HARRIS, Raymond Noel

Sending my sincere condolences to Marion and family. Ray was so competitive and keen during our running days. He embraced life and studied those things that caught his interest. In his 80s running the Boxing training gym at Trafalgar. He was quick even at that age. Fond memories always. Cheers Ray.

Condolences to Marion & family of Rays on his passing… A pleasure to have worked with him and known him a real gentleman and brightened up every shift I worked with him..RIP Raymond job well done

A great man and best mate of my father Lew. Will remember Ray as a kind and happy soul who was a very good Unit Controller at Hazelwood Power Station.

My sincere condolences to Marion and the family. Ray was a wonderful guy, and a great friend to my parents and our family. I have many great memories of times in the SEC community, of family visits, and even had the privilege of training for a while in Ray’s gym in Trafalgar (Trafalgar Boxing Club). I also wish to honour Ray and Marion for their support and love for my parents when they were both I’ll. Ray was a unique and unforgettable man and will be hugely missed by many people.

I will always remember Ray’s kindness to me as a wayward teen in the early 2000s. He helped me gain confidence in myself and taught me the value of perseverance. He helped me get back on the path I wanted to be on. Without Ray in those years my life would probably look a lot different now.

It was often the highlight of my week to head into the boxing gym and let loose on the speedball or the bag for a bit. Ray let me use his gloves because he knew I couldn’t afford my own, and he always had time for a chat.

I’ll never forget his showy speedball skills, even when his wrists were starting to hurt he’d always have a go. Rest now, Ray, you earned it. ❤️ xx

Ray was a great friend of the Sherman family.
Condolences to Marion, Paul, Robyn and your families.

My sincere condolences to Marion and family. Ray was such a lively, friendly character, with a quick wit and intelligence that made him an excellent coach and mentor to so many.

Thinking of you all at this sad time, sending much love. Ken and Avril xo

Dear Marion,we are saddened to read of Ray’s passing.we will never forget that cheeky always happy to have a chat lovely man. May his dear soul rest in peace.love to you and your family, from Evan and Florence. Xxx

Our sincere condolences to you all ! Our prayers and thoughts are with you all!

Thinking of you all at this sad time..
Ray will be remembered as a true gentleman and always up for a chat.

Sincere condolences to Marion and family on this sad occasion.
Many funny moments with Ray eg supermarkets, street etc a lovely man and gentleman
A sad day for all who knew him
Rest in peace big fella.

November 22, 2023
Rod Stevens

Ray was a much loved friend of the Foster Family for many years. He was an absolute gentleman in the truest sense of the word . He was kind, intelligent & funny , and had a wide variety of interests. It was my honour to know him. Condolences to Marion & the kids.

We have many fond memories of Ray, a former work colleague and long term neighbour.

My Sincere Condolences to Marion and family. Ray was an exceptional person to work with. Extremely intelligent with a magnificent sense of humour.

My sincere condolences to Marion and family. I will miss the telephone conversation we used to have following our retirement from the SEC. A great friend,sadly missed.
Simon Wells.

Deepest sympathy to Marion and family.
When I first met Ray at the Traf. boxing gym. I was amazed by the skill and knowledge displayed by this “dapper” man.
After awhile we started travelling to boxing tournaments together around Victoria and became good friends.
Ray was always neatly dressed for his coaching performances with his track pants and white skivvy. His professionalism and class always shone through.
Ray seemed to have an endless supply of jokes and his sense of humor and quick wit made him fun to be around.
Ray was a father figure to us all at the Traf. gym. and his wisdom and guidance pointed many in the right direction
Time might heal all wounds, but this is a deep one.
Farewell old mate and “keep your hands up”

Butch Gordon

Deepest sympathy to dear friend Marion, also Paul, Robyn & families R I P Ray
Love Marlene

My deepest condolences go out to Marion and family.
Ray may have passed but the impact he made on so many people means his legacy will live on for years to come.
Ray taught self-confidence, discipline, integrity and fundamentally sound boxing technique. All qualities Ray possessed in surplus.
Thank you for everything you’ve done for me.

Rest easy Coach, you’ve earned it.

Our deepest condolences to you all on the sad loss of your beautiful husband, father and Grandfather.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. I’m sorry we can’t be there but we send our love to you all.
Janie and Neil Grimshaw.

So proud to call you my grandfather, absolutely thankful for the memories we were able to share. A wonderful person so full of life, knowledge and dedication for his passions, friends and family. Wish we had more time. My heart is heavy with sadness. An amazing life well lived. I send my love to Nana Marion, Uncle Paul, Aunt Claire, Michelle, Mathew and families. Love you all.

Deepest sympathy to Marion and family. Ray has left a huge legacy locally and abroad. His amazing laughter and smile was infectious and will be dearly missed.

Rodney Burgess 🥊

RIP Ray, condolences to Paul, Robyn and loved ones.
Col Skinner