Raymond M. “Ray” Bakomenko, Sr.
May 25, 1927 - October 10, 2026
Raymond M. “Ray” Bakomenko, Sr., age 99, of New Castle, DE, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Born in Brody, Poland on May 25, 1927, he was a son of the late Karol and Anna (Kowalczuk) Bakomenko. Ray proudly served in the United States Army during World War II. He made his career as a senior draftsman for the City of Wilmington until his retirement.
A devout Catholic, Ray was a member of Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church since 1965. He also enjoyed being a member of Howard Weston Senior Center, the West End Rod & Gun Club in Wilmington, and the American Legion. Ray loved spending his free time relaxing with his newest books and magazines or working on a crossword puzzle. A talented pool player, he challenged his friends to shoot pool up until recently. In his younger years, Ray looked forward to traveling to new places with his late wife, Ann. He also loved spending summer days at the Jersey Shore, taking long walks and collecting seashells. Ray also enjoyed collecting pens.
In addition to his parents, Ray was preceded in death by his wife, Ann C. (Mongillo) Bakomenko; and his sister, Helen Staats. He is survived by his children, Sharon Neel, Joseph Bakomenko (Linda M.), Sheila Kern, Raymond Bakomenko, Jr. (Linda D.) and Sandra Boeckel (Lester); 9 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandDAUGHTERS.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 a.m., following the visitation, at Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church, 801 North DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE. Interment will follow in Cathedral Cemetery, 2400 Lancaster Avenue, Wilmington, DE.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ray’s memory to the Howard Weston Senior Center, 1 Bassett Avenue, Manor Park, New Castle, DE 19720 or online by clicking here; or to Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church, at the address listed above or online by clicking here.
Barbara Gott
Praying for all of the family He was a wonderful man ! Will miss him at Mass He is in Heaven now no more suffering ! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻
Kenny Foster
Iam going to Miss you young man. .I hope I can be as strong as you at 99.
Patty Smith
Mr. Ray was one of the sweetest men I have ever met. I know he was very loved and will be missed tremendously. Sending all of my love and prayers to Sharon, Johnna and the rest of the family as they navigate this heartbreak.
James
Ray was a good friend and a good pool shooter I will definitely miss him greatly
Tina Ramsey
I am sorry for your loss. I will miss him at mass. Your family is in my prayers.
Brittany L.
Such an amazing man!! What a blessing to have had 99 years of life, love, and memories! Praying that the family find comfort in the beautiful legacy he leaves behind and the many special moments that you all will carry in your heart.
Kelly Dorsey
I’m so sorry for the loss of your dad. He was loved by all of us old team memebers of FleetOne, and we’ll remember him with such warmth and affection. Please know that I’m grieving with you and keeping you and your family close in my heart.
After so many years together, you’re much more than a coworker, you’re a good friend. I hope you feel surrounded by that love and support as you navigate this difficult time.
Prescious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servant, Psalm 116:15