Armstrong: Raymond “Ray” Jeffrey,
Peacefully at Matthews House Hospice on May 22, 2022. Ray Armstrong at the age of 64 years, beloved husband of Maxine Armstrong (nee: Broom). Loving father of Elise Shaw (David), and Danielle Beattie (David). Sadly missed by his grandchildren Adalyn, Haley, Callen, and Liam. Beloved son of Marie and the late Joseph Armstrong. Dear brother of Donald (Pamela), Catherine (Larry), and Kenneth (Heather). Forever in the hearts of his family and friends.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477, on Wednesday May 25, 2022 from 7-9pm and on Thursday May 26, 2022 from 9:30am until the time of Funeral Service in the chapel at 11:30am. *The Family respectfully requests that all guests in attendance wear a face mask. Cremation will follow. For those who wish, donations to Matthews House Hospice Alliston would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, ON, L0G1W0
Wednesday May 25, 2022
7 - 9pm
Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, ON, L0G1W0
Thursday May 26, 20229:30 - 11:30am
Funeral Service
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, ON, L0G1W0
Thursday May 26, 202211:30am
John Petersen says
I just found out sitting at dinner on Christmas Eve taking about friends from back the day in Nobleton.
Ray was a mentor, when he worked for Treeland and a comrade when he was with Vaughan Fire. Always a friend who would lend an ear or tell his friends about this goofy red headed kid he would get stuck babysitting at work…me.
So sad and so sorry to hear of your loss. We all lost a great one.
John Pitkin says
So sad to hear about Ray. My deepest condolences to the Armstrong family. Ray and I were very close friends in our early years growing up on Elizabeth Drive. Ball hockey games, hiking in the fields and forests surrounding Hill’s farm, riding and taking care of their three ponies (I remember Tanner; Ray’s pony) on Grandpa Edwards farm south of Schomberg. It was a different time but they were the best of times. Ray’s mom was like a second mother to me. The memories and adventures we experienced will always be with me. Ray had enormous energy and an infectious laugh. Ray, thank you for your friendship.
Debbie & Chris Schwarze says
Maxine and family
We just found out that Ray has passed. We are so sorry
It was a shock, we feel terrible that we didn’t know at the time, as we would have been there to support you.
Ray was such a sweet person and kind. We only ran into him a couple of times over the years but knew each other growing up in Nobleton. We would say we should together, sorry we didn’t do that.
I’ll always remember, and still talk about it to this day,
My dad was living close to Nobleton when ha had a medical emergency. We flew to his house from Schomberg but they had already took him to the hospital.
But there was Ray, knowing my dad, had waited there probably knowing I would show up. He waited to inform us what had happened and with a big hug. He did that so we would not show up wondering what happened.
The fact that he did that for me means more than words can ever
say, he was a special person.
I’m not sure if this will get to you Maxine. I’m not sure if this page is still active. But I’m giving it a shot and I hope you get this.
Debbie & Chris Schwarze
Maxine Armstrong says
Hi Debbie and Chris,
Thanks so much for your condolences and kind words and for sharing the story about your Dad!
Maxine
Don and Linda Schwartz (Cairns) says
Our condolences to the entire Armstrong Family. Cathy , I am so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Keep the memories close. Thinking of you all at this time.
Cathy Armstrong says
Linda thank you so much for reaching out! It really means so much to me.
Susan Rainey says
Dear Maxine and family
I’m so sorry to hear the sad news. I wish you all healing and peace.
Jan & Dick McCarthy says
Maxine, Elise & Danielle,
We are so sorry to hear of Ray’s death.
The world has lost a true gentleman.
You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Ron and Margaret Rice says
Dear Maxine, Elise and Danielle,
We are just finding out he news of Ray’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with
all of you.
Although we haven’t seen you in a long time, the things we will remember are
Ray’s smile, and his gentle nature.
We are so sorry for your lost.
Love, Ron and Margaret (Rice)
Norm and Jeanette Broad says
Just heard the news and our deepest condolences to the entire Armstrong family!!!! Very sad news……
Allison Grimley says
Maxine, Elise, Danielle and Family,
Thoughts are with you all during this sad and difficult time. I will always remember Ray as a kind, happy soul with an affectionate laugh. ❤️
So very sorry for your great loss
Cora Gentile says
Sincere Condolences to all the family.Cora & Vivian Gentile
Terry, Stacey, Erin & Tyler McMillan says
Maxine, Elise and Danielle,
We just heard the sad news. We are so sorry for your loss. We have such fond memories of Ray. It seems just like yesterday that our kids were together at daycare.
Sharon Pyke and family says
I am so deeply saddened by Ray’s passing. He truly was a remarkable, caring and loving person. I will always remember his beautiful smile and infectious laughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lynn Schneider says
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Ray. Please pass on our condolences to all the family. Ray will be missed.
