MARKS Raymond Daniel (Ray) — On Saturday 3rd January 2026. Peacefully at home, aged 77.
Beloved husband and best mate of Margaret for 57 years. Greatly loved Dad and father-in-law of Peter and Ruth, Scott and Shelley, Richard and Lisa, and Steph and Kyle. Adored ‘Grandi’ of his 11 grandchildren, their partners, and his 1.5 great-grandchildren. 
A funeral service for Ray will be held in the chapel of Willetts Funeral Services, 21 King Street, Whakatane on Thursday 8th January at 2.30pm followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the Whakatane Kiwi Trust at www.whakatanekiwi.org.nz/donate. Communications please to the Marks Family C/- PO Box 2070 Whakatane or online at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz