It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Ray Branton on Aug 14, 2023, at the age of 87 years. Predeceased by his parents, Sarah and Caleb, his son Mark, his granddaughter Charlee-Rae, son-in-law Frank, his brother Eldridge, sisters Viola and Irene, and mother-in-law and father-in-law Alma and Silas.
Leaving to mourn with loving memories, his wife, of nearly 61 years, Grace, children Toni, Neil (Juanita), Darrel (Mary), Perry (Frances), Bryan (Tina), Warren (Rhoda), and Monique (Ross), 17 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Sister Florence, brothers Doug, Les, Eric, Harvey, and numerous in-laws and nieces and nephews.
Cremation will take place. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Aug 17, 2023, from 12.00 – 2:00 with funeral service immediately following at Faith United Church in Thornlea.
“Those we love can never be more than a thought away. They live in our hearts forever.”
My condolences to.the family i always made it a part of my trips home from Alberta to visit Grace and Ray to chat and have a coffee He will be sadly missed
Grace and family,
So sorry to hear of Ray’s passing, my deepest condolences to you and all the family.
Grace and family,you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.I have many fond memories of Ray.I am positive that the Bellevue Depot, boys welcomed him to heaven yesterday.They are all sat around now ,having a coffee and a chat.Ray will always be with you in your hearts and memories.
Condolences to Grace and all the Branton Familt
Me and Hannah are so sorry to hear of rays passing he well surely be missed now together with pop Branton and pop Newhook
Sending deepest condolences to Grace and family
May god take care you and your family on this sad day
ray rest in peace my frend
I am so sorry to hear of Ray’s death. I so enjoyed visiting with him on my trips to NL. I wish it had been more often.
Love you cousin Grace..
Grace and Family,
So sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. We have fond memories of you and Ray during our time on the Norman’s Cove Pastoral Charge. May God’s presence be with you during this very difficult time. Blessings
Rev. John and Muriel