Capt Ray France

[larrikan larry]

Sad to see such a great fellow pass away so young.
I note that the NTC from CX office stated a short battle with illness. What was the poor guy fighting?

So sad for his family-RIP ol' mate.

LL

[The Wraith]

Did JHB with him last year. He was a gentleman of note and an absolute pleasure to fly with.
Sincerest of condolences to his family, he will certainly be missed here at CX.

[broadband circuit]

What was the poor guy fighting?

The "donations in lieu of flowers" bit in the NTC might give a hint......

[Capt Toss Parker]

It's such a shame that all the Good Guys pass on early, yet the "A-Holes"like myself seem to hang around for ever ...... :ugh:

[Three Wire]

My condolences to all, especially his family. I knew "Mondo" back when we were young and fearless. But only the good die young they say.

[EK_Bus Driver]

I knew Ray for many years, had the absolute pleasure of flying with him on many occasions. He was a true Gentleman, a man of great integrity and a wonderful fellow Aviator. My heart goes out to his Wife Beryl and his Children Daniel & Stepanie.

The world is ideed a much poorer place.

Rest in peace old mate.

[Captain Dart]

Ray was always cheerful and a very competent naval aviator.

Rest in peace, 'Mondo'.

[Fenwicksgirl]

Ray did LUFUS B of my command course, fantastic trainer and bloke!! Thoroughly enjoyed my command course thanks to him, a great loss to us all, his family and CX!!

[mrdeux]

I knew Ray from his RAN days. Very well liked, and very capable. RIP.

[silk road trader]

What a shame. Great company on overnights and a pleasure to fly with. Last time I saw him he was his usual cheerful and good natured self. Some people could have learned a lot from Ray.