cops when I was a kid, firm but fair,no attitude but commanding respect. I'll always remember and miss him.
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Ed & Cheryl O'Shaughnessy posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Even though Ray gave me a ticket I always thought he was a standup guy. His life evolved around the "Golden Rule". Ed
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Carl C. Simms posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
When I first came on the job as a Police Officer and worked 3rd platoon I met Ray. Now I never saw a guy wearing a handlebar mustache like Ray. He always looked and acted professional. I respected him, we grew to be good friends and Helene you know some of the things Ray and I did to each other over the years even after I retired, and YOU were involved also. I learned a lot from Ray while on the job and looked up to him. I will miss him but I always know that he will be here for all of us in spirit. God Bless
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Ada Lana Simms posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Gentle heart yet courageous.
God bless your family. Heaven is just the beginning.
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Donna Frank posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Ray:
It's an honor and privilege to have known you. Your family is near and dear to me and always will be thanks to you and Helene. Rest in peace knowing that they will carry on in your footsteps. They will lead by example and how could they not, you were their best teacher. Be proud of them because they definitely were proud of you. Look down on us all and keep us safe.
Love,
Donna
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Joe, Frank Martin and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
To the Cleary family, Ray was a man of class and integrity and will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Ed & Sue Sulewski posted a condolence
Monday, June 22, 2009
Always a gentleman with a smile. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Our sincere sympathy.
Ed & Sue Sulewski
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Laine Williams posted a condolence
Monday, June 22, 2009
Officer Ray Cleary was well known to myself and friends as teens growing-up on the east side. He had an enormous impact on me that I didn't even realize until I became an adult. Although he is physically gone, his ideals live on not only through his family but through mine as well. Thank you Officer Cleary. May God Bless you.
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