Ray’s Celebration of Life

By Dane Shinton

Celebrate Ray’s Celebration of Life and support people living with dementia.

For Ray, With Love — and for every family touched by dementia

In honour of Dad, Ray, we are raising funds for Dementia Australia.

Dementia shaped the final chapter of his life, and our family experienced firsthand the challenges it brings — not just for the person, but for everyone who loves them.

If you would like to honour Ray, a donation in lieu of flowers would mean a great deal to us.

Your support will help Dementia Australia continue providing vital care, guidance, and support to families navigating this journey.

Thank you for being part of celebrating Dad’s life.

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$516

Anita And Cory

I still miss Ray, and always will. So glad I knew him and was able to celebrate him with you and Alex, Karlija Corey and the boys, and of course, Lidija. Love you all ♥️

$106.12

Peter And Julie Shinton

$106.12

Jennifer Sheldrake

$106.12

Sandra Colucci

We have been blessed to call Ray our dear neighbour and friend. Our friendship began when Ray and Lidija moved to Picton 1 year after we moved here, approximately 25 years ago. We shared many memories of wining and dining together, celebrating milestones, weddings and get togethers. We loved seeing Ray and Lidija who were like part of our extended family. Throughout all those years, Ray was always a great friend and the best neighbour. Hilarious wit, and so many shared stories and many laughs that could make you fall off your chair. He was also a great brewer of Yarndil brewed beers that were consumed during these get togethers. We were saddened to see his health decline due to dementia but loved sharing time with Ray. Even when dementia started taking its toll, Ray's smile remained and we cherished every moment we shared. We were blessed to spend time with him in his final weeks. We were blessed to live next door to Ray - 25 years of laughter, good food, and even better company – that's what we'll miss most. Rest in peace, mate – you'll be sorely missed, but never forgotten. Love the Colucci family

$127.34

Inga And Peter Stubis

$106.12

Katie Roberts

What a beautiful way to honour Ray & help families impacted by dementia. Sending so much love to your family xxx

$100

Prue Galvin

In memory of Uncle Ray, your warm smile will be missed💕

$106.12

Tan & Jake

Thinking of Ray + sending love to the whole family! 💙

$267.25

Teagan

An incredible human being. Thinking of you all and Love you x

$60.13

Anita Stubis

❤️❤️❤️

$100

Jo S

In memory of Uncle Ray. I hope they can find a cure one day soon.

$106.12

Leia Supe & Mark Hopson

Ray Shinton: a beloved uncle whose warmth, wisdom, and generosity touched us all. May he find peace.

$33.87

Brett Blackman

$100

John Borthwick

$106.12

Pam And Darren Bell

In loving memory of a good man who was clearly very much loved and will be missed but remembered always.

$162.75

Georgia & Jakub

With love for a truly great man ❤️

$106.12

Alex Mascarenhas

With love and the best memories

$106.12

Melanie Shinton

$60.13

Allyson Mascarenhas

$100

Bella C

Sending lots of love. Xxx

$106.12

Karlija Lutman

$106.12

Dane Shinton