SMITH, Raymond Albert (Smithy)

Born on February 23, 1944. Passed away February 1, 2023.

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
St. Michaels Catholic Church Church Street, TraralgonView Map
Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Mr. Raymond Smith will be offered at St. Michaels Catholic Church, Church Street Traralgon on WEDNESDAY (February 8, 2023) at 1.30 pm.
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.
Tributes
  1. Condolences to the family.
    Rest easy Smithy
    Love to you Barb
    Lee Wilson and family

    Leila Wilson February 2, 2023
  2. Deepest 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

    Jenny February 2, 2023
  3. Deepest sympathy to Ray’s family at this sad time.

    Lee-Anne, Henry ( Dec) Morrison & family. 🌷

    Lee-Anne Morrison February 2, 2023
  4. Dear 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
    Robert, Chiara, Mia, Ava and Cristian Guarascio

    Chiara Guarascio February 2, 2023
  5. We will miss Ray’s big smile and sense of humour at the Croquet Club.
    . RIP Ray

    Lynette February 2, 2023
  6. To 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

    Terry Warburton February 2, 2023
  7. Heartfelt 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

    Elaine Jeffs February 2, 2023
  8. Deepest 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

    Simone frears February 2, 2023
  9. Condolences to Barb and all the family, Ray will be sadly missed, I will always remember his awesome sense of humour

    Ricky February 2, 2023
  10. My sincere condolences to my friend Dons on the passing of your beautiful father Raaaay.
    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 love

    Emma Sullivan February 2, 2023
  11. Ray was one of a kind- a character that will be missed by many.
    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) xx

    Leonie Little February 2, 2023
  12. To 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.

    Sandra Johnson February 2, 2023
  13. So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing Andrea.
    Thinking of you. Steve and Julie Senior and family.

    Julie Senior February 2, 2023
  14. 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

    Julie Bibby February 2, 2023
  15. To 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

    Kerrie Welch February 2, 2023
  16. Donna 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

    Wendy Moran February 2, 2023
  17. A 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

    Julie Payne February 3, 2023
  18. Barbara and family.
    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 Dixon

    Michael and Patricia Dixon February 3, 2023
  19. Sincere condolences to the entire family!
    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 Filip

    Carmen February 3, 2023
  20. To 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.

    Brian and Glenys Peck February 3, 2023
  21. Our 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.

    Ian Morland February 3, 2023
  22. Barb 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

    Helen hoppner February 3, 2023
  23. We will miss Ray’s smile and funny comments. Condolences to Barb and family from Colin and Heather Crawford.

    Colin Crawford February 3, 2023
  24. Love 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.
    Mick & Sue Duncan and family xxx

    Sue & Mick Duncan February 3, 2023
  25. Condolences 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.

    Leanne Mckenzie February 3, 2023
  26. Ray,
    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.

    Leo Slattery February 3, 2023
  27. Barb, Donna and all the family
    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 Jones

    Kaye & Len Jones February 3, 2023
  28. Ray 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

    Cheryl Gabbett February 3, 2023
  29. Please 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

    valda Street (nee Fitch) February 3, 2023
  30. Smithy,
    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 Chrisser

    Chris King February 3, 2023
  31. To all the lovely Smith family,
    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)

    Stacey Harris February 3, 2023
  32. Sincere condolences, to Barb and all the family .
    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 Brady

    John Brady February 3, 2023
  33. Sending 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.

    Alma Glover & family. February 4, 2023
  34. Dear 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.
    Much love. Fi and Mike. Xx

    Fiona Edmondson February 4, 2023
  35. To Barb and family,our thoughts are with you,during this time of sadness.

    Glenn & Dianne February 4, 2023
  36. Dear Barb and family. We are very sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Our deepest sympathy goes to you at this sad time.
    Kind regards from Lyn and Daryl Rawson.

    Lynette RAWSON February 4, 2023
  37. 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

    Jan February 5, 2023
  38. Our 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.
    Tag and Sharon Gordon

    Trevor Gordon February 5, 2023
  39. Dearest sympathy to barb and family a true gentleman ray was many laughs with a very interesting and funny man will be sorely missed

    Greg&vicki wood February 6, 2023
  40. Condolences & 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

    Ollie Archold February 6, 2023
  41. With deepest sympathy to the Smith family, so sorry to hear of Rays’s passing.

    Nola Mowbray (Charleston February 6, 2023
  42. Times 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.

    Judy lethborg February 6, 2023
  43. Many happy times in the past . Sincere condolences to especially Barb and Donna plus all the Family . Rest in Peace Ray

    Ron Michie February 6, 2023
  44. I 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.

    Sandra Beckett (nee Ikin) February 7, 2023
  45. To 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

    Heather & Gidge Fabris February 7, 2023
  46. Ray, 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.
    Time spent with you and your family holds special memories .
    To Barb, Donna, Travis, Andrea, Ingrid and families our sincere condolences.
    Craig & Karan Morrison

    Craig Morrison February 7, 2023
  47. Deepest 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

    Wendy Ikinprosser February 7, 2023
  48. Sincere 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.

    Suzanne Ikin February 7, 2023
  49. To Barb & Family,
    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.

    Wendy (May) & Alan Busk February 7, 2023
  50. 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.

    Sarah Gilmour February 7, 2023
  51. Remembering 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.
    Ian, Norma King and their family

    Norma King February 7, 2023
  52. To 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.

    Leanne Bland February 7, 2023
  53. Deepest 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.

    Tom & Louise Bermingham February 7, 2023
  54. Dear Barb, Donsi, Travis, Andrea and Ingrid.
    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.

    Deanna February 7, 2023
  55. 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.
    Kind regards Sue and Chris Membrey

    Sue Membrey February 7, 2023
  56. Sending love to Barb and family.
    Ray was always so happy, welcoming and generous, a true gentleman and great mate to Dad.
    Love Cindy and Sheridan

    Cindy Gabbett February 8, 2023
  57. Sending our sincerest condolences to all of you.
    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.

    Mendoza Family February 8, 2023
  58. Barb and family, thinking of you all at this sad time. Carmel and John Shippen

    Carmel Shippen February 8, 2023
  59. Barbara 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.
    Rest easy Ray, I’m sure our angels were there to receive you with open arms.❤️🙏🏼
    Love and strength to all the family

    Laura Ibarra-Bettencourt February 8, 2023
  60. To 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.

    Jim & Pat Murdoch February 8, 2023
  61. Dear Barb, may I offer my condolences and best wishes to you and the family on the loss of Ray. He will be missed.
    Kindest regards. Dave Dawson.

    David Dawson February 8, 2023
  62. 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.

    Sharon Grist February 8, 2023
  63. Fond 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

    Rhonda Louise Fitch February 8, 2023
  64. Ray, 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.

    Bill Scott February 8, 2023
  65. Dear 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.

    Marlene Payne February 10, 2023
  66. My 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.

    Susie Grumley February 14, 2023
  67. Deepest Sympathy Barb and family
    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

    Debra French February 19, 2023