Sturbridge: Ralph W. Gajewski, 90, passed away on Sunday, March 3rd, with his daughters by his side at Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center in West Brookfield after a brief illness.

He was predeceased by his former wife of 27 years, Dorothy (Richard) Gajewski and his longtime partner Marsha Bader. He leaves his Daughters, Debra L. Titus and her husband Matthew of Jamesville, NY and Karen Niday and her husband Tim of Tully, NY; his grandchildren, Kyle Titus and his wife Alicia, Caitlin Griffin and her husband Richard, Tyler Niday and his partner Kate, Aaron Niday and his partner Jackie; 4 great grandchildren and his sister in law Gloria Ryan.

Ralph was born in Webster the son of Marcin and Elizabeth (Walkowiak) Gajewski.  He attended school in Webster and went on to serve in the US Navy during the Korean War.  He then held a long career at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft, in East Hartford, CT for 40+ years.

Ralph was an avid sportsman enjoying archery, hunting and fishing. He loved teaching his grandchildren and many others the sports he thoroughly enjoyed. As a lifetime member of the Hamilton Rod & Gun Club, Ralph was a founding member of "The Big MOE", a sportsmen expo for children. Ralph was also a fan of the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. He enjoyed many games with his good friend Hanford Clay.

If you knew Ralph, you knew he enjoyed each and every day/season and lived life to the fullest.

Burial will take place at a later date. The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, is directing arrangements.