RAY FORD (PHILIP RAYMOND)

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RAY FORD (PHILIP RAYMOND) Ray was born December 26, 1943 died on April 8, 2011 at St. Boniface Hospital, after a short, courageous battle with cancer. Ray passed away peacefully, surrounded by those who loved him deeply. He is survived by Brenda (Meakin) his beloved wife of 26 years, daughter, Lesleigh Rae (Cory Morriseau), son, James Ford (Michelle Pink) and daughter, Jennifer Ford, his grandchildren Dylan and Taylor Morriseau, along with countless other friends and family who were blessed to know him. Ray was predeceased by his mother Dorothy Agnes (Shaw) and father Philip Leslie Ford. Ray was born in Hamilton, Ontario and moved to Winnipeg at a young age. He graduated from Churchill High, Red River Community College and worked for the City of Winnipeg until his retirement in 1997. Known to his friends as Raymondo the Magnificent, Ray's heart was at Caddy Lake in the cottage originally built by his father and mother and later finished by his own hands. It was the place where he honed his craft, and perfected his attention for details. He dedicated his time to ensuring he built a warm and inviting home on the lake, a place where everyone was welcome. Ray was at his happiest assisting with projects or hauling around kids behind the boat. Ray touched the lives of many people with his smile and generosity, and maintained his trade mark sense of humour to the end. Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Green Acres Funeral Home. The family requests all donations be sent to the Winnipeg Humane Society. The family would like to thank Dr. Tim Hiebert and all staff of the Palliative Care Unit at St. Boniface Hospital. You were all wonderful to Ray. A very sincere and heartfelt thanks to Dr. Fatoye and his nurse, Ruth from Kildonan Medical. You were always there when we needed you. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home and Cemetery 1 Green Acres Lane, Springfield (204) 222-3241 Hwy #1 inside the Perimeter at Winnipeg Condolences may be sent to: www.greenacresfuneralhome.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 11, 2011