Raymond Michael Ellard

Very saddend to hear of Rays passing. Only was talking to him last year when my wife Eileen and I bumped into him with Nora while walking through beautiful Mount Congreve Gardens in Waterford. Always enjoyed chats with him. Rest in Peace Ray

I was so sorry to hear the very sad news of Ray's sudden and untimely passing. My sincere condolences to Ray's family and to his friends and colleagues in the FSAI. Ray was a pleasure to work with. He had such a wealth of knowledge and was very personable, a lovely gentleman.
May Ray Rest in Peace.

It is going to be hard to keep going without Ray. I met Ray almost 20 years ago and we have worked and collaborated since then. But he was much more than that, he was a great friend, and a great companion.
I can´t even imagine how hard will be for his family…. He was very proud of them, above all his little granddaughter.
You will be greatly missed, Ray,
My deepest condolences to all the family.

Dear Nora, Ruth, Lorcan, Eloise and all your extended Family.
So sorry and saddened to hear of Ray's sudden passing. May he rest in Peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.

Our sympathies to you Nora and your family on your sad loss. May Ray rest in peace. Gary and Geraldine Kavanagh

I was very sorry to hear of Ray’s very sudden demise RIP my sympathies to Nora, Ruth, Lorcan, and Eloise and the extended Ellard family.

Sincere sympathies to Nora and all the Ellard family. Ray was a friendly man.
Sorry for the late condolence as I only heard of Ray's passing today.
May he Rest in Peace 🙏

I offered a Holy Mass today (4th Sept) for Ray. May he rest in peace.

In addition to previous condolences.

Sincere condolences to Nora, Ruth and all the Ellard family on the sudden passing of Ray. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Nora & Ruth, So sorry to hear of Ray's untimely passing. During the early years of the FSAI, Ray with his infectious smile was a great facilitator. It was a pleasure to have crossed his path.
May he Rest In peace.

Deepest sympathies to Ray's families and friends at this sad time. May he rest in peace 🙏

Nora, my deepest sympathies to you and your family on the sudden loss of your dear husband Raymond, may he rest in peace.

So sad & shocked to hear of Ray's untimely passing. I had the privilege of working with Ray in the FSAI for over 20 years. He was like a big brother sharing his vast knowledge, wisdom & wit. Always guiding us in the right direction. A true gentleman.

I worked with Ray for a time in the FSAI. He was a very engaging, witty person and so knowledgeable on many subjects. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace.

Dear Nora, Ruth, Lorcan, Eloise and family, our heartfelt condolences to you. Ray was always so warm and interested and it was a pleasure to be in his company. Rays photos kept us connected with family events we had not been able to make. May he rest in peace.

My deepest condolences to the Ellard family on the untimely passing of Ray. May he rest in peace.

Dear Ellard family,

My sincere sympathy to you on your very sad loss. Ray was a highly respected member of the Accreditation Board of the Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB) for many years. His expertise and valuable contributions were greatly appreciated. May Ray rest in peace.

Rosemary Hayden, INAB

My sincerest sympathies to Nora, Ruth and the entire Ellard family at the sudden and unexpected death of Ray. What a sad loss for you all. I was a classmate of Ray's and have known him for many years. May he rest in peace.

My deepest condolences to Ray’s family and friends. Our paths crossed many times over the last 25 years in educational matters in Cathal Brugha street and TU Dublin. He was so generous with his time, expertise and support to environmental health education nationally and internationally. He always had a smile and had a warm hearted nature.

I was saddened to hear of Ray's sudden passing on return from leave. I had the pleasure of meeting and working alongside Ray during my short tenure at FSAI on exchange from the FSA in England. As others have said, Ray was such a warm and welcoming person, who lit up the room and eagerly shared his love and knowledge of all things food (and more)! I have and always will remember him fondly. My thoughts are with you all at this time of loss.

My deepest sympathy to Nora, Ruth and the Ellard family on Ray's passing.

I had the pleasure to work with Ray for several years at FSAI where he was a wonderful inspiration. We had a shared love for all things aviation related. Ray will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Raymond has left us. But his legacy will continue to inspire us.

Dear Ellard family,
It was with deep sorrow that we were informed that Raymond Ellard has passed away.

