Raymond Edward Whelan

Nov. 2, 1947 – Sept. 18, 2022

Ray “Boomer” passed away peacefully at the Rotary Hospice House. He had his family at his side. He leaves behind his wife Juline, children Jessica Theroux (Norm), Melanie Kienzle (Nick), Regan D’aoust (J.J.) and Benjamin Whelan (Miriam). His grandchildren are Maya, Conner, Nate, Cooper, Piper, Rowan and Oaks. Predeceased by brother Mick and grandson Lachlan. Ray will be remembered for his larger than life personality and his zest for living. He was a logger for 40 years. He will be laid to rest in Prince George and Melbourne, Australia where his loving and supportive siblings and family reside. Ray had his special support system of Wendy, David & Delaina D’aoust/Pelletier, sisters Sheryle and Carmel and brothers Paul and Pat. Thank you for his care to the BC Cancer Center nurses (favorite nurse Corrina), Rotary Hospice Staff (Candace and Kathy), Dr.'s Butow, Lamb and Leiski. He was deeply loved and will be sadly missed. Special flower gardens will be made in remembrance of Ray because he “loved flowers”. A Celebration of Life will be held October 29, 2022 from 12:00-2:00 pm at the Columbus Community Centre, 7201 St. Lawrence Avenue, Prince George, BC.

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