On Friday 31 October 2025, Ray passed away peacefully at Radius Matua, Tauranga, aged 92 years. Loving husband of Fay (RIP), married for 66 years. Beloved father and father-in-law of Geoff and Gay; Kevin and Sandra; Noel and Charlotte; and Allan. Treasured grandfather to 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A Builder for his whole working life; a Life Member of Otumoetai Cadets/Tauranga Rugby and Sports Club; and connections with Tauranga athletics, rowing, golf and croquet.
Rest in peace Ray.
At Ray's request, a private service is to be held and an open invitation is extended to Ray's friends, to gather at 4.00pm, on Wednesday 5 November 2025, at Tauranga Rugby and Sports Club Clubrooms, Tauranga Domain, 31 Cameron Road, Tauranga, to share memories. Tributes may be left at
www.legacyfunerals.co.nz/s/horanCommunications to the Ray Horan Family, C/- Legacy Funerals, PO Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.

Published by Waikato Times on Nov. 4, 2025.