Knockroe, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon and formerly of London, England – 29th September 2026, peacefully in his sleep in the compassionate care of the staff at Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe.

Predeceased by his parents Brendan and Mary and his brother Mícheál.

Beloved brother of Maurice Silke (Castlebar) and Carmel (Steinn, Vancouver).

Ray will be sadly missed by his brother, sister, sister-in-law Marion, nieces Carmel Cloherty, nephews Brendan and Martin Silke, Maneus and Darren Steinn, his extended family and excellent neighbours and friends.

May He Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Gaynor’s Funeral Home, Castlerea on Thursday from 5pm until 7pm followed by Prayers and reception into St. Patrick’s Church, Castlerea.

Funeral Mass on Friday at 11 am followed by burial in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed on St. Patrick’s Church webcam.

Family flowers only please. Donations to Cancer Care Research c/o Gaynor Funeral Directors.