Ray sadly and unexpectedly passed away on Thursday 4th December 2025, aged 80 years.
A loving and loyal husband, son, brother, brother in law, uncle and friend, he will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
A service to celebrate Ray's life will take place at the Surrey and Sussex Crematorium on Monday 19th January 2026 at 12noon. No flowers thank you.
Afterwards there will be a Reception at Copthorne Golf Club. All very welcome.
Donations in memory of Ray may be made to the Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Charitable Foundation. Ray was a repeat patient at the Minor Injuries Unit following his DIY escapades and more recently he had successful cataract surgery at the Hospital.
Donations can be made through the Justgiving page or by contacting the Funeral Director at chappellandrice.eastgrinstead@dignityfunerals.co.uk.
Service
DATE AND TIME
Monday 19th January 2026, 12:00pm
ADDRESS
Surrey & Sussex Crematorium St Richards Chapel, Balcombe Road, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 3NQ
Reception
DATE AND TIME
Monday 19th January 2026, 1:00pm
ADDRESS
Copthorne Golf Club, Borers Arms Road, Copthorne, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 3LL
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