Raymond V. CARIGNAN

Raymond V. Carignan -- June 17, 1942 -- January 27, 2005 -- MOOSUP -- Raymond V. Carignan, 62, of 98 Whippoorwill Dr., died at home, Thursday morning after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Taftville on June 17, 1942 to the late Oliver and Marie Louise (Adam) Carignan.Raymond was last employed at Columbia Ford as a salesman. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #34 in Taftville, and an Army Veteran from the Vietnam War. Ray would like to be known for his love of golf, and that he was fortunate enough to run his own golf course in Brooklyn.Ray is survived by his companion Kathleen Poirier with whom he made his home, her son Thomas Poirier and his wife Tracy and loving granddaughters Tammy & Chelsea Poirier. He is also survived by three brothers; Richard & Louis Carignan both of Norwich and Victor Estelle of Groton Long Point, four sisters; Elizabeth Yeznach of Gales Ferry, Helen Chiangi, Irene Henk both of Norwich, and Louise Lamothe of Montville. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews and many special friends. He was predeceased by three brothers; Andre, George and Leo Carignan.A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, February 12th at Sacred Heart Church in Taftville at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be private. There will be no procession from the funeral home. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of Northeastern Connecticut 320 Pomfret, St., Putnam, CT 062601836. The Guillot Funeral Home 75 So. B. St. Taftville is in charge of arrangements.