He was born February 15, 1947 in High Prairie, AB. The family moved to Prince George in 1955. He was the oldest son of James and Gladys McGillivray. He will be missed by Pat, Jacquie (Stephen) and grandchildren Jordan, Sarah, Miles Wood and his best after hours buddy, Chase (dog).
Ray was the oldest of six siblings: Darlene (Keith), Sandra, Rick, Larry (Brenda), and Gayleen (Brent). Niece and nephews: Twyla (Brantin and Tylaya); Darcy (Leanne) (Baylee, Dawson, Taylor, Ava, Felicity), Curtis, and Nathan (Nadine).
Ray was predeceased by his parents, James and Gladys, brother Rick and brother in-law Keith.
He spent his youth fishing, swimming and playing around their family homes and participated in numerous Annual Northern Hardware Canoe Races with his buddies.
He enjoyed participating in local pool leagues and spent summers on the golf course. In Ray’s world, all seasons were determined by the programming on tv as he religiously watched curling, hockey, baseball, golf and in between – darts. When time allowed he played crib with family and friends.
Known for being a night owl, Ray enjoyed his jobs that allowed him to sleep in. For the past 20 years he was employed by various bingo halls working everything from card sales to bingo caller. He retired from the Treasure Cove Bingo Hall in 2014 which allowed him to spend more time playing. He was well known for his “smiling disposition” and was forever throwing quick-witted comments to everyone he knew.
Ray was known to be “Papa’s Taxi Service” to his grandchildren for the last 28 years and they will forever remember his special trips to get treats after school.
There will be no public service as per his request.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Hospital Foundation or Hospice House.
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