Raymond John Northe

Also known as "Ray"

10 April 19358 September 2022

Late of Palmerston North. Ray died peacefully at North Shore Hospital on Thursday 8th September 2022, Aged 87 years.
Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret. Treasured father and father-in-law of Julie Smith-Wix and Russell Smith (Palmerston North), Kaye and Dave Brock (Red Beach), Brent (deceased), and Mark (deceased).
Cherished Grand Dad of Jarryd, Katelyn, Lauren, Nathan, Leith, Olivia, Levi, Gavin, Myles and Shiree. Loved Great Grand Dad of 8.5 Grandchildren.
"Always Remembered in our Hearts. Loved Forever Always"
A Memorial Service for Ray was held at The Salvation Army Citadel, Corner Church and Princess Streets, Palmerston North on Monday 19th September at 11:00am followed by private interment at Kelvin Grove Cemetery.
Communications to Northe Family C/- PO Box 198, Whangaparaoa.
Please feel free to leave a tribute below.

Funeral service held at The Salvation Army Citadel

Tributes

To Julie, Kaye and Families. Was saddened to read of Ray's passing. I had the privilege to work for Ray at AA signs in Palmerston North. He was the best boss I have ever had. I'm sorry I can't get off work to be at the service on Monday, but my thoughts will be with you all.

Julianne Alve

Sorry to hear your loss of your Dad and Grandad, from the late Ben Northe family from Napier.

Faye northe

Wentnto school and churxh with the Northe family. Sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences to you all. Sending prayers of light.

Carol Driver

I was lucky enough to have worked under Ray at the Automobile Association for a number of years and he was certainly one of the best, a true gentleman. Rest In Peace my friend.

Ron McKenna

So Sorry to see Ray has passed . I to was lucky to work with him at the Automobile Association in PALMY. He was a great fun workmate and one of the last old school signwriters and was always willing to help ! R.I.P mate.

Terry Jensen

I was very fortunate to have worked with Ray in Palmerston North a long time ago. He was a true gentleman and will be missed by all those who knew and loved him. My condolences to the family.

Ray McKirdy (Orewa)

My deeperest sympathy go to Julie and Kay on the passing of their Father Ray Northe a special friend, father in law and boss. May he rest in peace.

Russell Smith
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