Stanley E. Raczka Jr

Stanley Edward Raczka Jr.,79, of Southington, CT passed away on May 26, 2012 at Hartford Hospital. Born on March 14, 1933 and raised in New Britain, he was the son of the late Stanley Edward Raczka Sr. and Helen (Prestash) Raczka. Stanley attended Sacred Heart School and graduated from New Britain High School. He was a veteran who served in the United States Army as an MP. Before retiring, Stanley worked as a Tool and Die Designer for Tuttle and Bailey and the Wiremold Company. Stan was an avid Red Sox fan, enjoyed watching the UCONN men's and women's basketball teams, as well as all of his grandchildren's sporting events.

He is survived by his beloved wife of over 50 years, Adela (Kowalczyk) Raczka and his four children: Susan Raczka of Southington, Michael Raczka of Southington, Nancy Sullivan and her husband Timothy of Plainville, and Diane Malloy and her husband Kevin of Tolland. He also leaves his eight grandchildren: Tara, Christian, Mitchell, Timothy, Kyle, Madison, Connor, and Mackenzie. Stan is survived by his brother William Raczka and his wife Jean of Southington, a sister Joan Lorencz of Montrose, MI and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter-in-law Lisa (Niland) Raczka.

His family would like to thank all those who cared for him especially those at Fresenius Medical Care.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Stanley's memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 2139 Silas Deane Hwy Ste 208, Rocky Hill, CT 06067-2339.

There will be no calling hours. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 1, 2012 at 11a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 130 Summer Street, Plantsville, CT. Arrangements are being handled by Plantsville Funeral Home. For online condolences please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.

FUNERAL SERVICES

In lieu of flowers, donations in Stanley's memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 2139 Silas Deane Hwy Ste 208, Rocky Hill, CT 06067-2339.

There will be no calling hours. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 1, 2012 at 11a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 130 Summer Street, Plantsville, CT. Arrangements are being handled by Plantsville Funeral Home. For online condolences please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.