Jim and Lynn Schneider
Ann Maw says
Marie
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of Ray.
May all your fond memories help you through this most difficult time.
Sincerely
Jack & Ann Maw and Family
Joanne(Sloan) & Peter Duggan and family says
So sorry to hear about Ray’s passing. Maxine and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Magee-Myers says
The Magee family from Nobleton is so sorry to hear about Ray’s passing. We have fond memories of Ray and the wonderful Armstrong family.
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Mike and Mary Catherine Petersen says
My condolences Maxine to you and the entire Armstrong family. So saddened to hearing of Ray’s passing. He will be missed.
The Petersen Family
Julie Elizabeth Rahmer says
Maxine, Elise, Danielle and families,
I am sending you all strength and love as you get through this difficult time. Ray was such a lovely, thoughtful, and kind person – not to mention hilarious! I hope that you are able to focus on all of the wonderful times you had and celebrate his and your lives together.
My deepest condolences,
Julie
Gary and Karen Fraser says
We remember Ray’s beautiful light and his infectious smile. It is with heavy hearts that we offer our condolences to Maxine and the Armstrong family.
Brenda Walker says
I was saddened to hear of Ray’s passing. My condolences to all; Ray will truly be missed.
Ian and Vickie Witherspoon says
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss.
Our paths crossed often in Tottenham and Ray always had time to stop and chat.
A lovely human being. He will be greatly missed.
Peter Olsen says
So sorry to hear of Ray’s passing, I have known Ray since we were kids. Always fun to be around. Loved his laugh. You will be missed by all, rest in peace my friend
Peter Olsen
Kelly Lynch says
My deepest sympathy to Maxine and the girl’s ❤️❤️❤️. Ray was always a “ray”of sunshine! So kind and friendly. I think of him with kindness and a smile. Let the lifetime of memories hold you up during this unbelievable difficult time. Love to all ✌️
Nancy (Walker) Boyd says
Maxine and family, I am truly so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Sincere condolences and prayers.
Holly Tait says
Maxine, Elise, Danielle & Family,
We would like to offer you our sincere condolences on the passing of Ray-your dad. We have so many great memories and will always remember his infectious laugh! We hope your many memories comfort you at this time. Please reach out if you need anything!
All our love,
The Tait Family❤️
Rob Keslick (Foreht Cres) says
Elise and Dave, my sincere condolences to you and your entire family at this time. My dad passed at 64 as well….. far too young. May all the memories of good times together be a blessing to you at this time, and forever. Be sure to pass along those memories to you girls as well.
I will be supporting Matthews House in his memory.
Dave and Kymm Leslie says
Our deepest condolences to you Maxine and your Family
Robin Grimley says
Maxine, Elise & Danielle,
My deepest sympathies to all of you. I’m so sorry for your loss. Ray was an amazing person and his laugh was infectious. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
John and Donna Barrett says
Our sincere condolences to Maxime and family.
A loss for all whom ever met him,
Linda and Robert (Bob) Boak says
Our Condolences to Marie and Family So sorry to hear about Ray. Our prayers are with you all.
Linda and Bob Boak
Gary Verdin says
Maxine and family .
Our deepest condolences. I enjoyed every minute I worked with Ray over the years . He was a well respected Captain, a colleague and a friend . He will be sadly missed .
RIP Ray
Gary and Eileen
Dink and Pat Brown says
Armstrong family
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Ray. Our hearts go out to your family in this sad time.
Dink and Pat Brown
Saranjeet Kaur says
Maxine, I am deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Ray. My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. With lots of love- Saranjeet
Esther says
Ray was our great Captain at Station 75, always calm and ready for any situation.
Your leadership and friendship will always be remembered, Ray.
RIP
Condolences to the extended Armstrong family.
Station 75 Crew
John, Louis, Larry, Rob, and Esther
Brett mabee says
So sorry for your loss. My condoences
marc ronan says
Deepest condolences from The Ronan Family. Ray was just an all around good guy. He will be missed.
Cindy Douglas says
Ray you were a Awesome Captain and a great guy,enjoyed the times we worked together, you will be missed Brother. Cindy& Larry Douglas
Bill Riddell says
Sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Our condolences to his family. Remembering our days together on VFD
Bruce Marshall says
October 24, 1980. A Friday. It’s the first day for a bunch of new firefighter recruits, who come together for the first time, that day. Eleven of us, I think there were. Ray among them.
From then, I knew he was a stalwart guy. Someone you could depend on. On the union, we depended on his wise council, a number of ways.
I left “VFD” 20 years ago. But one of the guys I always enjoyed seeing at gatherings was Ray.
May you rest easy, now, Brother.
My condolences to the Armstrongs on this terrible loss.
Gary and Heather Wadden says
Dear Maxine and family,
Our condolences on the passing of your beloved Ray.
