Born January 1, 1927 in Sudbury England and passed away suddenly but peacefully October 27, 2010.  Ray was predeceased by his wife Mollie (1973). He will be missed by his wife of 11 years, Sheila; daughters Frances Backie (Gordon) Donna Seaweed (Les) and Judith Green (Derek); as well as 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; Dave Backie (Jen) Corrado and Nikolas; Beth Morena (Dino); Robert Henson (Jen) Elijah and Isaac; Adam Henson (Christina) Isabella and Lukas; Jennifer Henson and Alexis.

Ray served in the Royal Navy in war time.  After immigrating in 1957, Ray worked with VPD as a finger print technician, and in later years as office manager at the Richmond Review Newspaper.

For many years Ray worked tirelessly with Boy Scouts in both Britain and in Richmond BC. In his retirement, was an active volunteer in New Westminster working with Community Policing and Century House.  For many years Ray served Holy Trinity Cathedral faithfully as Warden and in the choir.

A Memorial Service will be held at Holy Trinity, 514 Carnarvon St, New Westminster on November 17, 2010 at 11 AM.  Donations in memory, to Holy Trinity Cathedral, New Westminster would be appreciated.