It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Ray at his home on Tuesday January 16, 2024 at the age of 75. Beloved husband of 53 years to Marguerite (née Valiquette). Much loved father of Belinda (Javier), Reg (Effey), Louise (Bruce) and Daniel. Cherished grandfather of Brendon, Bailey (Brynn), Brianna (Husayn), Brooke and Bexley. Dear brother of Louis, Ronald, Helen Mason, and Rosemarie Fries. Predeceased by four brothers Philippe, Maurice, Robert, and Leon and by one sister Madeleine Wietzel. The family will receive friends at the Tompkins Funeral Home for a Celebration of Life on Monday January 22 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm with memories and reflections at 4:00 pm. Expressions of sympathy can be made via donation to Soldier On http://www.soldieron.ca or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation https: http://www.heartandstroke.ca