BROWN, Raymond Francis (Ray)

Dear Lauris,
Our hearts are sad and we cannot begin to imagine your pain. Ray was such a humble, jovial, friendly man. Sending love to you, Shaun, Duane and families. Remembering Ray with a smile.
Delvene, Chris and familiy xxxx😘

So saddened to read this news. My sincere condolences to you Lauri’s and to Shaun, Duane and their families.
Barbara Furnell

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Ray. Thinking of you all Lauris, Shaun, Duane, Teena, Donna and beautiful grandchildren.

Much loved friend and neighbour of Ron (dec) and Joan Lee for so many years. Always kind and helpful, especially in times of need. Will be greatly missed.
Deepest sympathy to Lauris and family.

Joan and family

To Lauri’s and family my sincere condolences on behalf of my family and myself at this time of sadness. Shirley Van Heurck and family.

Dear Lauris and family,

So sad to hear of Ray’s passing, may your many wonderful memories bring you comfort.
Sending love and hugs to you all.
Lee-Ann (Sissy), Geoff and family xxx

Such a kind man who brought laughter and smiles at table tennis whether you were playing with him or against him. Ray we will miss you and our sincere condolences go out to Lauris and family.
David and Denise Claxton

To lauris and families, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Ray. He was and you are good friends over many years. Regards from Janet and Doug 💖

So sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Ray treated everyone with respect. It was a joy to play table tennis with him. He was so well liked because of his happy demeanour and the way he treated everyone. His ability to make people feel welcome was only surpassed by his ability to change hands when returning a ball! He will be sadly missed. Sincere condolences to Lauris and family. Suzy Maxwell

I will miss our weekly supermarket chats and table tennis games. Wonderful person and good friend. R.I.P. Ray.

Dear Lauris and family,
Sending our love and condolences on the passing of Ray.Many treasured memories.Thinking of you all.

Thelma, Gordon (dec) Jessup and family

Sincere Condolences to Lauris & Family on Ray’s passing. Alway’s a Smile and Chat, Ever the Family man there for you All. May the wonderful Memories be Alway’s a Smile away. Love & Cuddles to you all
Wayne,Sharon & family

Much loved and respected friend and neighbour of Terry, Elaine & Eleanor. Always ready to help, always quick with a smile, and one of the best blokes we ever shared a beer with. It’s a privilege to have lived next door to both Ray & Lauris. Love and hugs to all the Browns – a very special bunch.

So very saddened to hear of the passing of Ray, one of the kindest, nicest men you could meet. He always had a smile and a wonderful cheery personality. A great Table Tennis player, either playing with or against, you were always assured of a good laugh. My condolences to Lauris and family. May you R.I.P my dear friend.
Sally Tyburski

So very sad to hear of your passing my friend. You made Table Tennis worth going to, always a great morning was had when you were in the building and there was always plenty of laughs. I thank you for that! We will all miss you very much. Love to Lauris and family.

Ray you will be sadly missed by all at Table Tennis. It was a pleasure to get to know him through our little chats. Words can’t express the emotions we go through when loosing such a kind gentleman. Deepest sympathy to Lauris and family.
RIP Ray.
Maria Harkom

Saddened to hear of Ray’s passing, always fun to be in his company, and enjoyed the few lunches we had with him and Lauris and he will be sorely missed at Table Tennis. Our thoughts are with Lauris and family at this time.

To Dear Lauris ( Mrs Whisper) and Family
It is so sad you have lost Ray. I know how much
Ray loved his Family .
Ray will be greatly missed at Table Tennis
the only Person who could use both hands in a
table Tennis match
Away with a cheeky grin
On behalf of Moe/Newborough Table Tennis Club
we thank Ray for being part of our Club
All our Members will wear our Red Keenagers top to
his Funeral.
With heavy hearts we say good bye to Ray.
Thank you
Ann
President Moe/Newborough Keenagers

To Dear Lauris ( Mrs Whisper) and Family
It is so sad you have lost Ray. I know how much
Ray loved his Family .
Ray will be greatly missed at Table Tennis
the only Person who could use both hands in a
TableTennis match
Away with a cheeky grin
On behalf of Moe/Newborough Keenagers Table Tennis Club
we thank Ray for being part of our Club
All our Members will wear our Red Keenagers top to
his Funeral.
With heavy hearts we say good bye to Ray.
Thank you
Ann
President Moe/Newborough Keenagers

Our condolences to the Brown family.

