Tribute Wall
Monday
17
February
Visitation
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Monday, February 17, 2025
Donald V. Brown Funeral Home
36 Lake Avenue Drive
Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
(905) 662-2948
Monday
17
February
Visitation
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Monday, February 17, 2025
Donald V. Brown Funeral Home
36 Lake Avenue Drive
Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
(905) 662-2948
Monday
17
February
Pomen
8:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Monday, February 17, 2025
Donald V. Brown Funeral Home
36 Lake Avenue Drive
Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
(905) 662-2948
Tuesday
18
February
Funeral Service
11:00 am
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Cathedral
149 Nash Road South
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Interment
Woodland Cemetery
700 Spring Garden Road
Burlington, Ontario, Canada
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Ken Buchanan posted a condolence
Friday, April 4, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear of Ray's passing, I met him when we went to Delta High School. I remember him saying I have to be careful, I want to be a Police Officer. Years later I met him at a computer store, introduced him to my wife, asked him where he was working, he said homicide, looked at my wife's shocked look and said it's ok he's a detective. Condolences to his family, rest in peace Ray.
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Mirko Kuruc posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
One of the first emails I received as a recruit officer in January 2008 was from Radovan. It’s simply stated to come and “see him” when I was downtown lol. I had never met him in person prior to our first meet but I had heard of the veteran, high ranking Serbian police officer through our community. He was an absolute gentleman and gave me sound advice on how to properly navigate through a long policing career. I’ll cherish that conversation, and the subsequent conversations we had before his retirement. He was an absolute professional and a gentleman. My deepest condolences to his wife and daughters. I was happy to meet you all briefly at his visitation. He will never be forgotten by his Hamilton Police Family.
Zbogom,
Mirko Kuruc
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Mike Campbell posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
For many years in the Hamilton Police Service, I worked nearby and considered Ray to be a trustworthy colleague. Later, we attend the University of Guelph intensive weekends together. I truly valued his friendship. I will cherish the memories that he has left me with. Mike Campbell
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Mladenka Starivlah posted a condolence
Monday, February 17, 2025
On behalf of the Starivlah family, we would like to send our sincerest heartfelt condolences to the entire Rikic family. We wish you all the utmost strength during this time.
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Larry Baatz posted a condolence
Monday, February 17, 2025
On behalf of the Baatz family we want to send our sincere condolences to the entire Rikic family.
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Tom Rusich posted a condolence
Monday, February 17, 2025
On behalf of the Rusich family we want to send our sincere condolences to the entire Rikic family. Ray was a passionate leader within our Serbian Community. Ray always found time to talk to people and help them in any way, if he could. The reason for his compassion and kind understanding can be attributed to spending more than half his life as a police officer protecting the people of Hamilton. We were blessed to have Ray watching over us. May God bless Him and May He Rest in Peace.
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Slobodan Levnaić posted a condolence
Monday, February 17, 2025
Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences. We will always remember Ray as a kind and gentle soul with an affectionate smile. May GOD give you strength to get through the difficult days ahead. Memory Eternal, Vječnaja Pamjat i Slava ☦️❤️ Slobodan, Maryann, and Nikolina Levnaić
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Glenn De Caire, Chief of Police (Ret.) posted a condolence
Monday, February 17, 2025
Joyce and Family, I hope that you can draw strength in knowing how many people cared deeply about Ray and are sending thoughts and prayers to all of you. I am so proud of our time that we worked together and our friendship built over many years. It was always a pleasure to see both of you annually cooking in Division 1 for the officers at Christmas and so representative of your kindness. Ray was the consummate professional and took time to mentor others. His work will carry on for many years to come. Our deep condolences and wish that we could have attended in person to show our support.
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S. Alexander Secretary posted a condolence
Sunday, February 16, 2025
On behalf of the Worshipful Master, Line Officers and Brethren of Battlefield Lodge No.61 (formerly Acacia Lodge No.61), we extend our most sincere sympathies and condolences to Joyce and the family on your loss of such a special man.
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Patti Cole-Stever posted a condolence
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Joyce and Family
Sending my sincerest condolences to you all at this difficult time.
