One of the Mackay region’s last World War II veterans, Raymond “Ray” Wilson, has passed away at the start of the month, aged 101.
Mr Wilson was born in Mackay on July 10, 1921, and attended Victoria Park State School, leaving to work in the cane industry before enlisting in the army in 1941 at the age of 20.
He served in New Guinea in the second world war, making the trip on three occasions between 1942 and 1945.
The RSL Mackay Sub Branch recognised Ray’s service last month, renewing his membership and presenting him with his service record, the slouch hat, and other memorabilia.
“We were so proud to have done the tribute and to have been a part of that,” said Sub Branch President Ken Higgins OAM.
“We acknowledge what a great life he had.”
Mr Wilson passed away on Sunday, April 2.
He will be remembered at a service today, Friday April 14 at City Funerals from 10:00am, followed by a burial at Mount Bassett Cemetery.
He will be buried in full military uniform.
A 21-year-old Raymond Wilson
Mr Wilson was presented honoured by Ken Higgins OAM and the RSL Mackay Sub Branch last month. Photos supplied
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