Ray Wickham

Sincere sympathy to all Rays family at his sad passing may he rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to Garvan, Amanda and the boys and all the Wickham family on the sad passing of Ray. Thinking of you at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to all the family. Have many happy memories of Kay and Ray over a long number of years in France. Thinking of all of you at this time.

Heartfelt sympathy to Cormac, Garvan, Fergal and all the extended family at this sad and difficult time. Our friendship with Ray and Kay goes back many years and we enjoyed every moment in their company and had many a good laugh. We'll remember Ray for his wisdom, wit, good humour and kindness. We went through lots of good times together, and some not so good. His support and kindness will never be forgotten....ní bheidh a leithéad ann arís. He'll be sadly missed by so many, especially his family. He's united now with his beloved Kay. Solas na. Bhflaitheas orthu

Cormac, Julie and family, we are so sorry for the loss of your Dad, Father in law and Grandad. Thinking of you all at this difficult time and praying for Ray. RIP.

I was so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. A lovely man who was so helpful and kind when he tutored courses and indeed on many days in Tralee doing beach guard tests.  Ray was such a positive influence. Condolences to his family on their loss.

Sincere Condolences to all the Wickham and extended families on the passing of Ray. RIP.
United with his Darling wife Kay.
A pleasure to meet always.
Malachy and Liz mc Daid Tralee

Sincere Condolences to the Wickham family. Thinking of you all at this sad time. May Ray's gentle soul rest in peace.

We were all saddened at McDermott's Pharmacy to hear about Ray's passing. He was a very popular man and we always enjoyed the chat with him and would even attempt the cupla focal.
We offer our sincere sympathies to his family.

So sad to hear of Rays passing. My deepest condolences to Rays children & all his family. May he Rest in Peace.

My deepest sympathy to all of Ray’s family.Great memories over many years through our shared involvement with water safety along side Kay and Jack M.Ray made an enormous contribution to water safety and will always be remembered with such fondness and gratefulness.

My sincere condolences to the Wickham family on the sad passing of Ray, a wonderful character a wonderful teacher and a wonderful instructor who made learning fun. I have great memories of classes and conventions and the craic we had over the years, those were the days. The world is now a sadder place with his passing. May Ray rest in eternal peace.

Very sorry to hear about Ray's passing. He was always a gentleman and I enjoyed his company in Gormanston many years ago. We had a lovely reunion a couple of years ago in Hoath after his wife died and it was great to catch up with him. May he rest in peace. Austin

Sincere condolences to Cormac, Garvan, Fergal and the extended Wickham family on the untimely passing of Ray. I have very fond memories of Ray while examining on the Skerries Water Safety weeks and tutoring on the various courses over the years. Ray was a great support and always good humoured. He will be missed.

To Cormac, Fergal, Garvan and the extended Wickham family, my sincere condolences on the death of Ray. We worked together at many occasions over the years - Ray was always totally dedicated to the cause of Water Safety Ireland. I'm sure that many children and swimmers lived safely because of what they learned from both Ray and Kay.

So saddened to hear of Ray's passing, always a legend and a great friend to the Da and to our sister Susan in particular.
Together again with Kay...Codladh sámh.

Sincere condolences to the Wickham family and friends. Saddened to hear of Rays passing, he will be greatly missed by our Water Safety Community and beyond. Rest in peace Ray.

Deepest sympathy to Ray's family on his premature demise. Ray (and Kay) packed a lot into their lives and gave so much too. Good memories of our time in Gormanstown back in the 60's Ray. You will be much missed by all who knew and loved you. RIP Ray.

My sincere sympathy to the Wickham family on the death of Ray. Really liked the lovely eulogy by Cormac. As a school pal of Rays who I used to meet occasionally in and around Howth, it was always a joy to catch up on his exploits. Forever a disciple of water safety and its merits he deserved all the accolades he got for his tireless work in support of Water Safety. May he rest in peace.

