RAYMOND V. FOREMAN On Friday, June 16, 2017, peacefully with his loving wife June and son Stephen at his side, Ray said his last goodbye. For 85 years, Ray brightened the lives of everyone who had the opportunity to know him – a gentleman to his core. He was blessed with an engaging smile and a relentless desire to lighten the moment with a quip and a great sense of humour. Family was paramount for Ray; as a father his love and support for Stephen knew no bounds, he imparted the importance of family, compassion, respect and commitment to task. His daughter-in-law Patricia (Havill) was the apple of his eye and he cherished every moment with his grandsons Robert and Sean. He took great pride in their accomplishments and relished their back-and-forth practical jokes. A loving and devoted husband to June (Swift) for 63 years, they travelled and cruised the world in their retirement and maintained a love for one another that will forever be inspirational. In retirement, Ray developed a passion for African violets and spent many years involved with the Ottawa African Violet Society . After attending St. Michael’s College School in Toronto, Ray joined his uncles at Bell Canada. As a dedicated Bell Canada employee, he missed only one day of work in his 43 years. Ray started his career as a Central Office Technician; at retirement he was a recognized expert in computer systems security with the Bell’s National Systems Group. Predeceased by his brother Edward and sisters Rose, Joyce and Teresa, he is survived by his loving wife June, son Stephen, daughter-in-law Patricia, his grandsons Robert and Sean and his many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral Arrangements; visitation 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 20th and 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 21st at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, Pickering Village, ON L1T 2Z7 (905-428-8488). Funeral Mass 12 p.m. at Saint Isaac Jogues Church, 1148 Finch Avenue, Pickering, ON L1V 1J6. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Ontario. Online condolences may be placed at www.mceachniefuneral.ca