Healey, Ray Raymond Francis Healey, of Smiths Falls passed away very peacefully at his home on Friday, July 13th, 2018 at the age of 97. Born on February 10, 1921 on Connaught Hill, Toledo, Ontario to John William Healey and the former Mary Mildred (Mame) Yates. He grew up on the family farm at Connaught Hill, near Toledo and was educated at Mitchell School and Athens High School. Ray worked on the family farm until he was 18 years old. He was instrumental in having hydro installed at the farm, and was one of the first farms to receive it. Ray and his first wife Donna Burns, worked tirelessly along with Monsignor O’Hearn and many families to see the first Catholic School (St. Joseph’s), in Toledo come to fruition. Ray was the inaugural and proud chairman of the school. He was an active member of the Elvin Lockwood’s Orchestra for some 20 years or more. He played the saxophone, fiddle, and piano in the musical group and entertained at many dances and marriages throughout the former Lanark, Leeds & Grenville counties. In the following years Ray turned his attention to working at a cheese factory for five years in Plum Hollow. In addition, Ray and his first wife Donna ran a mail route in Toledo for 15 years. Ray commenced transporting children to school in 1945. He remained in the bus business for over 40 years. It was 25 years ago one of Ray’s sons, Frank began working at the business alongside Ray and today there are over 100 school buses, safely transporting children to and from school. On October 24, 1984, Ray was selected as "Business Man of the Year” for his outstanding achievement in business, a great personal contribution to the community. All at the same time he acted as Hydro Commissioner in Smiths Falls for 14 straight years. He is a proud Past President of the Smiths Falls Rotary Club for over 30 years, and was highlighted by becoming a Paul Harris Fellow, on December 18, 1992, in recognition of his long and faithful service to the Rotary Club and the community. Needless to say, he was a high achiever, gaining a sense of well-being from many successes. Donna, Ray’s first wife passed away in 1981. He re-married in 1985 to Margery (Marge), and has been married for 33 years. Ray leaves a great legacy to his wife Margery and his family of 7, Greg (Mary-Ann), Frank (Kate), Mark (Brenda), Jerome, Mary Louise (Hendrick), Mike (Kara), and Pat. He cherished his 21 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, along with his only surviving sister Catherine. He is predeceased by his siblings, Phillip Joseph, Bill, Bern, Blaise, Yates, Neil, Phillip Charles, Cecil, Madeline, Rose, Elaine, and Doris. Ray was a man of faith and very much aware of his humble roots, and so thankful for each and every day. He did not attribute his successes to himself, but always had a great perception of how he had been so blessed and guided throughout his life. Ray’s family would like to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Hendry, hospital staff, care partners, family and the community of Smiths Falls for being so supportive to Ray and his care. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls on Wednesday at 11 a.m. A reception will follow the Mass at Hanley Hall, and interment will take place thereafter at St. Phillip Neri Cemetery in Toledo. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Francis de Sales Building Fund.