Raymond Douglas Wilson

Also known as "Ray"

14 March 193829 July 2023

Passed away peacefully on Saturday 29 July 2023, aged 85.

Loved father of Callum and Guy.

A celebration of Ray’s life will be held at the North Harbour Chapel of Dils Funeral Service, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany, on Monday 7th August.  

Please arrive 2:00pm for a 2:30pm start, with a gathering after nearby at North Shore Golf Course.  

Funeral service held at Dil's Funeral Services

Tributes

Ray, You contrubit so much to aviation in NZ and more so in the helicopter world., we are very greatfull for. Many of us are still here today because of your training, suopervision, guidance and support of the industry. Even as a Civil Aviation inspector you were very fair and reasonable because of your prioir experience and drive to be fair.

JOHN Funnell

Pamela’s uncle Ray was the first person from the Wilson side of the family that I met. In Ray style he turned up in his Bus for our house warming and even though we offered him a place to stay inside he preferred to stay the night in his bus. He lead an amazing life and was always entertaining with all his stories. He was someone I always admired and hoped I too could be so adventurous as I aged. Ray you will be missed, but I’m sure you are now off on your greatest adventure.

Nigel Soakell

Rest in Peace with Carolyne. We will miss you my old mate, many happy memories. Larry & Helen

Larry & Helen Bennett
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