SMITH, Raymond Albert (Smithy)
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at home on February 1st , 2023, Aged 78 Years.
Loving son of Albie and Dorrie Smith (both dec.)
Loved and loving husband of Barb for over 52 years.
Adored and treasured Dad to Donna, Travis and Aroha, Andrea and Matt, Ingrid and Fed.
Adored and very much loved Poppy to Maddy, Kado, Hazza, Em, Dylsy, Sassy, Sebastian, and Damo.
Loved brother to Marg and Russell, and Garry.
‘Packed his swag and his billy
and gone fishing with his mates’
Funeral Notice
At the conclusion of Mass the Funeral will leave for the Traralgon Cemetery, Gippsland Memorial Park.
Ray’s Funeral will also be livestreamed.
To view the livestream, please CLICK HERE.
Condolences to the family.
February 2, 2023
Rest easy Smithy
Love to you Barb
Lee Wilson and familyDeepest sympathy to Barb,Donna ,Travis,Andrea,Ingrid and extended families. A great mate to my family for many years lots of fun and laughter when ever Smithy was around always cracking a joke or telling a yarn. Loving thoughts to you all.❤🍻 Cheers Ray rest easy
February 2, 2023Deepest sympathy to Ray’s family at this sad time.
Lee-Anne, Henry ( Dec) Morrison & family. 🌷
February 2, 2023Dear Andrea – we are so sad to hear of the passing of your beautiful dad. Condolences to you and all your family – keeping you all in our prayers during this sad time
February 2, 2023
Robert, Chiara, Mia, Ava and Cristian GuarascioWe will miss Ray’s big smile and sense of humour at the Croquet Club.
February 2, 2023
. RIP RayTo Barb and all your wonderful family we pass on our love and condolences at this time and hope you can remember the good times I am trying to do this and will miss him like you all love to all June & terry
February 2, 2023Heartfelt Sympathy to Barb and all your family also Marg ,a great loss to everyone our best wishes goes to the whole family ,from the members of the Heart Foundation Walking Group
February 2, 2023Deepest sympathy to Trav, Aroha , Kaden, Maddy and Harry , Barb , Donna, ingrid and Andrea and families . I remember Ray always smiling and making others laugh and smile . Loving thoughts to you all at this time . Sim and Juz Xo
February 2, 2023Condolences to Barb and all the family, Ray will be sadly missed, I will always remember his awesome sense of humour
February 2, 2023My sincere condolences to my friend Dons on the passing of your beautiful father Raaaay.
February 2, 2023
He was a true character with a wicked sense of humour. I’ll never forget those “Tingly” lips of his!
Thinking of you Barb, Trav, Andy and Winga and all your extended family. Xxx
RIP RAAAY.
Lots of loveRay was one of a kind- a character that will be missed by many.
February 2, 2023
Sending love to Barb and all the family.
Much love from the Little Family (Leonie, Gav & kids) and also Anita & Mike North (Leonie’s parents- Traralgon Croquet Club) xxTo Barb, Donsi, Trav, Andrea, Ingrid & Families my thoughts are with you all Ray was a great and funny man. He will be sadly missed Cherish the memories.
February 2, 2023So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing Andrea.
February 2, 2023
Thinking of you. Steve and Julie Senior and family.To Dear Barb, Donsi & all the family – my sympathy & love to you all at this sad time – Rayso was a bludy good bloke & was always up for a laugh, will be so sadly missed RIP Ray xx
February 2, 2023To Barb Donsi Trav Andrea and Wingsie and extended family’s Thinking of you all on the loss of Ray He loved life and always had a joke or two to tell every time I ran into him Rest in peace Smithy
February 2, 2023Donna and family, what wonderful memories from primary school birthday parties to adults, your dad had such a way of genuinely taking the time for a chat, and always asking how everyone was,. Thinking of you all xx
February 2, 2023A true Gentleman and larrikin, he loved everyone and everyone loved him. Great mate of my Dad for many years, always a fun time with “Smithy”. He will live on in the love of his family. Deepest Sympathy to his beautiful family
February 3, 2023Barbara and family.
February 3, 2023
Really saddened to hear about Rays passing.
With his lifelong faith in God we are assured he is in a good place.now.
We will always remember the good times we had together as young people
You will always be in our heart
Pat and Mick DixonSincere condolences to the entire family!
February 3, 2023
We met him briefly during his visits in US, but that short time was enough to recognize a great spirit, a big heart and a love for life.
May he rest in peace!
Kindly,
Carmen & Sabin FilipTo Barb, Donna, Travis, Ingrid, Andrea and your families , our sincere condolences at the passing of Ray – A life-long friend and mate from primary school days. His sense of humour and caring nature and love of his family were great attributes. Many fun times spent together over the years at Cowes are our memories to treasure and keep. Rest in peace dear Smithy.
