SCHMITT, Raymond Charles “Ray”
Born Sunday September 03, 1933. Passed away Thursday April 21, 2022.
Born on 3/9/1933 and passed away peacefully at the Epworth Hospital, Geelong, on Thursday 21/4/2022 at 10pm.
Ray was born in Camperdown, Victoria to Sarah and Charles Schmitt (both dec). Ray was a brother to Peggy (dec).
Ray passed away at 88 years old and was a much loved resident of Barongarook Gardens, Colac, since March 2021. Ray worked as a carpenter by trade, had 4 children, and enjoyed spending time within the Colac armatures cycling club and Colac veterans cycling club. Competing, helping and offering support where ever he could. He was most happy spending time with in and around the cycling community. Ray was also a lifelong member and supporter of the St Kilda football club. Ray was a huge fan of most sport, and played local football, golf, and cricket when he was younger. Gardening and breeding boxer dogs was a love of his and following competition cycling was a huge part of his life.
Ray will be sadly missed by great friends and family.
A huge thankyou to the nursing staff on 3 west at Epworth Hospital, Geelong. Their care of our Dad was outstanding and we highly respect the work they do in caring for our loved ones.
Dale, Jan, Mark and Marianne would like to invite you to dad’s funeral service to pay tribute to this very special man known affectionately as “Ray”.
Funeral notice
Wednesday May 04, 2022
The Funeral of Mr. Raymond Charles Schmitt will be held in the Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 commencing at 1:30 p.m.
In accordance with Ray’s wishes, a private cremation will be held.
For those who are unable to attend, click here to view the live-stream.
Tributes
Leave a tributeI would like to thankyou all personally for your kind words and wonderful tributes to Ray, my dad .
I've never felt more proud and am privileged to have met some of you at dads farewell. I would love to keep in touch , I will leave my email address below if anyone would like to reach out, I would really love that.
To Laura, John and Helen, thankyou from the bottom of my heart. You guys were so kind, caring, respectful and professional to deal with, You made one of the worst days bearable because your amazing at what you do. Thankyou.
❤💚💛🧡❤💜💙💛🧡💜💙💛❤💙💚💛smkcp@bigpond.com
May 07, 2022 9:11 am
Our deepest sympathy to Ray’s family. So sad to hear of your loss. Ray inspired, encouraged and supported Josh with his cycling and became a family friend. Thank you Ray..
Leanne, Allan, Emma and Josh StorerMay 04, 2022 9:52 am
DAD you will be sadly missed,missing all our phone calls , long chats, and good laughs. Now your at peace ,your memory will live on, love you always.
lots love jan
Jan Anthony and RyanMay 03, 2022 9:03 pm
RIP Ray will miss seeing your face in Barongarook Gardens and arguing over Collingwood my team and the all mighty Saints your team. Loved our chats and you telling me how often the saints bet Collingwood lol they year and by the point margins. Fly high mate your now free
May 03, 2022 8:09 pm
Poppy Ray ! The last few years haven’t been the greatest for you in and out of hospital. Now you can Rest In Peace. I will always cherish the memories we had together when I was younger teaching me to play pool, playing cricket on the front lawn, breading boxer dogs , going to your local cycle Meets , buying honey and local produce off the local farmers , enjoying pastries from the local bakery (mini pies) and doing a cricket camp with Darren Berry down the local cricket club. You would always drive me past a local country farm house and pointing out that it was Cliffy Young’s house and Australian ultra marathon runner and always be on the look to see if he was running down the country roads of Colac. Thank you for the memories 🙏🏼
May 03, 2022 8:02 pm
Ray the race has begun you and pat are lining up at the start line i know you will have each others back and the only problem you will have is whos finish first peddle peddle. No matter who wins your were both champions in my eyes .From the house in Rowville to the days down in rye these are the memories that are instilled. Listening to music dancing in the lounge room with the open fire place. Please save a seat in the grandstand so i can cheer when i get there. Hopefully dad and you can get the saints over the line this year. Condolences to Dale , Jan , Mark and Marianne . I know your baby girl will miss you but we will look after her
May 03, 2022 1:57 pm
Ray was a much valued volunteer at Colac Cycling Club events for many years. He loved the sport and loved being involved with and supporting Colac district cycling. He was always available and always a pleasure to work with. Without volunteers like Ray clubs like ours cannot survive. He will be missed. The committee and members of Colac Cycling Club extend their sincere condolences to his family.
