Mr Raymond (Ray) Buckley

February 11th 2026, peacefully at hospital. Late of Grange Drive, Ballyclare. Retired manager of Ballyclare Comrades Social Club.

Beloved husband of the late Edith, much loved father of Ethel and husband John, Ray and wife Elena, Billy and partner Wilma, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather.

A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Ballyclare Presbyterian Church on Tuesday 17th February at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Ballyclare Cemetery.

Flowers welcome or donations in lieu, if desired, may be made to Dementia NI online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm).

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle.

A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

Charity details

Dementia N.I

Thank you for supporting the work of Dementia NI. Formed in 2015 by 5 people living with dementia, our aim is to raise awareness, challenge the stigma of a diagnosis, and ensure people living with dementia have a voice in the things that affect their everyday lives. As a local charity, you can be sure that every pound raised, stays here in Northern Ireland. Your support is very much appreciated and will help change the future for others living with dementia.To make your kindness go further, remember to select the Gift Aid option. Thank you.

Registered Number 106148

http://www.dementiani.org

Service details

Thanksgiving Service

17 February, 2026 11:00

Ballyclare Presbyterian Church

2 Foundry Lane , Ballyclare , BT39 9BQ

Burial

17 February, 2026 12:00

Ballyclare Cemetery

170 Doagh Road, Ballyclare, BT39 9ER

Messages of condolence

From Wilma and family x

Mrs Wilma Gault

So sorry for your loss 🩷

Miss Kayla Connor