Ray was always a gentleman who greeted me, and us all, with a smile and a handshake. He was always ready to share his knowledge.
Ray will remain in my memory as a great guy ~ may God rest his soul in peace.
Best regards,
Patti Cole-Stever
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Paul Henderson posted a condolence
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Joyce and family...Please accept my sincerest condolences.
I too, like many here, had the pleasure of working with Ray for a number of years. That man could weave a tale! The preeminent story teller. Ray was a fine man, an excellent and dedicated officer and a mentor to many. Gone far too soon. He will be greatly missed. Blessings to the entire Rikic family.
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Scott Balinson posted a condolence
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Joyce. My condolences to you and your family. Scott Balinson
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wayne moore posted a condolence
Sunday, February 16, 2025
I had the pleasure of working along side Ray on the Hamilton Police Service during our careers over many years. Ray was the consummate gentleman, dedicated to his love of policing and helping others. I was proud to call him a "brother officer" and have nothing but great respect for him both as a police officer and a friend. My sincere condolences to his wife and family.
Wayne Moore
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Mišo posted a condolence
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Dragom rođaku Radovanu neka bude laka zemlja. Iako se nismo imali prilike često viđati, njegova blizina je uvijek bila sveprisutna, a naglo nastala praznina je znak koliko nam je ovaj dobar čovjek doista značio. Obitelji Rikić želimo mirno i iskreno saučešće.
Obitelj Peranović iz Hrvatske
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Cvijetin Rikic posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, February 16, 2025
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Draga nasa familijo Rikic,
mnogo nam je zao sto se nikad nismo vidjali.
Izgubili smo jednog clana porodice Rikica i mnogo nam je zao i mnogo nas je potreslo taj veliki gubitak.
Ostace nam on u dubokom secanju kao jedan vrlo vazan clan u porodici Rikic.
I ako je bijo tako udaljen daleko ostao je u nasim srcima kao dobar covek i kao svi ostali Rikici dobri ljudi.
Neka mu je vecna slava i neka mu Bog dusu prosti i sve njegove grehove.
U vjecnosti njegovi najmiliji Rikici.
Ps: Neka Bog podari zdravlja i srece njegovoj familiji i da budete jaki u ovim tuznim danima kroz njegov gubitak.
Zelimo vam od srca porodica Rikic iz Stuttgarta
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Tanja Rikic uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, February 16, 2025
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Sa Radovanom sam stupila 2021 u kontakt i to je bijo za mene tako uzbudljiv prvi razgovor sa njim.
Tako je duhovit bijo,smešan i pun price. Uvek smo imali nase Video Calls i bili smo se dogovorili ici skupa na Niagara Falls. Svaki put sam zapisivala dosta stvari koje je on govorijo. Nemogu da objasnim koliko mi je zao i da vise necemo imati nas zajednicki Video Call. Kad smo pricali osecala sam dubok respekt prema njemu i sve svoje predce kroz njega.Puno od njega je covek mogao da na uci. Radovan ce mi uvek ostati u srcu i pamcenju. I od srcu mu hvala za zadnje 4 godine. Vecna mu slava zauvek. Porodici i familiji iskreno saučešće.
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Mima posted a condolence
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Dear family please accept our condolences. With you in grief and memory of our Radovan. Mima, Tatjana, Bojana with family in Croatia.
Dragi naši primite saučesce, s vama smo u tuzi i sjecanju na dragog Radovana.
Mima sa familijom iz Hrvatske.
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Vidis Vaiciunas posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Ray and I met while on the Board of Trillium Foundation. We quickly became "brothers". Over the years during meals and casual coffees, we shared many stories and philosophical discussions.
I could not match his stories. He was a true hero.
As well, and very simply, he was a genuinely nice person. I will miss him.
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Saturday, February 15, 2025
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David posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
My condolences to you Joyce and the family. Hard to believe I've Known Ray for 30 yrs. I met him as he started Metro Mobile. We exchanged many stories in the batcave. He'd say to me that he didn't understand why his dad Tom liked me so much. I told Ray it was because everytime I saw him I took the time to shake his hand and talk to him. Little things go along way. I'll miss you Ray, as I miss you dad Tom. God speed my friend.
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Mark Copeland posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Dear Joyce and family,
We are saddened to hear of Ray’s passing. Mark so enjoyed being one of his motorcycle riders during his time with Metro Mobile Funeral Escorts.
Remember all the beautiful times and wonderful moments cherished with Ray over the years, for to remember is to love again. May God grant you peace and strength at this time. Warmly, Mark and Bel Copeland
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judy posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Dearest Family,
Sending my deepest condolences!
Radovan was a great friend with a sense of humour, and well loved by all in the choir and dancing group.
An outstanding police officer in his community.
It's very sad that he was battling with health issues.
May he rest in peace, memory eternal.
Sending love and peace in this difficult time of deep sorrow. God Bless, Judy Palubski ( Gligoric)
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Daina and Bernie Mueller posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Joyce and family
Daina and I send our deepest sympathies to you on Ray’s passing. I was fortunate to be one of Ray’s fellow cadets in the late 70’s. Our large group had the good fortune to count Ray as a close friend and colleague throughout our careers. Of course his stories are legendary as was his sense of humour, his optimism and his unwavering value placed on his family and friends as well as his dedication to service. Our paths crossed many many times in our varied career paths. The results were always the same. I came away smiling and I was sore from laughing. We hope that the many memories you and your family have will help ease the pain of your loss. Rest in peace my friend.
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Christiane Ianni posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
So sorry for your loss Joyce. Our deepest Condolences to you and your families. I just heard from Diane Scime today, we are vacationing in the D.R I use to text Ray periodically as I had a similar Cancer 28 years ago. The last time we texted was just before Christmas. My specialist in Toronto is Dr. Ralph Gilbert, I will see him again in April. God Bless!
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Momcilo & Vojka Kovljenic posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, February 15, 2025
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On behalf of the Kovljenic Family we would like to express our deepest condolences to Joyce, Julia, Sophia, and Maria as well as the entire Rikic family, kumovi, and friends. Our prayers and love are with your family during this difficult time. May the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all give you comfort and strength and His name be praised forever. Ray has left us with wonderful memories of his kindness and devotion he showed us with all of his presence and advice he shared in our church community which will always remain with us. Vecnaja Pamjat Bog nek mu Dusu prosti, Neka Svevisnji podari rajsko naselje - Familiji iskreno saucesce. Memory Eternal☦ ☦ ☦
Momcilo,Vojka Kovljenic and Family
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Dave Crawford posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Our deepest condolences Joyce. We always found Ray to be a warm and kind man, we are thankful that we shared so many laughs with him and the whole MMES gang,...may he rest in God's presents,..peace...crawf n shel
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Ned Mijatovich posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Our sincere condolences with the passing of a gentleman, Ray. We are all sadden; however, we forward, our prayers during this difficult period of time. We wish yourselves, family, friends, and relatives with strength, support, love, and fond memories.
God Bless, Pokoj Duse. Ned Mijatovich and Family.
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Brent posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
So sorry for your loss Joyce. My deepest condolences to you and your family. I really enjoyed my days with Metro and spending time with Ray. He will be missed by many.
Brent
MMES
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Laurie & Dave Long posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Dear Joyce, Julia, and Sophia and family;
Few people possess the considerate and unselfish heart that Ray had...and even fewer are willing to give so much of themselves. What a beautiful difference one single life has made. It's that memory that carries us until we meet again. I am so blessed to have crossed paths with our beloved Ray, and I will cherish the memories of our coffees together, our breakies together, our texting each other into the late evenings, his remarkable and funny stories, his views on local, provincial and federal politics, his sense of humour and above all, his profound love and pride for his family.
A beautiful Life, Celebrated and Honoured and Remembered today, and always. May all that you shared bring peace in your time of sadness. May God keep all of you in his loving care. 'Rest in peace my friend. May your Legacy Live On'.
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Larry Larson posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Dear Joyce and family,
My sincere condolences to you and family. I had the pleasure to work with Ray over the years. Ray was full of joy and brought that joy with him to work. Ray will truly be missed.
