Raymond COLGRAVE Obituary

Goodbye my very special brother.. I wish I could have given you a cuddle and a hug to tell you we all love you, but sadly we couldn't come over because of some virus. I'm looking to the day I can sit with you and we can talk brother's talk.. I miss you heaps Ray.. love you forever and Junie says the same.. no more suffering bro.. please be at peace until we meet again.. bye and now I have tears but only for you and dear Verity who was your soulmate.

My most dear brother Raymond. I can't say how many times I heard your pain. I felt your pain. But you are now free. We shared that bond not felt by other siblings. I know you will be waiting at the Gates. God called your name to unite with mum and dad. Entwined by blood and heart. So brother, there is no way to say how much I love you. No cease of that love. Eternally yours. Loving sister, Joan. Until we meet again. To Verity. The 24/7 with little sleep I have the greatest love and regard for how you took care of Raymond. You are my heroine. Raymond is my hero. Such bravery he gave and suffered. I see through his eyes. Until we meet again with you waiting at the Gates Of Heaven. I can now speak to you Raymond the same as I do to our mum and dad. God bless.

Goodbye my very special Brother. I wish I could have given you a cuddle and a hug to tell you how much we all love you but sadly because of some virus we couldn't come over. I'm looking to the day I can sit with you and we can talk brothers talk. I miss you heaps Ray. Love you forever and Junie says the same, no more suffering bro. Please be at peace until we meet again, bye and now I have tears but only for you and dear Verity who was your soulmate

In eternal memory of my most dear brother, Raymond. Among many siblings no other was more dear to my heart. I heard your pain. I felt your pain. I prayed to Our Lord to take me and leave you here healthy with your loved one's. You held my hand as a small child and promised never to let it go. A promise that remained through out our journey through life whether it be happy or sad. You didn't go alone Raymond when God called out your name. A piece of my heart went with you. A piece of your heart remained with me. Until we meet again at the Gates. Your pain has left you. I shall speak to you now in Heaven. Reunited with those you have loved and lost. Reunited with out mother and father. I weep, I smile. I cry I laugh. Forever in my memories and heart eternally, dearest brother Raymond. Now you may rest. God has chosen only the best.

Love you Brother

Well Ray you're finally at peace. I will miss your quick whit, mirth and humour. Our 12 months living with you and Verity in 2008 was priceless. And from the bottom of my heart I thankyou verity for your tireless work looking after our brother. May you find peace knowing that Ray is now pain free and awaiting the rest of us 10 to catch up again. All my love Julie

For you

Sing along with the angels Ray, make them proud. Until we meet again rest in peace now that your suffering is now over. Love always Ria & Annette xxx

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal
Love leaves a memory no one can steal
Forever in my heart Ray

Always my hero. You taught me to fish. A safe journey and forever peace Ray.

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Forever in my heart dearest brother.
Winna Sydney

Thinking of you at this sad time Verity. You were amazing how you looked after Ray when he was in OPR5. I was the receptionist in OPR5. Now he is at rest.

Kind Regards
Sheryl Armstrong

May you rest in peace Pop
I'm glad you can now rest. We will remember the constant uno games played and the first time I ever went fishing. You will be remembered to us with fondness and with love. Thank you for being Pop to us.

Ray, it was an honour to help support you in your home. Cherry Ripes just won't be the same now. Rest in peace my fellow Aussie. Diane Davison

Ray it was a pleasure to know you and to help in your care, I hope you find the peace you deserve, courageous is one word that defines you,rest now Ray x

Sleep peacefully Ray. Many hugs and lots of love next time we meet.

So sad about Ray. Had some great times . A great mate. Loved JD . Him and Alan used to sing to all hours back in Rotokauri Road. Friday and Saturday nights were the go. We always will remember Ray with love and fondness .Jan and Alan Raitt

So sad about Ray. Had some great times . A great mate. Loved JD . Him and Alan used to sing to all hours back in Rotokauri Road. Friday and Saturday nights were the go. We always will remember Ray with love and fondness .Jan and Alan Raitt

Thank you for the memories, the good times and for the learning lessons, (ludo springs to mind!) Drink in peace, listen to your music, play that guitar, tell those corny jokes and now finally your body can not hinder you but your set free. Love always Tracey, Dave, Holly, Connor and Finn xxxxx

Goodbye my dear Brother, sleep peacefully