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RAYMOND MASSEY We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Raymond Massey, who died peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2013. Raymond leaves to mourn his wife of almost 55 years, Mary Massey, their children Robert (Kelly), Daryl (Joanne), Daniel, and Monica Schmidt (Steve), eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren as well as his two sisters, Adeline West (Jim) and Lorraine Bruce (Terry Turner). Raymond was predeceased by his parents Reinhold and Hilda and his brother Arnold. Raymond was born in Morden and grew up on the farm in the 1-6 District just South of Morden. He left the farm at 25 years of age to start a cabinet business in Winnipeg, and from these humble beginnings rose one of Winnipeg's premiere homebuilders - Raymond Massey Builders. During this time he met the love of his life, Mary; they were married and raised their family on Assiniboine Crescent in Birchwood Heights, where they enjoyed great friends and neighbours. An active member of Christian Business Men of Canada and Cross Lutheran Church, one of his proudest achievements was the construction of the Arms of the Cross Seniors Residence adjacent to the church a lasting legacy and a testament to his vision and leadership. A member of St. Charles Country Club for many years, Raymond enjoyed golfing in the summer and curling in the winter, most recently at Deer Lodge Community Club. Raymond lived a full life, loved his family and loved the Lord. A special thanks to his family' at Convalescent Home of Winnipeg personal care home where Raymond spent his final months your love and care for Raymond and our family was a special blessing to us all. A memorial service and reception will be held Friday, September 27 at 11:00 a.m. at Cross Lutheran Church, 560 Arlington Avenue, Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made to Lutheran Church of the Cross or Convalescent Home of Winnipeg. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 25, 2013
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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We were all saddened to hear about uncle Raymond's passing. He was my grandfather's (Ben Massey) first cousin. Our condolences are with your family in this sad time. We only met a few times and family occasions in Morden but remember him brightening the room with his personality. - Posted by: Steve Massey (Penner) (Cousin) on: Oct 13, 2013
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Mary and Family, Our condolences to you and your family on the loss of a dear husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Vic and Barb Smith (Rosen) - Calgary (cousin) on: Oct 08, 2013
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Dear Mary and family We share in your loss and are thinking of you and your family with deepest sympathy. Sincerely Jim and Maria Reichert and family and Edna Reichert - Posted by: Jim and Maria Reichert family and Edna Reichert (Cousin) on: Oct 06, 2013
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Hello Mary I am very sorry to learn of Raymond's passing. My cousin Maureen has just informed me. She was one of your students at Maplestead School and said you were so lovely to her. I was not old enough to go to school when you boarded at our house, but you were also wonderful to me, reading me stories at bedtime. I hope you are well. Please accept my deepest sympathy. - Posted by: Wendy (little girl) on: Oct 02, 2013
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Sorry to hear of Raymond's passing. I boarded with his parents Reinhold and Hilda when I went to the U of M. Always look forward to Raymond and family attending our Titchkosky family reunions. Our sincere sympathies are extended to the family. - Posted by: Terry and Norma Titchkosky (Cousin) on: Oct 01, 2013
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My condolence to Raymond's family - Posted by: Bill Malenki (Curled with Ray at deer lodge) on: Sep 27, 2013
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Mrs. Massey, Rob & entire family, our deepest condolences on the passing of Raymond. The many hours spent in your home, including the warm hospitality, are so fondly remembered. Harvey Downes - Posted by: Harvey and Trish Downes (Friend) on: Sep 27, 2013
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I remember meeting Ray & Mary for the first time, over 25 years ago and being heartily welcomed into the fold. Thinking of you all. So sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Tim & Mona Turner () on: Sep 27, 2013
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I only met Ray once and had an enjoyable visit with him but I feel as though I knew him well. My late Aunt, Caroline Niebergall, and my late parents, Albert and Mary Rosen, spoke often of him. My condolences to the Massey family and posthumous condolences from my Aunt and my parents. - Posted by: Russell Rosen () on: Sep 27, 2013
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We were very sorry to hear of Raymond's passing. We remember you and him coming to Morden for family celebrations. - Posted by: Elsie Titchkosky & family (Cousin) on: Sep 26, 2013
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So surprised to see the Passing of Raymond. My deepest sympathy to you Mary & family. This is why you didn't attended our family reunion this summer. Always remember seeing your family in church when I still lived in Wpg. & had 1 or 2 of the boys in Sunday school class. - Posted by: Carol (Kube) (Kennedy) Stairs (distant cousin) on: Sep 25, 2013
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Mary, We were saddened to hear of Ray's passing. We will not be able to attend the service, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Yours in Christ. - Posted by: Ken & Joan Ranick () on: Sep 25, 2013
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Rob Massey & family, from all of us at Arctic Cat we would like to offer our deepest condolences on the passing of your father. - Posted by: Arctic Cat - Winnipeg () on: Sep 25, 2013
