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RAYMOND, GEORGE
George Henry Raymond, 86, passed away peacefully on February 28th, 2016 at Spencer’s Memorial Nursing Home with his loving family at his side. Born on October 28, 1929 in Val-Brillant, QC, he was the son of the late Leo and Germaine (Soucy) Raymond.
George had a long career with CN Rail, starting at the age of 14, working in Napadogan, Edmundston and Moncton, retiring as a Supervisor in the Transportation section. He enjoyed sports and was an avid golfer, curler and bowler. He was a long-time member at Mountain Ridge Golf Club and Beausejour Curling Club. George enjoyed watching hockey, especially his favorite Montreal Canadians. George loved music and had many musical talents which included playing the guitar, mandolin and harmonica as well as his beautiful singing voice. He will be remembered by his wife, children, and friends for all those wonderful singsongs and his great sense of humor. George was a devote member of St. Augustine Church for the more than 50 years he lived in Moncton.
George is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Muriel (Bavis). She was the love of his life. He is also survived by his daughters Dianne Arthur (Bruce), Deborah Hollinger (Mark), Linda Meagher (Rick); his sons Richard (Cora) and David (Debbie); sisters Mary Simone Samson and Claudette O’Neil, both of Montreal. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his brother, Guy Raymond, of Fredericton and his mother and father, Leo and Germaine.
A visitation in celebration of George’s life will be held at Fair Haven Funeral Home, 1177 Salisbury Rd, Moncton, on Thursday, March 3, 2016 from 2 to 4 p.m. A funeral will be held at St. Bernards Church, 43 Botsford St, Moncton, on Friday, March 4,, 2016 at 1 p.m., with a reception to follow in the church hall.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Spencer Memorial Home, Friends of the Moncton Hospital, or donor’s choice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Fair Haven Funeral Home and Cemetery, 1177 Salisbury Rd, Moncton, NB, E1E 3V9, (506) 852-3530. Online condolences may be made by visiting: www.fairhavenmemorial.ca

 

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