John, Raymond Harold 68, died Tuesday March 10, 2015 in Windsor, Ontario, husband of Sylvia (2001). He leaves behind his children, Brad & wife Kim, Chris & wife Trish, Melanie & husband Dennis, & Keith. Dear grandfather of William (Adam) & partner Becky, Amberley & partner Ray, Brieanne & partner Jake, Zachary, Sheilina, Evangeline, Evan, Bailey, Ethan, Nathaniel, Dennis (Doc) & Emma. Great-grandfather to Olivia, Hannah & Latsistaw^lye.
He was raised on the Oneida of the Thames First Nation, son of William & Pearl (Riley) John. Dearest brother of Betty & spouse Tony Bereza, Predecased by brothers Bill & Clifford.
Ray is remembered by many as a great uncle, cousin & friend. He had strong work ethics moving his family in late the 60s to pursue a career within the Steel Industry in which he advanced to management retiring in 2014. He also helped to establish the Can-Am Indian Friendship Center & serving on their board of directors in Windsor, Ontario.
A memorial service will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2015 12pm at the Zion Anglican Church, Oneida of the Thames Settlement, Ontario followed by wake at the Oneida Community Center, Ballpark Rd, Oneida, Ontario.
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