I really enjoyed working with Ray on Local 1595 Executive, but especially with him on the Investment Club. His vision to start this club and help the members was extraordinary and will be forever grateful for knowing and working with him.
Rest In Peace.
JOAN EDWARDS says
Marie, Maxine and all the family:
My deepest condolences to all. My thoughts will be
with you at this most difficult time,
Rick & Cheryl Harrison says
My sincere heartfelt condolences to Maxine and the Armstrong family. Ray was a great firefighter, friend and family man. Working with Ray on the fire department and association business taught me a lot and has left me with many great fun filled memories of Ray. Proud to have known him. RIP Raymond. ❤️
Kim and Ren Pinarello says
Daniele, Dave and family
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. I hope the good memories you have with your Dad with comfort you in the days ahead. Our heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Kim and Ren Pinarello
Ken Harmon says
Very sad to hear of the passing of Ray. I always enjoyed talking to Ray, no matter the setting. RIP brother.
John H. Archibald says
Maxine and family, please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your husband and father. Ray was a great person whom I’ve known for amost 50 years. I had the privelege of him playing hockey for me when I was the manager of the Schomberg Cougars. Treasure your memories.
John Archibald
Dianne Smith says
My deepest condolences to all of you. My parents and I have such warm memories of Ray. He was always so friendly and had the warmest smile when he would come into the post office or would see me at the hardware store and always made time to have a conversation. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Earl and Marg Groombridge says
To the Armstrong Family
Our deepest condolences to the family
Earl and Marg Groombridge
Dali Cela says
My heart and prayers go out to you Max and your family. May fond memories of Ray bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. With love – Dali
Vaishnavi says
My deepest condolences to the family. Sincere Prayers.
Jeanne Decoteau says
My deepest sympathies to Maxine, Elise and Danielle and the rest of Ray’s treasured family. As a coworker of Maxine’s for close to 10 years, I had the pleasure of meeting Ray and hearing stories of this wonderful, close knit family. I know he will be sorely missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers,
Sending love and hugs Maxine,
Jeanne
Paul and Mary Kavanagh says
Sincere condolences to the Armstrong Family!
Thlekezi Dlodlo says
Deepest sympathy to the Armstrong family. May you find solace in the beautiful memories of a life well lived. Ray was a fine gentleman and I am glad our paths crossed.
Dianne Twombly says
I’m so sorry. Ray was just an awesome guy and an amazing family man. His smile lit up a room. This is a devastating loss for the family and I’m so glad you all have each other for strength and support. I know Ray will live forever in everyone’s hearts (and you can literally see him in his grandsons!). I’m thinking of you all with much love. Dianne. xoxo
Franca says
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family
Francs and Enzo
Larry Bentley says
Our deepest condolences to Maxine and family. Ray was always the nicest gentlemen.
Fern & Larry
Linda Armstrong says
Maxine, Elise , Danielle and Marie
You have my deepest sympathy.
Aunt Linda
Larry Crang says
My condolence to the Armstrong family
Jerry brooks says
Our condolences to Max and family.
Susan And Ross Boynton says
Armstrong family:
Ross and I are very sorry to hear about the passing of Ray.
We have some great memories of our younger years growing up in Nobleton.
Dan and Dalyce McCabe says
So sorry for your loss Maxine and Girls. Ray was a wonderful man he will surely be missed. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Glenn and Merle Duncan says
Our condolences to Maxine and Ray’s family. Ray was a great guy and a great Captain for the Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service. I will always remember his ready smile and quick laugh. Ray was always calm on the fire ground and a great leader to those around him. He will be missed.
Tom Smith says
I first met Ray when I started my training as an officer with OCOT. It only took about an hour of knowing him that I realized what a great person and soon to be a valued friend he would be. We had wonderful conversations over a few beers talking about our mutual values and how proud Ray was of his family. Always enjoyed seeing Ray’s blue eyes light up when he talked about Max and his girls. Ray was so proud of his life, and so he should be! I can only imagine the countless number of people he must have helped during his Firefighter days.
Ray, I will always remember you and you will always be missed by everyone who knew you.
Till we meet again,
Your friend Tom Smith
Deanna says
I am so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing . My prayers are with all of the Armstrong family. I will always remember his smile being a bright and beautiful one ❤️.
Deanna (Farley)
Janet Kope says
Dear Maxine and girls….My heart is broken with hearing the news of Ray passing . Ray was such a sweet man. I always remember as young kids growing up in Nobleton…Ray was always so sweet and kind to everyone. We used to tease him…as he was so gullible. You could tell Ray anything and he would believe you..that was just him. My heart is breaking for you Maxine and your family…as well as to Marie and Don…Ken and Kathy. Hold tight to your memories…cancer can’t take those away. Take solace in that Ray’s suffering is over. Hugging you all in my heart❤
Ran and Joan Moore says
So sorry for your loss.Prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Ran and Joan Moore