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Bruce Elwood posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Joyce and family
My deepest condolences at this most difficult time. I knew Ray for many years. We used to joke about him having my old badge number. As everyone knew Ray was never without a story to tell. In my retirement years we would meet at one of the many breakfast we had. Recently every so often I would get a text from Ray asking how I was and every year a Christmas card from Ray and Joyce.
Rest in Peace my friend
Bruce Elwood
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Ed Hall posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Dear Joyce and family,
My deep condolences for the loss of Ray. I had the privilege of working with Ray and his professionalism and unique sense of humour was second to none. He truly was a master of story telling and some of them were entirely true. I am sure he'll leave a large in void in your family. May you take comfort in the memories and stories that he shared.
RIP Brother.
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Bob Martin posted a condolence
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Joyce & Family
My sincerest condolences on your loss. I remember Ray as a kind, hard working police officer with a wonderful sense of humour. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Bob Martin
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Jeff and Brenda Bird posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Joyce and family. We were so sorry to hear of Rays passing and our hearts go out to you and your family. I worked with Ray as a Cadet in the records office when I was new in 78 and he moved to be the Ident cadet shortly after. We always had a laugh and he lit up and room with his sense of humour. He was also so kind to those less fortunate when I worked the street later. And he did not suffer fools or bad guys very well. And he was a big boy back in the day. Out of country but our though are with you.
Jeff and Brenda Bird
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Rosemarie Auld posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
My condolences to you Joyce and family. Ray was really one of the good ones. He knew everyone and always had a kind word. Ray often came to my office and would sit and just chat as he did with many people. I loved his stories! I also appreciate the pancake breakfast he would do on the holidays and the many times he would drag me out of my office to go for lunch. He always seem to know who needed a break or an ear to bend. Based on his family stories, he must have lots of great memories!
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Pat (Moroz) Cino posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Joyce, so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. My condolences to you and your family. I enjoyed working with Ray. We had a lot of good belly laughs! God Bless.
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John McGrinder posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Ray and I have been friends for more than 40 years. I will miss him terribly. My deepest condolences to Joyce, his daughters and the rest of his family. - John McGrinder
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Paula Dragovich posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Dear Joyce and girls and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies! During our early years of marriage, we enjoyed many good times with you and Ray. We were so sorry to hear of his passing, but know he fought the good fight! May God have mercy on his soul and may his memory be eternal!
Simo & Paula Dragovich and family
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Michael Cruse posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Joyce and Rikic family,
Kindly accept my sincere condolences. I am so sorry for your loss. Ray was a true professional with a memorable sense of humour.
Michael Cruse
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Milan duvnjak posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
My deepest condolences go to the Rikic family, Joyce, Julia and Sofia. Ray was a great man with a big heart his presence and character will be forever missed. Pocivaj u miru -. Milan Duvnjak
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Andrea posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
“Our deepest sympathies to Raymond’s family and friends, especially to our dear neighbours Maria and Al. May all be able to take great comfort in their loving memories of Raymond. Andrea and Adam
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Ingrid boiago posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Joyce and family I am so sorry for your loss. Ray was so much fun to work with and a good friend. He truly loved his family and friends and his work. He will be missed
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Chris Wills posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
I worked with Ray in the Drug Office in the early 90's. One of the funniest guys I ever worked with. Ray had one of the most memorable, and funny, quotes I ever heard in my career. Ray said, "In the Hamilton police service, we don't have love triangles, we have love trapezoids.". I laughed so hard I was almost in hysterics. Such was the quality of Ray's sense of humour. My condolences to Maria and her husband, Al, who I have both known for many years. Ray, thanks for the belly laughs!
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Bess Sebastiano posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Growing up Ray and his sister, Maria were our extended family. My mother, Naka and their mother, Zivka were best friends. We were all very close, always together.
I have so many fond memories of my childhood with the Rikic family.
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. As is my father, Dragan & my brother, Mike.
We are sending our prayers and heartfelt condolences to Ray’s wife, children, & to all his family and friends.