February 3, 2023Our families came together when we were all much younger. Ray was a great friend to my dad Peter and a great friend to me and my family. I will always have the fondest memories of Ray. I am so proud to have known Ray and shared some of his life. My heart goes out to Barb, Donsi, Travis, Andrea and Ingrid and all your families.
February 3, 2023Barb and family..our hearts go out to you all on the loss of Ray. He was a funny man..he made people laugh and that in itself is a great thing..always a joke or a funny story..he will be missed by many..Thinking of you all..Helen and Terry Hoppner
February 3, 2023We will miss Ray’s smile and funny comments. Condolences to Barb and family from Colin and Heather Crawford.
February 3, 2023Love to Barb, Dons, Travis, Andrea, Ingrid and family’s. A very special smart witty gentleman. We always enjoyed his company, even a few weeks ago he still had that cheeky grin and quick wit. He will be so very missed.
February 3, 2023
Mick & Sue Duncan and family xxxCondolences to all who loved Ray and all who he loved. I will always remember his cheekiness and good humour. He will be sadly missed by many.
February 3, 2023Ray,
February 3, 2023
always so loving, thoughtful and kind. Now you are peacefully sleeping away from all of your pain. Prayers for his loving family.
Leo, Aileen, Daniel, Kathryn and families.Barb, Donna and all the family
February 3, 2023
Our love and thoughts are with you all Ray was such a nice bloke he will be missed by you all
But you have your lovely Memories to hold i your hearts
Kaye & Len JonesRay or Rembrandt as Ted called him a great friend to us and his phone calls these last months were so supportive. Hope you and Ted are kicking back fishing the Bemm and having a coldie Love to Barb Donna Travis Ingrid and Andrea and families Cheryl and family
February 3, 2023Please accept my most sincere sympathy at this sad time. Unfortunately I cannot join you on Wednesday but my thoughts will be with you all and remembering those happy days with our parents in Tyers. With love Valda Street of Neerim Suth
February 3, 2023Smithy,
February 3, 2023
you painted Glen Farm so many times and it was always such a laugh. The last time l saw you we walked around the Glen Hall checking to see if the painters had done a good job. Your humour and good fellowship will be greatly missed.
To Barb and all the family, many condolences.
Cheers ChrisserTo all the lovely Smith family,
February 3, 2023
My sympathy and condolences to you all. Spending a lot of my younger kid/teen years either at your house or at Cowes, ‘Mr Smith’ as I would call him, would always be welcoming, kind, and caring.
Many fond memories I keep, thinking of you all next Wednesday.
All my love, Stacey Harris (née Murray)Sincere condolences, to Barb and all the family .
February 3, 2023
Ray had a special gift:
To make people smile and laugh at themselves .
Smithy it was a privilege to call you a friend .
Rest in peace .
John BradySending much love to Barb and all Ray’s loved ones at this sad time. Ray was a much loved caring and compassionate man ,with a great sense of humour. Rest easy Ray.
February 4, 2023Dear Ingrid. And all your family. So sad to see this news. On the very sad loss of your wonderful Dad. I know how much you all adored him. We will be thinking of you all on Wed.
February 4, 2023
Much love. Fi and Mike. XxTo Barb and family,our thoughts are with you,during this time of sadness.
February 4, 2023Dear Barb and family. We are very sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Our deepest sympathy goes to you at this sad time.
February 4, 2023
Kind regards from Lyn and Daryl Rawson.To one of life’s true gentleman, Ray you will be greatly missed. To Barb, Donna (Donsi) Travis, Andrea, Ingrid and famalies my most sincere condolences to you all . Thinking about you at this very sad time. RIP you fun loving, great joke telling adventerous man.
Jan Derrico
February 5, 2023Our sympathy to Barb and all Smithy’s family. We only caught up at Glen footy functions but Smithy was always up for a chat and a laugh and bloody good company. Sadly Glen has lost another good bloke way to soon and he will be missed.
February 5, 2023
Tag and Sharon GordonDearest sympathy to barb and family a true gentleman ray was many laughs with a very interesting and funny man will be sorely missed
February 6, 2023Condolences & love to Barb & Ray’s family. His great sense of humour & compassion were his trade mark. A great mate to Max & our family over a life time. Gone fishing with Max & his mates in heaven. He will be sadly missed.xx Ollie & the Archbold family
February 6, 2023With deepest sympathy to the Smith family, so sorry to hear of Rays’s passing.
February 6, 2023Times pass, and today we remember our old neighbours, The Smiths, from Peterkin Street. Ray was raised, as was his sister Margaret and brother Gary in a loving home with strong Christian beliefs which was a credit to his parents. As they grew into fine young adults, Ray was well liked by all and with his happy disposition was respected everywhere he went.May your memories bring you peace at this sad time. Judy, Gordon Curran.
February 6, 2023Many happy times in the past . Sincere condolences to especially Barb and Donna plus all the Family . Rest in Peace Ray
February 6, 2023I remember Ray and his sister Margaret as children in the 1950s/60s. Our fathers were great friends and our families often visited. Always great fun – Ray inherited his father’s wicked sense of humour and often had me in fits of laughter. I remember those days fondly. Deepest sympathy to his family.