My deepest condolences to Comac, Garvan, Fergal and the ectrened family on the sad passing of Ray. I knew Ray and Kay my whole life as they were life long friends to my Mam and Dad, Aidan and Susan Byrne. We remember fondly the many visits of Ray and Kay to Rush Water Safety week to exam us all, the Water Safety competitions and events all over Ireland, and of course the weekly Wednesday nights in town for the meet up for pints with Ray, Jack, Sean and Aidan - where during the odd lively debate I witnessed, a point or discussion had to made 'through the chair (person) to much amusement! I was so glad to see Ray in Donegal last year when he stopped in to say hello to me. And how kind Ray and Kay were to our family when our sister Sinead and my Dad Aidan were ill. May Ray and Kay both be united in peace and look over you all. Both of them, and the other Water Safety members, did such service of teaching swimmers and sharing their passion for water safety. May Ray rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to you Cormac & your family on the loss of your beloved Dad. May he Rest in Peace

Ar dheis Dé atá sé anocht agus a bhean Kate lena thaobh. Chuir sé tús leis an ciorcal chómhrá i mBeann Éadair - táimid an-bhuíoch de faoi sin - gaeilgeoir den chéad scoth a bhí ann. Go raibh míle maith agat Ray. Cífidh muid thú. Slán

My sincere sympathy to the wicham family on the death of Ray at this sad time and just to say it was a pleasure to have meet a great man with kindness and curiosity and to the ability to make you feel important. May he rest in peace.

Sincere Condolences to Cormac,Fergal & Gavin on the sad passing of your beloved Dad. The Mason family have wonderful memories of Ray at the watersafety competitions and later as examiners at the conferences. May his gently soul rest in peace 🙏

Sincere sympathy to the family of Ray on his untimely death
May he rest in peace
Brendan and Lil Keegan

Condolences to Cormac,Fergal ,Garvan and the extended Wickham family ,on Ray's sad passing.Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

Sincere condolences to the Wickham lads and extended family. Ray was a gent.

Deepest condolences to the Wickham family on this sad passing of a true legend of Irish Lifesaving. We as a family have so much to thank him for and we hope he is at peace with Kay in Heaven.

We are saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Ray, we go back a long time since starting a Water Safety Red Cross course in Iveagh Baths back in 1966 at the time Ray and Kay were the Instructors. Ray and Kay have always been at the forefront of water safety and dedicated themselves to the cause of life-saving. Ray and Kay were always helpful to young up and coming trainee Instructors like myself at the time. Ray will always be remembered for the banter at WS conferences and courses over the years. Our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to all the family.

Anna Byrne WSI Life Governor

We send our deepest condolences to all of the Wickham family at this sad time of Ray passing from this life. May he rest in peace.

Deepest condolences to Cormac fergal and Garvin
Your dad was a lovely man
May he rest in peace

We are very saddened to hear the news of Ray's passing, he was a true Gentleman, may he RIP, deepest condolences to all the family.

Sincere condolences to Cormac Fergal and Garvan. I first met Ray at Lifesaving competitions in the 80's when his then fiery red haired twins squared up to an equally fiery pair of red haired twins from Kilkenny. The competition was fierce and continued for years. We subsequently met through the years at WS conferences and seminars where his knowledge and wit was greatly appreciated. He has left a great legacy to Water Safety. RIP Ray.

Sincere sympathy to all the family and extended families on the death of our beloved friend Ray. It was a pleasure knowing him, he was such a gentleman always kind and caring and ready to help. Be it in Vilamoura or Torrevieja, Dublin,France or Charlestown family and friends were his world and he made time for all. We are deeply saddened by the passing of Ray and offer condolences to all.RIP Ray

Ray was a frequent visitor to Monaghan for Swimming Teacher courses and trained the vast majority of our current instructors and committee members. His sense of humour at Examiners’ Conferences and National Award Ceremonies will be sadly missed by his fellow water safety colleagues as we were usually left laughing or smiling following our conversations with him.

To Cormac, Fergal, Garvan and the extended Wickham Family, we offer our sympathy and condolences at this very sad time.

Sending condolences to Cormac, Fergal, and Garvan. Happy memories of your Dad & Mam. RIP Ray.

We are so sorry to Garvan and the Wickham family on the sad passing of Ray. He was always such a lovely man, with a great sense of fun about him. We looked forward to meeting him at galas. He was so encouraging to all the children, and was Eoghan and Endas greatest advisor.
May he rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. Just thinking of him today , coincidentally. A beautiful man and a great character. Ní bheidh a leithèid arís ann.
Rest easy Ray.

Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Ray. Sympathy to Garvan, Amanda and the boys & all the Wickham family. May the many happy memories help carry you on the difficult days ahead. Peace to his gentle soul. Reunited with Kay now.

I extend my sincere sympathy to the immediate and extended members of the Wickham family, to Ray's many friends and to all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Ray enjoyed the times he spent in Holycross with Garvan, Mandy and his grandchildren. It was always a pleasure to meet and chat with him over a pint in The Ship. He had a knowledgeable and engaging personality and I always enjoyed his company.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

IT was with great sadness that we learnt of Ray's passing. We remember the laughs we had, the courses in Dunmanway along with our friend Jack Mason. We will miss you and Kay
Ar dheis dé go raibh a anam dílis

My deepest sympathy to Cormac, Fergal, Garvan and their families. Ray was a great supporter of Howth Lifeboat.

Deepest sympathy to all the Wickham family on the death of Ray, one of natures gentlemen. May his gentle soul rest in peace in the company of his wife Kay and all the saints in heaven.

Cormac so sorry to hear of your lovely Dad's passing. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. May he Rest In Peace Love Keith Michelle Jack & Cian x

Our sincerest condolences to Cormac, Fergal and Garvan, Alan and Dermot and all the extended family and Ray's many friends. Ray was a gentleman, engaging company, generous and thoughtful and he has left a great legacy of memories, stories, deeds and friendship. Codladh samh Ray agus mile buíochas.

Ray was one of the greats of water safety, and a lot more besides. It’s so hard on Cormac, Fergal and Garvan coming only four years after Kay’s death. My sympathy to all of the Wickham family. May he rest in peace.

Our sincere sympathy to Cormac, Fergal and Garvan and all the extended family on the death of Ray R.I.P. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time. Fond memories of family holidays in Ramelton. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Sincere condolences to the Wickham family on the passing of Ray. He will be sadly missed by all in the Water Safety family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

To Cormac, Fergal and Garvan, So sorry to hear of the passing of Ray, lots of happy memories of your parents from holidays in Wexford to catching up with them when they came over to NZ .. You are all in our thoughts ..

Dear Cormac, Garvan & Fergal,
We are saddened to hear of the passing of your lovely dad, Ray.
We will keep you in our prayers.
God Bless.

Deepest sympathies to Cormac, Fergal & Garvan on the passing of Ray. May he rest in peace. We'll miss that smile!

Sincere condolences on the loss of your dad, Ray.

I was deeply saddened to hear of Ray's passing. Sincere condolences to the Wickham family. I have very fond memories of Ray at Water Safety events, especially the instructor courses held in Dunmanway. May he rest in peace

Sincere condolences to Cormac, Fergal and Garvan on the passing of your father, Ray. Both he and your late mother, Kay, were so helpful in coaching me and my colleagues on the Dublin water safety teams over the years. Ray's expertise and knowledge in all water safety topics was well respected by everyone. A gentleman and a scholar. RIP.

So sorry to hear of Rays passing. He has taught generations swimming and life saving. He trained John as a water safety instructor and swimming teacher and our sons Ben and Johnny as lifeguards and i had the pleasure of knowing Kay through swimmimg too.....a lovely couple. They will be sadly missed by their children and grandchildren....
Thinking of you all at this difficult time

Sincere condolences to the Wickham family on the death of Ray. Great memories of him from Water Safety competitions and conferences. His wisdom and wit will be missed.

Our sincerest condolences to Cormac, Garvan, Fergal and the extended Wickham family on passing of Ray may he rest in peace

Our deepest sympathy to Cormac, Fergal, Garvan and Ray's extended circle of family & friends , we were all privileged to call Ray our friend for many many years & he will forever be remembered in all our homes .
Also, our deepest sympathy to James on the loss of your great friend .
Rest in peace Ray you are now back with his beloved Kay .

Your deepest condolences to Garvan, Fergal and Cormac and all the Wickham families. We are so saddened to hear that our good friend and neighbour Ray has passed away. He will be dearly missed. RIP Ray.

Deepest sympathy to the Wickham boys in the loss of their beloved dad, fond memories of Casana View. Lord
rest his gentle soul.