Raymond Halbert

Halbert, Raymond; It is with sadness, we announce that Raymond passed away gracefully into God 's arms on Thursday, November 28th, 2013 at the age of 74. Ray passed away peacefully at home in Mount Forest after a long and courageous battle with cancer and its affects. Throughout this ordeal Ray was constantly surrounded by family, friends and faith giving him the strength he needed for his journey. Ray is survived by his beloved wife April, son Douglas (Isabel), son David (Terry), grandchildren Joshua (Melissa), Christine, Alexandra, Michael & Madeline, great granddaughters Drea & Taylor, dear brother John (JoAnne) of Vancouver, WA and many, many dear friends. Many thanks to family & friends whose care, prayers and thoughts supported Ray and our family throughout this journey. Ray will be greatly missed by all of us. We will cherish always in our hearts the wonderful memories we shared together and we will very much miss his strength. Family and friends will be received at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest on Wednesday evening from 7:00 to 9:00p.m. A celebration of Ray 's life will be held at the Palmerston Christian Reformed Church, 400 Whites Road, Palmerston on Thursday December 5th at 11:00a.m. A reception will follow in the Church Fellowship Hall. Interment at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, 762 Woolwich Street, Guelph on Thursday at 3:00p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to World Renew, the Salvation Army or to a charity of one 's choice would be appreciated by the family. On line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com