Employee Message from President and CEO Kevin Corbett
April 18, 2020
Dear Colleagues,
It is with great sorrow that I share the news that NJ TRANSIT Senior Vice President & General Manager of Rail Operations, Raymond P. Kenny, has passed away from COVID-19-related complications. Ray has led NJ TRANSIT Rail Operations since January 2019 and he will be deeply missed.
Ray’s reputation and experience in the industry are unparalleled. The leadership and incredible wealth of railroad knowledge Ray brought with him has truly made a positive impact on our organization and I’m grateful for his contributions. Ray was not only a colleague, but I considered him a friend.
We’re also mourning the loss of two other long-serving, dedicated employees from the NJ TRANSIT family. NJ TRANSIT Bus Operator Kendall Nelson passed away yesterday. Kendall worked out of Oradell Garage and served our customers with pride and honor for more than 28 years. We are incredibly thankful for Kendall’s service.
We’re also deeply saddened by the loss of Rail Operations employee Gale Neblett. Gale spent a distinguished career at NJ TRANSIT that spanned more than 32 years, most recently as an Accounting Clerk in the Rail Verification Department. We are grateful for Gale’s commitment and service to NJ TRANSIT.
I ask that you keep the families and loved ones of Ray, Kendall and Gale in your thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Warmly,
Kevin