February 7, 2023To Barb & families please accept our most sincere condolences on Rays passing. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Everyone will miss his smile & sense of humor. Kindest regards to you all. Heather & Gidge Fabris
February 7, 2023Ray, as a boss a teacher and a great friend, you taught me how to work, then you taught me how to paint. The story’s, the jokes you told still bring a smile.
February 7, 2023
Time spent with you and your family holds special memories .
To Barb, Donna, Travis, Andrea, Ingrid and families our sincere condolences.
Craig & Karan MorrisonDeepest sympathy on the passing of Ray he always was cheerful and welcoming. My parents and Ray’s were great friends and it was great to chat to Ray when he was at Nicholson a few years ago. Rip
February 7, 2023Sincere condolences to Barb, Margaret, Gary and extended families. It was always lovely to have a chat to Ray as he always made you laugh. Longtime family friend to the Ikin family. Great memories.
February 7, 2023To Barb & Family,
February 7, 2023
May you find comfort in the many happy memories you have with Ray & his big smile he always had on his face. Thinking of you all.To the lovely Smiths. We are so very sorry for your loss. Ray was the perfect combo of fun, cheeky, loving and kind. His legacy lives on in four brilliant wonderful friendly open and loving children and their families. Love the Gilmours.
February 7, 2023Remembering Ray and Barb at the Cumberland Street old time dances. Also Rays incredible contribution to the Glengarry Tennis Club. Always a pleasure to talk to and a gentle man. His family, one and all have every reason to have pride in his life and love. Our thoughts are with you all.
February 7, 2023
Ian, Norma King and their familyTo Barb, Donna, Travis, Andrea, Ingrid & families. Sorry to hear about the passing of Ray (Smithy), love and thoughts to you all. A great friend to my Dad! Always a laugh with Smithy. RIP.
February 7, 2023Deepest sympathy to Barb and families! Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time!! Many a joke in the memory bank! A true Gentleman who will be sadly missed! RIP Ray! Love from Tom & Louise Bermingham.
February 7, 2023Dear Barb, Donsi, Travis, Andrea and Ingrid.
February 7, 2023
Our love and thoughts are with you all. Ray was a true gentleman and that smile was worth 100 Hellos!
A gorgeous man at rest. Xxx
Faye, Deanna and Belinda Baldwin.Dear Barb, Donsi, Travis, Andrea and Ingrid and families our deepest condolences on the passing of your husband and father, Ray. What a wonderful, funny man he was. RIP Ray ! Glengarry has lost another true gentleman and Legend.
February 7, 2023
Kind regards Sue and Chris MembreySending love to Barb and family.
February 8, 2023
Ray was always so happy, welcoming and generous, a true gentleman and great mate to Dad.
Love Cindy and SheridanSending our sincerest condolences to all of you.
February 8, 2023
Ray holds a very special place in our hearts and will forever be remembered. We are grateful we got the chance to know him and share great times together. RIP Ray & Thank You for your LOVING Friendship.Barb and family, thinking of you all at this sad time. Carmel and John Shippen
February 8, 2023Barbara and family, forever grateful for the time we were able to spend with Ray, he fit right in with his fun and loving spirit. He instantly became part of our family and will always hold a special place in our hearts.
February 8, 2023
Rest easy Ray, I’m sure our angels were there to receive you with open arms.❤️🙏🏼
Love and strength to all the familyTo Barb and family and his many friends please accept our sincere condolences at this very sad time, Ray was an Exceptional and Friendly person to all. Will miss him greatly, especially our travels to footy and bus driving with him. We will miss your ever smiling face.
February 8, 2023Dear Barb, may I offer my condolences and best wishes to you and the family on the loss of Ray. He will be missed.
February 8, 2023
Kindest regards. Dave Dawson.Our thoughts and prayers are with Ray’s family. There’s a little less laughter in the world without him, may all the happy memories provide some light in these dark times.
February 8, 2023Fond memories of a Bonza Fellow, great sense of humour, great communicator all round good guy. my sincere sympathy to Barb, Marg, Garry and famillies. Love Rhonda Fitch
February 8, 2023Ray, Old fishing, camping and drinking mate. Your passing is very sad but fond memories remain. Sympathies to Barb and the family.R I P Bill Scott Wonthaggi ex Tyers.
February 8, 2023Dear Barb, I watched the funeral from afar. It was amazing. For a funeral. All the best to u and all. Take good care always. Marlene.
February 10, 2023My love and thoughts are with Barb, Andrea and all the family. I will treasure my memories of Ray, such a beautiful and kindhearted person. I will miss his mischievous smile and sense of humor and my chats with him. I feel very honored to call him my friend.
February 14, 2023Deepest Sympathy Barb and family
February 19, 2023
We were so sad to here your sad news about Ray he was such a wonderful gentleman. We both have so many great memories or Ray
With all our love and prayers.
Debra and David French