CLARKE – Raymond Joseph ‘Chook’

Born on September 17, 1958. Passed away November 11, 2022.

Passed away suddenly on 11/11/2022 aged 64 years
Loved and loving husband of Margaret
Loved and adored father of Julian, Sean and Liam
Loved brother and brother in law of Bernie (dec) and Graeme and Clare.
‘A Pretty Good Innings’

Funeral Notice
Moonee Valley Racing Club - Celebrity Room Gate 1 , Feehan Avenue, Moonee Ponds Vic 3039
The Celebration of the life of Mr Raymond Joseph ‘Chook’ Clarke will be held at the Moonee Valley Racing Club,'Celebrity Room', Gate 1, Feehan Avenue, Moonee Ponds on Monday 28th November 2022 commencing at 11.00 am. Private Cremation The service will be livestreamed, please go to the N J Todd website and follow the link. Car Parking available please enter via: North Access: Gate 7, Wilson Street, Moonee Ponds or South Access: Gate 6, Dean Street, Moonee Ponds.
Tributes
  1. Condolences to Margaret and family for their loss. “Chook” went way too early and hoping he has a fantastic farewell.

    Peter Burns November 21, 2022
  2. Dear Margaret, Julian, Sean, and Liam

    Please accept our apologies we will not be able to be with you all to celebrate Ray’s life but we will be joining by livestream. I hope you received my email expressing our gratitude and appreciation and friendship we have shared with Ray. We wish you all strength and hoping the knowledge that so many of us are sending you caring loving thoughts at this most difficult time.

    Yours sincerely,
    Maureen, Greg Mathers and family.

    Maureen Mathers November 27, 2022
  3. Raymond Clarke was my accountant who became a dear friend.
    As any of his friends would attest he was without exception one of the most caring, giving and loyal friends anyone could have.
    He was a wonderful husband and father who has gone far to soon. My condolences to Margaret and the boys
    He will be missed.
    Rest in Peace Raymond
    With love
    Luciano Scaglio

    Luciano Scaglio November 28, 2022
  4. Sincere Condolences to Margaret, Julian, Sean and Liam. Our thoughts are with you all. Much love The Cocliffs Jacqui, Nigel, Dane and Mason

    Jacqui Cocliff November 29, 2022
  5. Dear Margaret and family,

    To hear of Ray’s passing so suddenly was such a shock that that it has taken us the best part of a week to respond.

    Others who knew Ray and wish to send their condolences are:
    • Chris Hewitt
    • George Karavassilis

    We wish to thank yourself and Ray for all the humour, friendship and help during the course of business over the last 30 years.

    I will be attending the Celebration on live stream on Monday 28th November at 11.00am.

    best regards

    Robert Gough

    Robert Gough January 19, 2023