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RACINE, Raymond Arthur

September 17, 1934 — March 14, 2025

Well, if ever there was a man who knew how to put in a full day’s work and still have a little left for the folks around him, it was Ray Racine. He left us on March 14, 2025, at 90 years old, in Kelowna, BC, at Mission Creek Landing. But if you’re thinking Ray’s resting now — well, you’d be wrong. He’s probably up there tinkering with something, keeping his hands busy like he always did.

Ray was born on September 17, 1934, and from the get-go, he knew the value of hard work. He didn’t much care for sitting around when there was something to be done. Whether it was building Adirondack chairs that could hold up through a hundred summers, or growing vegetables that tasted better than anything from a store, Ray was always working on something.

He spent most of his years in Edmonton, but life took him and his family, to Burnaby when their eldest, Louise, was just 4. When the time came to slow down — though Ray never really slowed down — Ray and his second wife, Joan, settled in Kelowna for retirement. And in between all that, he found time to haul a big camper down to Arizona, where the sun was hot, the days were long, and life was just a bit easier.

Ray was a man who liked to keep moving. Every summer while the kids were little, he’d load up the family and head to Lake Osoyoos for two weeks of swimming, water-skiing, laughter, and stories that would get better every time they were told. Later in life, he took up golf to pass the time and enjoy a beer or two with friends.

Ray’s life was filled with love and family. He leaves behind his children, Louise, David, Darrell (Ann Marie), May (Len), Julie (Garth), and Ryan — all carry a piece of his hardworking spirit; his five grandchildren, Erin, Cameron, Amanda (Dwayne), Kristin (Michael), and Tanis (Mike) — who will remember the twinkle in his eye when he told a good story; and his four great-grandchildren, Aria, Kaleb, Jayden, and Fern — who will grow up hearing tales of a man who never quit until the job was done; and his companion Darlene.

He is also survived by his sister Annette. He’s gone on to join his wife Joan, his parents Euclide and Irene, and his brothers Denis and Phil — no doubt catching up and swapping stories like they always did.

“A good life’s like a well-tended garden — takes a lot of work, but the harvest is worth it.” Ray’s harvest was bountiful.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society

A Funeral Service, will be held on SUNDAY, MARCH 23, 2025, at 1:00 PM (PDT), in the Family Centre at SPRINGFIELD FUNERAL HOME, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. The grave site internment will be a private family event.

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The service for RACINE, Raymond Arthur is scheduled for SUNDAY, MARCH 23, 2025, at 1:00 PM (PDT). Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.

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Condolences

  • Emily Embree says:
    March 20, 2025 at 4:07 pm

    My deepest condolences to Darlene

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  • Zane & Lil says:
    March 20, 2025 at 4:11 pm

    Darlene, our deepest condolences to you on Ray’s passing. We treasure the many times we spent with you and Ray and the many laughs we shared together. In the years following Ray’s illness, you were an amazing caregiver to him for all those years. We both have you in our thoughts through this time. Love, Zane & Lil

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  • Norm and Lucille Mawhinney says:
    March 21, 2025 at 7:31 pm

    Our sincere condolences to you, Darlene. You and Ray were great neighbours and friends during our years in Scotty Creek.

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  • Sherry says:
    March 22, 2025 at 9:13 pm

    Our deepest sympathies to all of Rays 6 kids. So sorry for the loss of your dad. I am sure you have many great memories of growing up with your dad that will help make this sad day bearable. Love to you all

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