Raymond Peter ”Mouse” Pragluski, Jr. passed away on July 9, 2021 in Marlin, TX. Raymond was born on November 19, 1946, in New Britain, CT to Raymond and Philomene Pragluski (Motes). He was a graduate of Cathedral High School in Springfield, MA.
Ray proudly served his country as an Army Ranger in the Vietnam War. He was a proud member of the Patriot Riders, the America Legion Riders and the Shriners. Ray worked as a tool and dye grinder for various companies in his life including Hamilton Standard in Windsor Locks, CT and Pratt and Whitney in Hartford, CT. Ray was also a 32nd degree mason.
He is survived by his five children, Michael Stevens of West Grove, PA, Raymond Pragluski III, Lisa Hamel of Agawam, MA, Nadene Pragluski of West Springfield, MA, and David Buscemi of Longmeadow, MA. Ray has twelve grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Robert Pragluski of Springfield, MA, Judithe Pragluski of Niantic, CT, Joan Marshall of Los Angeles, CA, Rita Hurley of Ludlow, MA, and Karen Beaudry of Los Angeles, CA. He leaves behind many friends that became family including two of his closest friends, Brandon Saenz of Waco, TX and Eddie Gomez of Brownwood, TX.
He was preceded in death by his son, Evan Buscemi; and his parents, Raymond and Philomene Pragluski.
Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Wounded Warrior Project.
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So sorry for your loss Nadene and Family 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Prayers for God’s peace and comfort for the family and friends. Mouse is already missed.
Ray was a special friend to my late husband, Michael Estep, and to me. He rode my husband’s motorcycle and wore his jacket in the funeral procession to Central Texas Veterans’ Cenetery in Killeen. After that he took my motorcycles, taking them to be inspected and running them a while. He always showed me kindness and often called to check on me. Ray was happiest touring and helping people. He was a noble man and a true friend.
Had some good times and good rides Mouse. I will miss the banter between you and Bill. Will see you in the Promised land. He was a good friend to many.
All the stories, jokes, and laughs I miss him deeply. God Bless you Mouse, God Speed getting your Angel wings.
Rest In Peace my Brother. You are missed and always will be. Ride the heavens
Bye dad