Sorry for your loss Lauris sad news Ronda and Barb

Thinking of you all at this very sad time.Our sincere condolences.To you Lauris .Shaun ,Duane and families. My old neighbour across the road in Yallourn North A great guy

Lauraine &George Charalambous

Thinking of you all at this very sad time.Our sincere condolences.To you Lauris .Shaun ,Duane and families. My old neighbour across the road in Yallourn North A great guy

Lauraine &George Charalambous

Dear Lauris and family.
I was saddened to hear Ray passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It was a pleasure knowing him and he will be deeply missed. I always looked forward playing with Ray or playing against Ray at table tennis (very skilled player) and lots of fun. 🏓
A true gentleman.
♥️ Helen Procak

Dear Aunty Lauris,
Sad to hear Uncle Ray has passed away.
Lots of memories of weekends playing with Shaun and Duane
These memories of times together with my mum (Norma) and dad (Max) remain special.
Even though Uncle Ray and dad were cousins they had a close friendship for many years.
Rest in Peace Uncle Ray, thinking of you all at this sad time

Dear Lauris & family,
Thinking of you & sending love at the sad passing of Ray.
We hope that the memories you have together bring you comfort & smiles in the days ahead.
Love Lisa & Grahm Edebohls & family. xx

I will remember Ray for his thoughts and kindness to all, such a humble and gentle person and the care he gave others in need.
I was sad to hear of his passing.

Dear Lauris and Family,

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Ray. It’s difficult to put into words just how much he meant to those of us lucky enough to have known him. Ray was a true gentleman — warm, witty, and always ready with a story or a smile.

Reflecting on the many wonderful memories I shared with Ray, there are far too many to list. But a few stand out as especially dear to me. I’ll always treasure the joy of being present at each of our weddings — milestones that marked the beginning of lifelong journeys, celebrated together with laughter and love.

I fondly remember your annual treks to Queensland to escape the winter chill of Victoria. Those visits gave us the perfect excuse to catch up, share stories, and enjoy each other’s company. They were moments of genuine connection that I will always hold close to my heart.

And of course, who could forget the 1972 AFL Grand Final? We were lucky enough to snag tickets to that unforgettable clash between my beloved Richmond and Ray’s proud Carlton. His team took the win that day, and Ray’s delight was absolutely uncontainable — the gloating was relentless, but all in good fun. It’s a memory that still brings a smile to my face.

Though I won’t be able to attend the service in person, I’ll be watching the livestream and joining you in spirit to honour Ray’s life and legacy. Thank you, Ray, for over 60 years of friendship, laughter, and memories. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

With love and sympathy,
John & Cynthia (Decd) Whitmore

Dr Mrs Brown, Shaun, Duane and families. We are so very sorry for your loss. Sending our love, support and prayers at this sad time. Fond memories of a lovely man.

In our thoughts.
Kerrie Cake (nee Short) and families.

Lauris and family, our sincere condolences. Ray was a truly wonderful neighbour and friend, and will be sadly missed. Sending love and prayers. Ron and Audrey 💔🙏

Very sad to hear of Rays passing. He always greeted you with a smile and genuine warmth. Always will be grateful for the way you both helped out with my parents when needed. One of natures gentlemen laid to rest.

Dear Lauris and family,

Our condoleances to you all at this very sad time.
We have many happy memories of Ray. He was a great friend. Thinking of you Lauris.
Love Ra Corrie

Dear Lauris and family,
Our condoleances to you all at this very sad time..
We have many great memories of Ray may he rest in peace.
Love Ray and Corrie Broeren

Our life at TT without this wonderful man, will be duller. Our thoughts are with you Lauris. Much love Heidi and Gary

To Lauris and family. My love and thoughts are with you. Dear happy, cheeky, chatty, gregarious Ray. He was greatly loved and will be sadly missed.

Deepest sympathy to Lauris and Family on the passing of Ray. May the many fond memories bring a smile to your faces.

Our thoughts are wth you.

George and Ray Card