Thomas Ernest Ray

Thomas Ernest Ray, 84, of Poland, Maine, passed away on September 21, 2025, in Lewiston, ME.

Tom was born in Boston, MA on June 22, 1941, son of the late Kenneth and Marjorie (Gray) Ray. Tom grew up in Arlington, MA, and raised his family in Littleton, MA. He retired to Poland, ME and Naples, FL. Tom was a loving husband, dad, grandfather, and great grandfather. His life was a tribute to the power of love, family, and a strong work ethic.

Tom graduated from Arlington High school in 1959. With immense dedication, he received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Northeastern University. He worked for Honeywell and Beth Isreal Hospital until becoming the third-generation owner of the family business, Ray Engineering Co. in 1978. He retired in 2006. Tom enjoyed reading, photography, gardening, and sports, especially the Boston Red Sox and Bruins. He was a 50+ year past master of Russell Masonic Lodge in Arlington, MA. Tom enjoyed spending time at his family camp on Thompson Lake, in Poland, Maine. Five generations of family have been able to enjoy the camp with Tom since he, his father, and brothers built it in 1957. If Tom wasn’t spending time at camp in the nice weather, you could find him golfing or fishing.

Tom is survived by his wife of 62 wonderful years, Phyllis (Robinson) Ray, and four beautiful children, Donna, William (Christine), Pamela Larsen (Scott), and Todd (Tiffany). Tom has seven beloved grandchildren, Kayla Wielki (Craig), Kevin Larsen, Kellie Larsen, Edwin, Max, Gavin, and Rilyn, plus three adored great grandsons, Cole, Caden, and Cooper Wielki. He is also survived by his two brothers, John and James (Betty), and sister-in-law Janet Ray, as well as many nieces, nephews, and thoughtful friends.

Family and friends will gather to honor and remember Tom on September 26, 2025. Calling hours will be held from 11:00am-1:00pm, with a Masonic service at 12:45pm, at Badger Funeral Home, 347 King St., Littleton, Massachusetts. In loving memory of Tom, the family asks that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to TLEA (Thompon Lake Environmental Association), or the Alzheimer Association, dedicated to fighting the disease that impacted Tom and his family members.

TLEA (Thompson Lake Environmental Association)

PO Box 25

Oxford, ME 04270

Alzheimer Association

383 U.S. Rte 1 #2C

Scarborough, ME 04074

Arrangements are under the care of Badger Funeral Home, A Life Celebration Home, 347 King St., Littleton, MA 978-486-3709