The passing of our Father and Husband Raymond MacKay

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Help cover the funeral costs of our Father and Husband Raymond MacKay

Glen Eden, Auckland

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Husband and Father Ray, who departed from us on October 11. Ray was a remarkable individual who accomplished a lot in his life from being a barber, MOT officer, osteopath and guidance counsellor. He saw the good in people and fought for them the best he could, but this week he had no more fight to give.

In the wake of this unexpected loss, we find ourselves facing the daunting challenge of covering the funeral costs and related expenses. While our hearts are heavy with grief, we are determined to honour Dad's memory in a way that befits his wonderful life and wishes.

Samuel MacKay's involvement (page creator)

One of Raymond's sons.

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All money will be used to help the family cover the cost of funeral directors and burial plot

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Thank you!  6 November 2023

I would Like to thank everyone for their kind words and donations over the last month. Dad was laid to rest in a manner he would have loved thanks to the help and support of friends and family. We still have a lot to deal with in the coming months but you have all helped us cope with the unexpected grief we have faced and will continue to do so for awhile as we get use to the loss of Ray.

Sandra, Chris, Lorne, Joseph, Samuel and family of Raymond MacKay send our heart warm thanks to you

I would like to end this with a prayer Dad would say

May the sun shine it's warmth

it's health to you,

your temple and

all those who enter into it

blessings to you.

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Nita
Nita on 19 Oct 2023
$100
David
David on 18 Oct 2023
Really sorry to hear that Ray passed on. It's been quite a few years since I last saw him but I remember Ray as a kind and giving man, who loved his family deeply and was tireless in helping others. My deepest condolences from the Brown whanau
$150
New Zealand ISA
New Zealand ISA on 17 Oct 2023
Our condolences to you and your family.
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NZIIU
NZIIU on 17 Oct 2023
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
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Steve & Amanda
Steve & Amanda on 16 Oct 2023
Sending much love to you all at this very difficult time
$200

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This campaign started on 11 Oct 2023 and ended on 11 Nov 2023.