Raymond John (Ray) Ware (31 May 1947 - 24 Jun 2023)

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Location
Southend Crematorium 654 Sutton Road Southend on Sea SS2 5PX
Date
1st Aug 2023
Time
2.40pm
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In loving memory of Raymond John (Ray) Ware who sadly passed away on 24th June 2023.

Born in West Ham, Ray grew up in Harrow, where he discovered his love for camping after becoming a Boy Scout. He also discovered a talent for playing the drums when he was a member of a Band. Rumour has it, during a concert, a gust of wind blew his sheet music off the stand and when his friends were trying to gather up the pieces of paper, he improvised the longest ever drum solo!

Ray's love of cars led to him partaking in rally driving. He also enjoyed cruising on the boat down the River Thames, as well as being keen train spotter, golfer, follower of Watford F.C and a fan of the pirate radio station, Radio Caroline.

He worked for a leading brokers in the London Stock Exchange and this is where he met Vivienne, at the end of 1971. They were married in 1974 and ten years later, they welcomed their lovely daughter, Alison. From there, he worked at Ford Tractor Plant and in his later years, Essex Auto Group, until he retired at the age of 69 years.

Dave and Kim Tite donated £30 in memory of Raymond
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David Tite wrote

Remembering our many good 'socials' with Ray, particularly at the Hockley RBL.
Our thoughts are with Vivienne and Alison at this difficult time.
With love
Dave, Kim and Shaun
xxx

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Victor Latimer donated £30 in memory of Raymond

Fondly we treasure the past with memories that will always last.

Victor and Freda

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Bertie and Lou Cornett wrote

Very sorry to hear of Ray's passing. Deep sympathy to Viviene and Alison. X

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Adam Gould donated £20 in memory of Raymond

Dear Ray, may you rest in peace, from Adam, Melanie, Kenny and Harriet

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Glen Barker donated £20 in memory of Raymond

Rest In Peace Ray Love from Glen & Tina

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Victor Latimer wrote

Fondly we treasure the past with memories that will always last.
Victor and Freda.

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Frank Milbourn donated £30 in memory of Raymond

Having had the pleasure of knowing Ray for 50 years.
Enjoying many good a drink in our city days in The Railway Tavern
also in the legion in Hockley.
RIP Ray
Love Frank & Brenda

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Peter Latimer donated £60 in memory of Raymond

With best wishes in memory of Uncle Ray from Peter, Yuko, Thomas and Adam

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Ray being pulled by David Parker + unknown in a chariot race at 1st Kenton scout camp in 67 or 68.  RIP Ray from fellow scout Peter Lockett

Ray being pulled by David Parker + unknown in a chariot race at 1st Kenton scout camp in 67 or 68. RIP Ray from fellow scout Peter Lockett

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Peter Lockett donated £30 in memory of Raymond
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Mark Latimer donated £30 in memory of Raymond
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Lunchtime catch up & pint which Ray enjoyed at The Vic. A true gentleman with a cheeky sense of humour. Will miss these days. Cheers Ray RIP 🍺 x Alison

Lunchtime catch up & pint which Ray enjoyed at The Vic. A true gentleman with a cheeky sense of humour. Will miss these days. Cheers Ray RIP 🍺 x Alison

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Alison Ware donated £10 in memory of Raymond
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