OPRAY – Howard (Hec)
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.
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
Loved and respected brother of Ted and Carmel Opray ( both dec)
December 6, 2023
Much loved Uncle Hec to Ed, Kev and their families.
We all enjoyed his sense of humour. Wonderful memories.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
December 6, 2023A 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 💕
December 6, 2023Sincere condolences to Hec’s family, a wonderful man reunited with the love of his life. Rest peacefully 💔💔
December 6, 2023
Rod and Irene HolmTo all of the family our sincere condolences to you all. Mr and Mrs O reunited and holding hands again.
December 6, 2023
Much love and hugs Suzie and CalumCondolences to Norma, Ron and The Opray Family.
December 7, 2023
Memories are yours to treasure.
Kinds regards,
JennyCondolences to all the Opray family. A beautiful man reunited with the love of his life ❤️
December 7, 2023
Robert and Belinda BrightLoving 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 . ❤️
December 7, 2023CONDOLENCES TO HEC( mr OPRAYS) FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME RIP MR OPRAY
December 7, 2023To Marg Rod and Family Sorry To Hear The Passing Of Hec (Dad] He Was A lovely Person And Will Be Sadly Missed By All
December 7, 2023Hec 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.
December 7, 2023So 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.
December 8, 2023A wonderful couple admired by everyone, back together. Love to Marg Rod and all the families. ❤️💙🌻
December 8, 2023We 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
December 9, 2023
Joy (Helliwell) and Ron BellCondolences 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.
December 9, 2023To 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.
December 10, 2023
Love to you all Gail Tomlin.To Marg and family,
December 11, 2023
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.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
December 11, 2023Thinking 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
December 11, 2023Aunty 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.
December 13, 2023
Love Cheryle ThorsonThinking of all my Opray cousins today. We will miss you Uncle Hec and your fun sense of humour .
December 15, 2023
Love Elizabeth & MarkCondolences to all the Opray Family on the loss of Hec, a truly remarkable man. Now reunited with Elaine. R.I.P.
December 15, 2023