RAY AKIRA TAKEUCHI

TAKEUCHI, RAY AKIRA November 18, 1924 - Thursday, December 13, 2018 For 94 years, Ray lived his life with passion. It came to an end gracefully at home just as he wished. Ray had many things that he was passionate about. His predeceased wife of 69 years, Mizue, was the light of his life. He was a caring father to Glen (Jan), David, Gerry and Kim. He adored his granddaughters Erin, Leah, Nicole and Tyler. Uncle Ray was loved by his many nieces and nephews for all the rich and fond memories. He had a unique ability to endear himself to family, friends, neighbours and just about anyone who would listen. He loved to tell tales about his antics growing up and his work in the aircraft industry. As a Senior Designer for the Avro Special Projects Group he worked on the top secret Avro Flying Saucer and many other military and commercial aircraft over an extensive career. Ray was a proud Japanese Canadian who served his country in the military during WWII and was the last surviving member of the first group of S20 Canadian Intelligence Corps attached to British Intelligence that served in Southeast Asia. His love of nature ranged from taking long hikes in the woods to watching and identifying all the various birds and mammals that frequented the backyard. Special thanks to Dr. Wilson and staff, Humber River Hospital Cancer Clinic; Dr. Christopher Pinto and staff; Marilyn, Elsa, Karma and team, Mosaic Home Care; Rose Marie Fraser and medical team, Toronto General Hospital; Veterans Affairs Canada; Dr. Joyce Cheung Palliative Care; Osaga and LHIN staff for their exceptional and compassionate care. He was predeceased by his sister Florence and brothers Dick (May) and Terry (Yuri). Survived by Shogo (Anne) and Abie (Edith). Resting at the NEWEDIUK FUNERAL HOME, KIPLING CHAPEL, 2058 Kipling Ave. (North of Rexdale Blvd.), on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Celebration of Life for Ray and Miz will take place at a later time. A charitable donation to The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre Heritage/Veterans Fund or the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, Mount Hope, would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences newediukfuneralhome.com