Raymond Ray Richard Hayes

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Raymond Hayes announce his passing at the age of 65. Raymond passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous and valiant battle with brain cancer on Wednesday, June 15th 2011. Loving Husband and best friend of 39 years to his "Babe", Brenda. Dear sweet Father of Corinne (Gord), Lee (Mary), Adam (Cheri-Lynn) and Katie (Brian). Cherished Pappy who will be sorely missed by his adored grandchildren, Jacob, Brooklyn, Addison, Caleb, Connor, Averie, Cameron, Owen and two on the way and predeceased by his grand-daughter, Marion. Fondly remembered by his parents Pearl and Basil (deceased) and loving brother to Greg, Brian, Marlene, Danny, Wayne, Heather, Doug (deceased) and all of their families. Raymond will be missed by his many nieces and nephews, all of his many friends, colleagues and students. Soke Raymond Hayes was the founder of Shin Jitsu No Kempo and trained in the martial arts for over 40 years. Soke was a great friend, mentor and teacher (Sensei) to all who had the privilege to enter his Dojo that he opened in 1982 in downtown Whitby. Raymond was dedicated and committed to his community and demonstrated this through his tireless efforts with the less fortunate and was a strong supporter of St. Vincent De Paul. Raymond was a faithful parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church and long time member of the Knight's of Columbus- 4th degree. Raymond was a true warrior in all aspects of life. He was a Soke (10th degree black belt) in the martial arts but always shared his knowledge through humility by example. He was the proud author of his first book "True Kempo-Pine Tree Reflection, the warrior within". Raymond's passions were his family, his martial arts and his commitment to God's work within the Knight's of Columbus. A True Warrior in life and throughout his battle he fought with determination and grace, never to complain or look for sympathy from others and always putting others needs before his. He will always be our special "Ray of Sunshine". Special thanks to St. Elizabeth's PSW Leanne for her dedicated and compassionate care for Raymond and also the rest of the Partner's in Community Nursing team that helped provide his care. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, June 19th from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. Prayers at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH (903 Giffard St., Whitby) on Monday, June 20th at 11:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations gratefully accepted for the St. Vincent de Paul Society.