Tony Prytz
President
Colac Cycling ClubMay 01, 2022 8:25 pm
Ray,
you were a wonderful neighbour to me for many years. I used to enjoy our chats when I dropped your medication off when I was working at the pharmacy. A true Gentleman.
RIP Ray
RachelApril 28, 2022 12:53 pm
Thank you Ray for being such a wonderful person to of known. From when we first met way back in 1989 when you were a customer of where I was working at the time, we became instant friends. From when I first became self employed towards the end of 1990 you were always encouraging in every way you could, giving countless advice and lending me your trailer whenever it was needed, to coffee's and chats and Friday night froffies. To the point that Helen called me your 'apprentice' you were always there for me as a mentor. From the highest of highs to the lowest of lows your opinion and encouragement was never swayed. You'd watch me play footy and give me pointers during the breaks, you and Helen came to our wedding and were around when our kids came into the world. From rocking it out with me at the Rod Stewart concert in 2002 to later times when you'd come to our home for roast tea and drinks. Always a pleasure to be in your company, rest easy me dear friend I'll miss you heaps. Love Darren, Julie, Maddy & Bronya Pyne
April 27, 2022 2:09 pm
The last twenty years with you are full of great memories. We tried together to get the Saints a premiership. We fished at Bullenmerri - no fish but had fun. Our painting of your house was a special time. You were a wonderful friend. Great memories forever.
Graeme GellieApril 27, 2022 1:08 pm
Ray, Your generosity and understanding in a time of need was exceptional.
In the short time I spent with you the banter is something I will miss.
You will be sadly miss.
Rest in eternal peace.
Frank A.April 27, 2022 11:29 am
Our sympathy to Ray’s family. Lots of memories from racing days at the vets and many a chat in the supermarket in later times. An all round nice man. John & Kerrie
April 26, 2022 11:03 pm
Dear Ray. Thank you for being a long time friend of our family and expecially Don and Dot Harburn. Your close friendship with my grand parents during the collapse of pyramid, helping my grandparents re build there lives will never be forgotten. Janelle and I where also lucky enough to call you our neighbour later in life. You were a wonderful man Ray and will be sorely missed. Have a chat and a can off coke with Pa for us and say hi, Rest In Peace Schmitty Love Brad Janelle and Jayme Oates xxx 👍
April 26, 2022 5:46 pm
Dad I'm so thankful for all the memories we shared together I only wish you were here to make more .I will love you today ,tomorrow and forever.
Rest in my heart for eternity .
RIP DAD ❤⚘April 25, 2022 6:27 pm
Dad I'm so thankful for all the memories we shared together,I only wish you were here to make more. I will love and miss you today ,tomorrow and for eternity.
RIP DAD x
MARIANNE SCHMITTApril 25, 2022 6:02 pm
Ray was always happy to lend a helping hand and being involved with local cycling events. I will miss getting you a cuppa and making sure you got some afternoon tea and of course most of all miss having a chat with you.. Rest peacefully Ray. Regards Jill Warton
April 25, 2022 2:06 pm
Ray. You were one of a kind mate. Our friendship over the last near 40 years are so treasured. Our times together on our driving trips and general chit-chat will be remembered forever.
I am so glad to have been with you on that final day.
Love you mateApril 25, 2022 9:23 am
Ray, beloved husband to Helen (dec), stepfather to Julie and Karen and Pa to Leigh, Kristen, Brianna and Mitchell.
RIP RayApril 25, 2022 8:17 am
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Fly With The Angels Ray
An absolute gentleman and a pleasure to have known you
at Barongarook Gardens. You will be so sadly missed Ray. So dearly loved by many.
Fly free Ray xx
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