OPRAY – Howard (Hec)

Born on March 17, 1926. Passed away December 4, 2023.

Passed away peacefully aged 97 years at Alchera House.
Dearly loved husband of Patricia (Elaine) for 76 wonderful years. Much loved Dad and Father-in- law of Gwenda & Dessie, Noel & Glenice, Anne & Neville, Marg & Rod, Graham & Ruth, Norma & Ron, Brian & Allyson, Helen (Dec) & Ray. Adored and proud Grandpa to his 27 Grand Children, 64 Great Grand Children & 11 Great, Great Grand Children.
Rest in Peace.
Heartfelt thank you to Dr Chris Perry for your care over the years,
the Doctors, Nurses, Carers, and staff at
Alchera House Korumburra who took such great care of dad.

Funeral Notice
Dumbalk Hall 29 - 31 Farmers Road · , Dumbalk East · 3956

A Private Funeral Service For Mr Howard (Hec) Opray, will be held on Friday December 15th, Commencing at 12pm

At the conclusion of the service, family and friends are warmly invited to join them for refreshments at the Dumbalk Hall at 1:30pm

This service will be  live streamed. To view please CLICK HERE

Tributes
  1. Loved and respected brother of Ted and Carmel Opray ( both dec)
    Much loved Uncle Hec to Ed, Kev and their families.
    We all enjoyed his sense of humour. Wonderful memories.

    Ed Opray December 6, 2023
  2. To Margaret Rod and all the extended family sorry to hear about Hec our love and sympathy to you all ,mum and dad together again xx

    Len and Carol

    Carol Hoober December 6, 2023
  3. A wonderful man at rest with his darling Lanie. Hec u will be sadly miss’d by all family & friends. A life time of memories by us all love to all the family u will be in our thoughts always Cliff & Marion 💕

    Marion McConville December 6, 2023
  4. Sincere condolences to Hec’s family, a wonderful man reunited with the love of his life. Rest peacefully 💔💔
    Rod and Irene Holm

    Irene and Rod December 6, 2023
  5. To all of the family our sincere condolences to you all. Mr and Mrs O reunited and holding hands again.
    Much love and hugs Suzie and Calum

    Susanne Carter December 6, 2023
  6. Condolences to Norma, Ron and The Opray Family.
    Memories are yours to treasure.
    Kinds regards,
    Jenny

    Jennifer Varone December 7, 2023
  7. Condolences to all the Opray family. A beautiful man reunited with the love of his life ❤️
    Robert and Belinda Bright

    Belinda Bright December 7, 2023
  8. Loving sympathy to all of the family. We thought they would live forever. Hec and Elaine were so admired and loved . Rest peacefully now. A job well done . Beautiful memories of two wonderful people . Dawn and Ashton . ❤️

    Dawn Farrell December 7, 2023
  9. CONDOLENCES TO HEC( mr OPRAYS) FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME RIP MR OPRAY

    CLIFF PRAIN December 7, 2023
  10. To Marg Rod and Family Sorry To Hear The Passing Of Hec (Dad] He Was A lovely Person And Will Be Sadly Missed By All

    Sandra Sheilds December 7, 2023
  11. Hec and Elaine will be sadly missed by all the Inglis Family. Condolences to the extended Opray family. Unfortunately Mum isn’t well enough to travel these days (although well in herself). So on behalf of Marie McCullough (nee Inglis – Daniel) apologies and her sympathies and fond memories. Also our love from Ian Baird her partner and Marie’s children Andrew, David (his partner Lisa), Melissa (her partner Greg and son Michael) and Shawn. Similarly from the extended Inglis Family of Rosemary (her deceased partner Bert) and their sons Nicholas (his partner Dimitria and their children Elle, James, Amie) and Alexander.

    Andrew Inglis December 7, 2023
  12. So sad to hear about Hec, he was a true gentleman. I will miss his beautiful smile and gentle manner. It was such a pleasure to be able to look after both Hec and Elaine. Thinking of you all.

    Ruth Howells December 8, 2023
  13. A wonderful couple admired by everyone, back together. Love to Marg Rod and all the families. ❤️💙🌻

    Marlene Stockdale December 8, 2023
  14. We are so sad to hear the passing of such a wonderful man. We simply loved both Hec &Elaine as did everyone who knew them , 2 of life’s treasures. They were truly such wonderful friends of our Mum a Dad and of all our family . Hec and Elaine will be so sadly missed by us all . Please accept our deepest sympathy to all the Opray family
    Joy (Helliwell) and Ron Bell

    Joy Bell December 9, 2023
  15. Condolences to all the extended family. Hec was a true gentleman. Thank-you so much choosing Alchera for Hec and Elaine. We loved them so much, and were honoured to care for two of the kindest, most loving souls on earth. They will be truly missed.

    Ellie Walter December 9, 2023
  16. To Marg and Rod and all the Opray family. Such a sad but wonderful moment when two such beautiful people like Elaine and Hec are reunited once again and watching over dear Helen again. What a loving couple they were who raised the most caring people in the world.
    Love to you all Gail Tomlin.

    Gail Tomlin December 10, 2023
  17. To Marg and family,
    We are so sorry your Dad has passed away.
    We had lots of good times with your Mum and Dad. They are now together again.

    Robin and Faye Bland. December 11, 2023
  18. Sincerely sympathy to Norma, Ron and family. And to the entire Opray family. The two matriarchs, Hec & Laine, together forever. The most loving couple. Dot xx

    Dot Shandley December 11, 2023
  19. Thinking of all the O’pray Family at this sad time! My love and thoughts are with you all A beautiful couple together again! Heather and Craig and family

    HeTher Curtis December 11, 2023
  20. Aunty E and Uncle Hec…….nothing but love ,love ,love and admiration between two of the loveliest people.To the Opray family I send you my warmest of thoughts and sympathy.
    Love Cheryle Thorson

    Cheryle Thorson December 13, 2023
  21. Thinking of all my Opray cousins today. We will miss you Uncle Hec and your fun sense of humour .
    Love Elizabeth & Mark

    Elizabeth (Daniel) Quinn December 15, 2023
  22. Condolences to all the Opray Family on the loss of Hec, a truly remarkable man. Now reunited with Elaine. R.I.P.

    Evelyn and Terry Stephens and Family. December 15, 2023