Personally, I worked closely together with Raymond for several years while he was hon. Secretary for the International Federation of Environmental Health. Raymond was a true friend, having a high insight on all aspects of Environmental Health, and he had an international outlook.

Raymond was a person of great integrity, professionalism and at the same time had a great heart in order to assist others that showed interest in advancing Environmental Health on all its parameters.

For the same reasons Raymond Ellard was awarded the most prestigious IFEH award in 2012 - The IFEH Eric Foskett Award.

For many years – both before and after his term as IFEH hon Secretary – Ray was a steady contact point for many of us.

I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to you in this difficult time.

This is on behalf of the Danish Organisation – EnviNa Denmark and on behalf of the IFEH Europe Group ( EFEH ) – for which I am the chairman.

Hopefully our testimony of the life of Raymond and what he has achieved will give you a little comfort in your time of mourning.


Henning Hansen, Chair IFEH Europe, EnviNa Denmark

Condolences to the Ellard family on Ray’s untimely death. I came to know Ray while working in the food industry in the 90s and 2000s. While keeping food safety to the fore, he was able to work practically with industry to find solutions. A man of integrity, decency and humour.

My sincere condolences to Nora, Ruth and the Ellard family on the sad passing of Ray. I have many fond memories of Ray, particularly our time with EHAI and IFEH. May Ray rest in peace.

My deepest sympathies to Nora, Ruth, Lorcan, Eloise and the extended Ellard family on Ray’s sudden and untimely passing. A true gentleman who was always a pleasure to work with. He was food safety leader who promoted and shared his expertise widely with humour. A great colleague and a lovely person. May Ray rest in peace.

I was saddened to learn of Ray’s sudden passing. I got to know him while working in the HSE Dublin North East City offices and he was always both professional and courteous and we always had a bit of a laugh on the phone. I'm so sorry he didn't get to enjoy more retirement time with his family. My sincere sympathy. May he rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of Ray's sudden passing. It was always a pleasure to meet Ray and to discuss matters related to food safety. He was most supportive at the foundation of the Food Safety Professionala Association and a friend and colleague whose advice was always forthcoming. He will be sadly missed. Condolences to his family and may he rest in peace.

Nora, we were so shocked to hear about Rays passing. We offer our deepest sympathies to you and the family.

My heartfelt sympathy .Nora & all the family .thinking of you at this sad time. May Ray R.I.P. Cousin Josie .

A colleague is leaving, but his impact and friendship will remain in our hearts

Dear Ellard family,

with deep sorrow we received the news of the passing of Raymond Ellard, the former director of the Irish Food Authority and former honorary secretary of IFEH.

We are losing not only a highly esteemed colleague, but also a personality who shaped food safety in Ireland, the EFEH, IFEH, and far beyond with great expertise, integrity, vision, and humor. His commitment to food safety, his tireless effort for consumer protection, and his always open, collegial approach have set standards that will remain a model for all of us.

Many of us had the privilege to know him over the years at international meetings as a valued conversational partner, advisor, and a kind person. His work will live on in our shared efforts, and the memory of him will accompany us.

We would like to express our heartfelt condolences to you in this difficult time. May the certainty that he has left his mark in Europe and in the hearts of his colleagues provide you with comfort.

With silent sympathy.


Maik Maschke
Federal Chairman

Deepest sympathy to Rays family on his sudden and untimely passing, and to his wide circle of friends and colleagues in the FSAI. May he rest in peace. Rita Gately (retired Local Authority Veterinary Service)

Nora - I offer you my deepest condolences & sympathy on the passing of Ray. RIP
Angela (Ex AIB F&L)

My deepest condolences to all Ray’s family at this very sad time. I was fortunate to have worked with Ray in FSAI. He was a great colleague who will be remembered for his great sense of humour, knowledge and generosity. A true gentleman. Rest in peace Ray.

So sorry to hear of Ray's death. He was friends for many years with Kevin through the Vincent de Paul and Kerdiffstown House. Thinking of you at this sad time.

So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. I worked with Ray in the HSE many years ago-
a consummate professional. Sincere sympathy to Ray's family.

