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1944
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2025
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RAY LEINO Obituary
Our big brother died on March 31, 2025.
He was born in Port Arthur on June 13, 1944 to Urho and Edna Leino ~ their firstborn. Then came David, Millie and Joy.
He was married to Virginia for almost 52 years.
It's ironic that a man, who for many years compassionately cared for countless families in their saddest moments, succumbed to death himself and is now the recipient of compassionate care in the funeral home he founded ~ Harbourview Funeral Centre.
Over the years, Virginia and Ray made many trips to Greece and other parts of the world. Some of our relatives enjoyed these trips with them. Greece was Ray's "happy place". He would have loved to have gone just one more time!
For years he also enjoyed his camp at Walkinshaw Lake, boating in our Thunder Bay harbour, attending the blow-outs at Uncle Wally's and other family get-togethers.
He was a landlord of an apartment building in the east end and the former owner of the Voyageur Motel. He always drove a nice car.
A little-known fun fact about Ray is that in the late 1960s he tried his hand at chinchilla ranching. That's all we'll say about that!
Funeral Services for Ray will be held in the Chapel of Harbourview Funeral Centre at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 7, 2025 presided by Rev. Fr. Konstantinos Tsiolas. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held one hour prior to the service.
Condolences may be offered at www.harbourviewfuneral.ca
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Memories and Condolences
for RAY LEINO
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8 Entries
Roland & Betty Baird
April 10, 2025
Virginia & family - we are sorry to hear of Ray's passing. Remember Ray from Lakeview High & later years at Sargents. He was helpful when we needed his services at Harbouview. Condolences to the family.
Anna Boesch
April 8, 2025
Virginia & family
I am so sorry to hear of Ray´s passing! Ray was always so kind and helpful when we worked at Sargent´s together! He did have a bit of a sneaky humour about him! Cherished memories!!
Bill Havelin
April 7, 2025
From Vancouver Island.. long time ago I knew Ray..
My condolences
Charger Bill
DOUGLAS GOULD
April 6, 2025
Tough to say "Goodbye" to such a beautiful guy. He was always a true gentleman willing to listen and share his time with anyone.
Sincere condolences to the family.
Sincerely,
Bonnie and Douglas Gould.. ..(boater friends)
Elissa Hasell
April 6, 2025
Virginia. I was so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was a wonderful person and I will always remember him for his kindness and concern when dealing with bereaved people. He has a special place in my heart. My condolences to you and your family during this sad time.
Jennie Hartviksen
April 5, 2025
Virginia we are so sorry to hear of Ray´s passing. Such a wonderful person in this world. May his memory be eternal. Hugs
Jennie Hartviksen
Ken MCIVER
April 5, 2025
Ray grew up Current River. Met him we were both small children on Leslie ave. Him and family moved to Black Bay Area. My family followed a year later. Black Bay school with Ray and brother and sister.As we grew up as teenagers always seemed to around some ware. As life and marriage goes long I moved to Alberta once in while contact over years time may pass but you don´t forget old friends. He built a great life. He will be missed. KEN MCIVER.
Allan McIver
April 5, 2025
We first live across the street on Leslie Avenue from Ray and his family kitty corner from Glaude Garton School. His father bult a new home on Earl Street further North off Leslie Avenue in the Black Bay area. Shortly after our family also moved to Black Bay. Attended school with Ray throughout these years. Ray was always a kind, gentle and understanding individual. As life progresses we all will leave behind many things but memories are always there. My very best the the Leino family during theses time. Allan McIver Edmonton, Alberta.
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Memorial Events
for RAY LEINO
Apr
7
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Harbourview Funeral Centre499 N. Cumberland St., Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4R9
Apr
7
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Harbourview Funeral Centre499 N. Cumberland St., Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4R9