Peacefully at Bethlehem Views, Tauranga, on Thursday 6 October 2011, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Mary for 61 years.
Dad to the late Gordon and also Eric and Louella. Grandad to Vanessa, Shannon, Aaron and Jolene. Great grandad to Sonny, Dion and Ezra. The family wish to thank the staff at Bethlehem Views and Waipuna Hospice, for their care and support. A funeral service for Ray will be held at Woodhill, 167 Grange Rd, Tauranga, on Saturday 8 October, at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred sent to Waipuna Hospice, PO Box 1156, Tauranga. Communication to the Ray Axon Family PO Box 8139 Tauranga 3145.