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Raymond ENGLAND Obituary

Unexpectedly passed away in Hamilton on Friday 16th January 2026, aged 62 years. Loved husband of Ann. Much loved father and father-in-law of Daniel and Olivia, and Jamie. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Chris and Francis, and Don and Wendy. Messages may be sent to 'The England Family', c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or left online at wabraham.co.nz/obituaries In lieu of flowers, donations to the Taranaki Rescue Helicopter Trust would be appreciated and may be left at the service, or made online at taranakirescue.org.nz/donate A celebration of Ray's life will be held at The Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon Street East, New Plymouth on Friday 23rd January 2026 at 10.30am, followed by a private family cremation.


Published by Taranaki Daily News on Jan. 19, 2026.

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N W Chalmers

February 27, 2026

We cannot feel life's looses without first feel the Blessings of its Fullness.
Thinking of you all
Wayne Chalmers.
{ Charlie }

Ian Walthew

January 28, 2026

I am so sorry to hear of your loss to all of the England family. I always enjoyed my time working ray at waihapa.

Channa-Miriam Knuckey

January 27, 2026

Dear Don, Wendy, Chris and Francis, and Ann,
I'm SO sorry to read of your loss. My deepest sympathies, love and care to you all. Moe mai to rangimarie, Channa miriam

Rex & Clare Prestidge

January 26, 2026

Sincere condolences on the passing of Ray enjoyed working with Ray at Rimu and have fond memories, RIP Ray.

Wayne & Marg Carr

January 25, 2026

Ann, we were very sorry to see that Ray had gone - far, far too young. Fond memories of laughing conversations over the fence when we lived in Huatoki Street. We live in the UK so won't be able to attend the funeral but we'll be thinking of you.

Shaun Gifford

January 23, 2026

My deepest sympathy to you Ann and your family at this dreadful time.

Kerry Mullin

January 23, 2026

Dear Ann and family. So sorry for your loss, I will never forget the biggest ratbag with the biggest smile.

Kind Regards

Kerry Mullin

Raewyn Shotter

January 23, 2026

Condolences to the family, RIP Ray

Rook Family, Okato

January 22, 2026

So sorry to hear of Raymond's passing. Hoping you find comfort in remembering the wonderful moments you shared.
Neil, Rosemary (dec), Julie, Sharon and Brent.

Dean & Stacey McEldowney

January 22, 2026

Our thoughts with Ann and families. Was always great catching up with Ray, Don on our New Plymouth visits. So many stories and memories to recount.

Craig Morris

January 22, 2026

Very sad to read of Rays passing, always good for a chat and nothing ever a problem.

Tim Munro

January 21, 2026

Sincere condolences Ann and family on the passing of Ray. Always enjoyed working with Ray and will miss his cheeky grin and sense of humor.

Jennifer and the Sulzberger family ex Rawhitiroa

January 21, 2026

Our deepest sympathy Ann and family on the sudden loss of Ray.
Sending our love and thoughts at this sad time.

Lynda Hooker

January 21, 2026

Sincere condolences Ann to you and your family. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Ross Dravitski

January 21, 2026

Our deepest condolences Anne and family I have known Ray for many years in and out of work.
We had many great laughs and good times he will be missed

Ross and Diane

Angela

January 21, 2026

Dear Ann, I´m so sorry to read of Rays passing. My sincere condolences to you and family.

Linda Cavey

January 20, 2026

RIP Raymond, Condolences to your family

Weed

January 20, 2026

My best man gone but not forgotten. Rip My friend.

Clow Family

January 20, 2026

Sorry to hear of your loss thinking of you all

kevin Thomason

January 20, 2026

Condolences Ann and Family.

Gary Bevin

January 20, 2026

Condolences to Ray´s family, he was a great guy to work with at Waihapa, always up for a laugh at beerzie nights.

Paul Williams

January 19, 2026

Ann & Family, it´s so sad to here of Rays passing, our thoughts are with you all currently, it was a pleasure to know him and to have worked with him.
Paul & Sharon Williams

John Chard

January 19, 2026

Condolences Ann and family, so many great memories working with Ray at Rimu Production Station

Paul spiers

January 19, 2026

Our condolences to Ann and family Ray was a ray of sunshine to fellow workmates and all a true friend,our thoughts and prayers are with you. Spiers family

Leanne Gally (Greenery Hire)

January 19, 2026

Our condolences to Ann and the rest of the family, sorry to hear of the passing of your husband and dad. Our thoughts are with you all.
Gally Family

Laura Austin

January 19, 2026

My condolences to Ann and family on the sudden passing of Ray. Thinking of you all at this time.

jill Mackenzie

January 19, 2026

My condolences to Ann and family so sad to read of Ray's Sudden death.Ian had great respect for him during his year he worked for us .He was just a really neat guy and worker.My thoughts with you all.

JILL MacKenzie

Heath Donaldson

January 19, 2026

Our Condolences to Anne and the boys,
We have a had a lot of fun working and catching up
With Ray over the years
He will be sadly missed and always in our memories.
Heath and Vickie

Nancy Riddick

January 19, 2026

Dear Ann and Family... it was with sadness to hear of Ray's sudden passing. My love and heartfelt thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. Another star in heaven now shines brightly.
Nancy Riddick

Chris & Sandy Bird

January 19, 2026

Ann & Family, Sad to here of Ray's passing. Thoughts are with you all at this time, I know his jovial & smile will be sadly missed. Condolences from Chris and Sandy Bird

Kevin Stott

January 19, 2026

Condolences to Ann and kids, worked with Ray for many years in the oil patch, Always ready with a laugh. Many happy memories. Kevin and Sonia.

Veronica Oliver

January 19, 2026

My sincere condolences Ann. From Veronica Oliver

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