WHEADON, Raymond Stanley “Ray”
Born Wednesday October 14, 1942. Passed away Friday January 09, 2026.
Much loved husband of Maureen for 60 years. Loving father of Paul (dec), Craig, Ross and Tony. Father-in-law of Carolyn, Paula and Rae. Loving and loved Pa of Dylan and Shaun; Meg, Will, Patrick and Jack; Brock; Trey, Cam, Gabbi and Sophie.
“May his dear soul Rest in Peace”
Funeral notice
Thursday January 15, 2026, 2:00pm
Quinn Funerals Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac
Get directionsThe Funeral of Mr. Raymond Stanley Wheadon will be held in the Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac on Thursday, January 15, 2026 commencing at 2pm.
The Funeral will leave the Chapel at the conclusion of the service for the Colac Lawn Cemetery.
For those who are unable to attend, CLICK HERE to view the live-stream.
Tributes
Leave a tributeDear Maureen and Families,
Our deepest sympathy on the sad loss of Ray.
Sending love to you all
Heather, Don Holland and familiesJanuary 22, 2026 12:22 pm
Sincere condolences to Maureen and family, Joe Polidano
January 19, 2026 6:28 pm
On behalf our family and business, we send our deepest condolences to Maureen, Craig, Ross, Tony, family and all at Wheadons Transport. Ray was an amazing friend, mentor and customer to us. I particularly loved his stories and our chats about life and work. A true gentleman who meant a lot to so many people.
January 16, 2026 2:58 pm
Sincere condolences to Maureen and family,
Des and Pauline
January 15, 2026 8:11 pm
Sincere Condolences to Maureen and Family. We all thought a Great Deal of Ray who was always there to offer his friendship and help.
Peter & James & The Dixon FamilyJanuary 15, 2026 1:58 pm
Maureen Thoughts are with you and family as you farewell Ray.Great memories of working days at Regal in our early years God Bless
Eileen Mc GuaneJanuary 15, 2026 11:00 am
To Maureen and family,
Sincere condolences to you all on the recent passing of Ray.Sue Melville and family
January 15, 2026 10:48 am
Sending our condolescences to Maureen , Craig, Ross, Tony and families.
Lots of great memories to thank for. Was a pleasure knowing you and being part of your team back in the day.
Rest easy RayJanuary 15, 2026 10:28 am
Our sincere condolences to Maureen and families on the passing of Ray, a kind, generous, friendly man who loved sharing a story. May he rest in peace.
Tim & Helen Gibson & familyJanuary 15, 2026 9:23 am
Sending our condolescences to Maureen , Craig Ross Tony and families on the passing of Ray. We remember the many years is Apex. Ray was a true member of the Colac community.
Mike and Heather GreenJanuary 15, 2026 8:02 am
Deepest Sympathy to Maureen, Craig, Ross, Tony & Families on the passing of Ray. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Marilyn, Matt, Jo, & Craig Walsh & Families .
January 14, 2026 7:15 pm
To Maureen & family,
Our thoughts are with you all.
Sincere condolences.
Raelene, Brian Schultz & family.January 14, 2026 6:55 pm
Deepest sympathy to Maureen and family sadly missed John, Maureen Adams and family. RIP goffer xo
January 14, 2026 6:48 pm
To Maureen and family sending you all our condolences on the passing of Ray, he was always up for a chat every time we saw him.
RIP Ray
David & Kathleen StewartJanuary 14, 2026 6:21 pm
Condolences to Rays family
Very fond memories of Ray in Regal Ice Cream truck coming to Lorne with deliveries for Parents shop (Cliffy and Shirley Green) Where dad would sneak out and lock the truck door with Ray inside.
Green Family
January 14, 2026 5:57 pm
Our sincere condolences to Maureen, Craig, Ross, Tony and families on the passing of Ray.
It was a privilege to have known and worked for Ray.
So many people were given a start in the industry or sat in a new truck by him.
His legacy will continue on in those who were part of his team.
One of life’s great characters, never happier than when he was in the driver’s seat or sharing a story.
Rest peacefully Ray after life’s long journey.Love
Martin and CarmelJanuary 14, 2026 10:41 am
Our deepest sympathy to Maureen and family on the loss of Ray. He was a true gentleman 🥀
Darky & Marg WilliamsonJanuary 14, 2026 10:00 am
Deepest sympathy to the Wheaton family and lovely man enjoyed working with him
Cheryl MooreJanuary 14, 2026 9:15 am
Condolences to Maureen, Craig, Ross, Tony and families on the passing of Ray. Such a lovely man Rip Ray.
From Mark & Sandra Buckingham and FamilyJanuary 14, 2026 8:47 am
Sympathies to Maureen and extended families on the passing of Ray. A true gentleman at rest.
Mick and KarenJanuary 13, 2026 6:58 pm
Dear Ray,
It was an absolute pleasure knowing you and working with you during my time up at the Fly. What good things you, me and the Mens Shed achieved. Go easy my friend, rest in peace. xo
Condolences to all your family. You will be missed.January 13, 2026 11:00 am
Deepest sympathy to Maureen,Craig,Ross,Tony & families on the passing of Ray. We are thinking of you all at this sad time.
RIP Ray
Jeanette & Simon BrumbyJanuary 12, 2026 10:00 am
Sending our love to Maureen, David and families on the passing of a true gentleman. You are in our thoughts.
Cousin Barb, Vicki, Mandy, Julie, Lisa, Scott and families 💐January 11, 2026 3:22 pm
Dear Maureen and family, long time friends, so sad to lose our friend Ray. Heartfelt thoughts to you all. Alan and Lyn,Narelle, Brett,Rachel and families.RIPDear Ray.
January 10, 2026 5:12 pm
Condolences to Maureen & all the Wheadon families. Thinking of you and our love to Meg.
January 10, 2026 1:31 pm
Much Love and Prayers to you Maureen and your Families at this very sad time
Rest peacefully Ray
Colleen Bernie (Dec) OShannassyJanuary 10, 2026 12:46 pm
Memories of Ray a wonderful friend over many years who will be sadly missed. Our thoughts are with Maureen and all the family at this sad time. Daryl, Kerry, Belinda, Marc and families
January 10, 2026 11:51 am
Our condolences to Maureen and family. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Love Garry & Dot Costello xx
January 10, 2026 8:57 am
Deepest sympathy to Maureen and Family on the passing of Ray we go back a long way to the vic hall dances and many more thinking of you all at this sad time
January 10, 2026 8:55 am
Sending my condolences to all the family.
RIP RayJanuary 09, 2026 7:06 pm