The EHAI is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our friend and esteemed colleague and Life Fellow of the EHAI and former Honorary Secretary of the International Federation for Environmental Health (IFEH), Ray. Ray has left a positive lasting impact on our profession and he will be greatly missed by us all. Our thoughts are with Norah and all of the Ellard family during this very sad time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

My deepest sympathy to Nora and family on your great loss. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ray's death.
Beannacht Dé lena anam.

Sending our deepest condolences to Ray's lovely family. He loved you all so dearly. He was our colleague and friend in the DOH. With Ray there was never a dull moment away a twinkle in the eye and a head popping around the door with an idea, a scheme or a jest. Gone too soon. May he be with God.

My sincere condolences to Nora and family and Geraldine. May God’s blessings be with you all at this very sad time.

Deepest sympathies to Nora and family on Ray's passing. A special word to Geraldine who we have known for many years.
Ray was a very pleasant person - - may he rest in peace.

Nora and Ruth sincere condolences on Rays passing

Sincerest condolences Nora, Ruth, and family on the sad and untimely passing of Ray. May he rest in eternal peace.

My deepest sympathies to Nora, Ruth, Lorcan, Eloise and the extended Ellard family. Ray was a great colleague and an endless source of food safety wisdom and humour. May he rest in peace

My deepest condolences to Nora, Ruth, Lorcan, Eloise and all Ray’s family at this very sad time. I was fortunate to have worked with Ray in FSAI. He was a great colleague who will be remembered for his great sense of humour, knowledge and generosity. Rest in peace Ray.

My deepest sympathy. Ray was a good colleague at FSAI and a real people person. So shocked at his untimely death. He was larger than life and loved to travel and meet people. He'll be missed by many.

My deepest sympathies to Nora, Ruth, Lorcan and Eloise on the untimely passing of Ray. He was a true gentleman and so generous with his time, knowledge and humour to colleagues at the FSAI. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

Sincere sympathy to the Ellard family on the sad passing of Ray. I knew him as a Food Lawyer & Board Member of the FSAI. He was kind, caring, and always gregarious, whilst being an exemplary Public Servant. May he rest in peace.

Nora, I am so deeply sorry to hear of Ray’s unexpected passing. I will always remember his quick wit, he had a way of lifting everyone’s spirits and bring laughter into any room while also being the unofficial photographer at family gatherings. He will be missed. Thinking of you and Ruth, Lorcan, Eloise and extended family at this time and sorry I can’t be with you.

Nora and Ruth, we are deeply sorry for your loss. We always had a lovely catch up with Ray at the SVP hampers each year. May he rest in peace.

So sorry nora and ruth on the passing of Ray , yee are in our thoughts here in mullingar himself and john are together keeping a eye on us no doubt planning adventures rest in peace Ray

Nora, we are so deeply sorry to hear such sad news. We had the pleasure of your and Rays company on a number of occasions. He was a gentleman and will be sadly missed. Rest in Peace Ray

So sorry to hear of your Dads passing .Deepest condolences to you Ruth your Mam Lorcan and Eloise .May he rest in peace.

Ray you gave so much to so many across so many different areas and always did it with that big smile. You will be truly missed but always remembered as a true gentleman and most of all as a giant of the Environmental Health Family. Sincere sympathies to Nora, Ruth and his entire family.

Deepest Sympathy to you all at this sad time.
May he rest in peace.

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Rays sudden death.His contribution to the profession was enormous. Condolences to his wife, daughter, grandchild, son- in law
and extended family. Ar dheis De go raibh
a anam dilis.

Condolences to family from Australia

Our deepest sympathies to Nora, Ruth, Lorcan and Eloise on the loss of your dear husband, father and grandfather. We are thinking of you at this very difficult time. May Ray's gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Nora and the Ellard family, we were shocked to hear of Ray’s untimely passing.
We usually met at our AGM in Wexford with Ray asking relevant questions on the accounts with humor and understanding.
May he rest in peace

So very sad to hear Ray is no longer with us. Sincere condolences to Norah, his family and all those who knew and loved him. Rest in peace Ray.

What sad news about Ray.

Our memories of Ray go back to his lectures on Air Pollution in Cathal Brugha St.

We are very sad to hear of his sudden death.

Our condolences to Nora, Ruth and all of his extended family.

Tom and Emer