Bess (Cvijan) Sebastiano, Dragan & Mike Cvijan
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Glyn Wide posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Dear Joyce, Julia and Sophia, please accept my most deepest sympathies. I am shocked reading of Ray’s passing. I spent many memorable times working shifts with Ray. We had some comical situations, but one of which I will always remember. He was a dedicated officer who reached out to do his best for the Service.
Memories are forever, we will remember him fondly.
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Drazen Manojlovic posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
I had the good fortune to meet Ray in 1992 when he was with the HR department of the HPS. I was a student working on a few projects with the HPS and it was such a pleasure to get to know Ray and hear of his legendary accomplishments. I recall having a great lunch with him at a fairly swank restaurant just south of Gore Park - it was always a treat to spend time with Ray!
Deanna and I offer our deepest condolences to Joyce, Julia, Sophia, and all of Ray's family. A great man that was taken far too soon, but I'm certain that, at this very moment, Ray is causing God to crack a rib by laughing so hard!
Drazen and Deanna Manojlovic
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David Oleniuk posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
He was always a great source of knowledge with a great sense of humour. He encouraged me early in my career and I always happy to see him and talk about just about anything- very sad news today and I wish all the best to his family.
-dave oleniuk
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Kevin Dhinsa posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, February 14, 2025
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My deepest condolences to family. I met Ray while working Vice. He was always kind. I remember our last chat when I asked him why he doesn’t retire and he replied Kevin what the heck for my wife is still working. I am gonna be like the cat sitting by the door for her to get home.
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Shawn Kubas posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Gone too soon… we have fond memories of Ray… he always had a story and a smile.
Our deepest condolences to Joyce and family…
Paula Blenkinsop and Shawn Kubas
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Friday, February 14, 2025
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Our sincerest condolences to Joyce, Julia, Austin, Sofia and all of your extended family.
Ray was like an older brother to me. Over the years we became close through our shared Orthodox faith and many conversations regarding our children, life experiences and challenges. I will deeply miss his presence, humour and wise advice . Gone too soon but never forgotten...
May his memory remain eternal through the cherished memories he shared with his family and friends…
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Ljubica Manojlovic posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
My condolences to family may he rest in peace:( angels are getting one kind loving who left behind so many memories that will be whit us for ewer till we meet again:(
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Friday, February 14, 2025
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Zora Milanovic posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
I am deeply saddened by Ray's passing. He had such a warm way with people where you liked him instantly. Conversations with Ray were always amusing and thought provoking. Ray is the reason my childhood love for the choir came back into my life. My brother from another mother and an honour to have known him. Forever missed and remembered fondly. My deepest condolences Joyce and your girls.
Zora Milanovic
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Sonja Samek posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Julia and Austin, our deepest condolences to you and your families. May the love and support from your family and friends guide you through this difficult journey.
Sonja, Emily, Sarah and Jordan Samek
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Peter Bailey posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Ray was first and foremost, a true friend. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word, and an officer with integrity. Our sincere condolences to Joyce, Julia and Sofia. There are so many of us that will miss him beyond measure.
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Kevin McGuinness posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Ray and I worked together on a few of projects over the years, but after we retired we shared countless pots of coffee and way, way too many donuts and muffins. At first, we spent every Friday mornings at Tim’s, and kept it up in his home after he could no longer manage the trip. He was always a kind, religious man, a good colleague, and devoted husband, whose whole life was his wife and the children of whom he was justly proud. I will miss my friend. He never once complained to me about his declining health even though it robbed him of much of the enjoyment that he should have had in his retirement. He just accepted and handled his situation with quiet courage. My sincere condolences to Joyce, Julia and Sophia. I truly share your loss. Kevin McGuinness
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Peter Abi-Rashed posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Our sincere condolences to Joyce, Julia, Sophia and family. Colleen and I are deeply sadden by the news. Ray and I were friends, partners and drummers in the HPS Pipes & Drums. Worked hard and had fun even harder. A great friend is gone. He will be truly missed.
Peter & Colleen
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Kerry Eaton posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2025
Joyce and family. So sorry for your loss. Ray was a fine man, an honest and consummate professional police officer. His storytelling will last an eternity. He is sorrowfully gone but his legacy will remain forever. He is missed already. Kerry Eaton
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