Raymond John HILBORNE

Published on 18/09/2024

HILBORNE Raymond John OBE It is with deep sorrow we announce the death of Ray, who passed away peacefully on 7th September. 2024 at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester at the age of 101. Predeceased by his parents, Reginald John and Nellie Victoria; his brother Maurice and survived by his brother Leonard. Beloved husband to Muriel for 74 years and cherished father to Christine, Janet and Roger (Cleone). Much loved grandad to Clare, Laura, Lauren (Joe) and Victoria (Domenic), great grandad to Freddie and Matilda. Ray of Fair Oak, Hampshire will be lovingly remembered by family, friends and caregivers. Ray was the long-standing manager of the Geest banana depot at Copheap Lane, Warminster, having joined the company in the late 1950's then later moved to Spalding to hold senior roles within the company, predominantly within the banana sector, until his retirement in 1989. Family and friends are invited to a funeral service at Wessex Vale Crematorium, Hedge End, Southampton on 4th October, 2024 at 1:00 pm. followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers Ray's family are supporting Dementia UK. Contributions can be made through A H Freemantle, 19 High Street, Botley SO30 2EA tel: 01489 876546.

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