Ray Camosy, 97, passed away on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at the Addison surrounded by his loving family.Born on August 14, 1921 in Kenosha, WI. He was the son of the late Dominic and Regina Camosy who emigrated to the U.S. from Le Marche, Italy in 1904.He graduated from Kenosha High School in 1939 and later earned a degree from the College of Engineering at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. During World War II, Ray served for 3 and a half years with the U.S. Army Air Force, being assigned to Kadena air base in Okinawa, where he supervised the maintenance of B-29s. He was honorably discharged in 1946, achieving the rank of Captain.On June 7, 1947 he married Louise Ferraro at the Holy Rosary Church in Kenosha. Together they raised five children in Kenosha. In October 1947, Ray joined Camosy Construction Company which his father founded in 1910. Ray served as President, CEO and Chairman of the company overseeing its growth for over 40 years.Devoted to ongoing development within our community, he went on to serve in various leadership roles with many local organizations, including: Chairman of the Board at St. Catherine’s Hospital, Chairman of the Kenosha Youth Foundation, President of the Wisconsin Chapter of the Associated General Contractors, Board member of the First National Bank of Kenosha and member of the Toastmasters Club of Kenosha. Ray was also a member of Mount Carmel Church in Kenosha.In addition to his beloved wife of 71 years, Louise, Ray is survived by: 5 children, Arthur Camosy (Diane Wilkinson), Raymond Camosy (Mary Ann), Laurie Pearsall (Morgan Pearsall), Jeannie Camosy (David Himebrook), John Camosy (Debbie), 8 grandchildren, Dr. Charles Camosy (Paulynn), Robert Camosy, Kathleen Camosy, Diana Camosy (Maurice Robinson) Courtney Himebrook, Jennifer Himebrook, Trisha Camosy, Kevin Camosy and 4 great-grandchildren, Jenie, Jonathon, Gina and Thaddeus Camosy.He was preceded in death by his brothers, Arthur, Raoul, Joseph, and his sister Gloria.The family would like to thank The Addison of Pleasant Prairie and Heartland Hospice Care for their assistance over the past months, and especially Ray’s dear nephew, Art Maurer and his wife Rita Chiappetta, for their devoted support and loving friendship over many years.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, January 18th, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church at 12:00 p.m. Visitation will be at the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. Interment will be held privately at All Saints Cemetery immediately following.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th Street Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Ray’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Carol Sente
January 18, 2019
Dear John, Debbie, Trisha, Raymond and entire Camosy Family, my sincere condolences for your loss. I’m glad I had the honor of meeting your dad at Camosy’s anniversary event several years ago. He had a big personality and kind soul. Sending you prayers and hugs. Carol Sente
Joe and Carol Ferraro
January 17, 2019
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Karen Jambrek
January 16, 2019
Dear Camosy Family,Our deepest sympathies for your loss of such a wonderful man and dear friend to my father Louis Albano. Please know our prayers are with you.
Gary & Kathy Ladousa
January 16, 2019
Our sincerest condolences to Louise, Art, Raymond, Laurie, Jeannie, John and to everyone else in the Camosy family. Ray was one of a kind, the proverbial "they broke the mold after he was made". I was lucky enough to spend twenty five years of my professional career working for Ray. He showed by his actions what a person of integrity should look like. He was someone to emulate. Thanks, Ray, for showing us the right way. Rest in Peace.
Terry and Mark Schultz
January 16, 2019
We're wishing the entire family peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in our hearts.Terry and Mark Schultz
Jason Rasch
January 16, 2019
Dear Camosy Family,Ray's impact on the construction industry will last for many more years to come. Many of us had a chance to meet and know Ray and found him to be such a gentle, kind man, with much so much wisdom and knowledge. His service to our country will never be forgotten. Our deepest condolences and prayers during this difficult time...Jason, Larry, and the Rasch Family.
JOAN
January 16, 2019
To all of the family. Uncle Ray will be truly missed. He was such a caring and giving man.Love, Joan and Patrick Hansen
Anonymous
January 15, 2019
To Louise and the Entire Camosy Family ... Ray was a fine man ___ a leader in the construction industry (true professional) ___ he was always kind to me as a next generation contractor ... his legacy is prominent ... he made a positive impact on Southeastern Wisconsin and Northeastern Illinois ... With Respect, Donny Pfarr, Jr.
Jillian
January 15, 2019
I’m very sorry for your loss, please accept my sincere condolences. Grief can be so hard especially the first year and though it may seem like death is the final state of things God’s word offers the hope of seeing those lost in death again during the promised resurrection. Christ spoke of this resurrection which means a standing back up, a restoration to life. At John 5:28,29 and John 6:40 he says in part “do not marvel at this there is going to be a resurrection...I will resurrect him on the last day”. So be assured you can be reunited with your loved one at a time when all things are made new. A time of true peace and security! You can read this at Psalms 37:10,11,29 and Revelation 21:4,5. There are many more heartwarming scriptures that give comfort and hope. For more please visit jw.org