Capt. Munidat Persaud

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Nov. 2, 2018

Capt. Munidat Persaud
Igor Sikorsky Senior Squadron
Connecticut Wing

Raj Persaud, 47, passed away in a tragic accident in Long Island Sound on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. He was the beloved husband of Tricia (LaRose) Persaud and son of Drupattie Persaud and the late L.D. Persaud.Raj was a pilot and flight instructor for Oxford Air for several years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and mentoring those around him.Raj was well-loved by family, friends, and all those who knew him personally. The passion he had for teaching and flying will never be forgotten.Besides his wife and his mother, Raj leaves behind his four children, Raj Jr., Mary, Grace and Madison, all of Waterbury. He also leaves behind his sister, Ramona Persaud of Waterbury; nephew, Aaron Shiwnarine Jr.; niece, Alissa Shiwnarine; as well as many extended family members.