Raymond Goudy 'Ray' (11 Jul 1947 - 6 Jul 2026)
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Raymond Arthur Goudy ("Ray")
Raymond Arthur Goudy, affectionately known to everyone as Ray, passed away suddenly on 6th July 2026 at the age of 78.
Ray was the devoted husband of Linda, much-loved father of Marie and Darren, and an incredibly proud grandfather to Rosie, Holly, Jack and Harvey. His family was at the heart of everything he did, and nothing brought him greater happiness than watching his grandchildren grow and celebrating their achievements.
In 1982, Ray founded Ray Goudy Trailer Repairs, a business built on hard work, honesty and exceptional service. Through years of dedication, he established a respected company that continues to thrive today under the care of his family. Seeing the business continue for future generations was something that meant a great deal to him and stands as one of his lasting legacies.
Away from work, Ray had a lifelong passion for saloon stock car racing. Racing under the number 156, he enjoyed tremendous success throughout his career, winning multiple championships, including both the World Championship and the British Championship. The sport brought him lifelong friendships, unforgettable memories and immense pride, and he remained passionate about it throughout his life.
Anyone who knew Ray would describe him as a straight-talking man. You always knew where you stood with him. He believed in honesty and fairness, and although he never sugar-coated his opinions, people respected him for it. Beneath his direct manner was a kind and generous person who would never hesitate to help someone in need. Whether family, friends, neighbours or complete strangers, Ray was always willing to lend a hand wherever he could.
Ray also had a great love of animals, a reflection of his caring nature, and this compassion extended to everyone around him. He was dependable, hardworking and loyal qualities that earned him the respect of so many people throughout his life.
Although Ray's passing has left an enormous void, the values he lived by, the business he created, the memories he made through racing, and, above all, the love he had for his family will continue to live on. He will be remembered with great affection, deep respect and endless love by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
A Celebration of Ray's Life will take place at St Mary's Church, Church Road, Bacton, Stowmarket, IP14 4LJ, on Monday 3rd August 2026 at 2.30pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, in memory of Ray are for Suffolk Animal Rescue and may be made through JustGiving above or sent care of Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service, No 2 Charles Industrial Estate, Stowmarket, IP14 5AH Tel: 01449 771666
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Thinking of you all at this sad time. Love from The Cardy’s xx
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Steve and I have known Ray many many years and all this time he was a pleasure to talk too. We always talked about racing years ago and how racing has changed. Ray was a complete gentleman and we will miss him dearly. I managed to get my last photo of Ray, Darren and Rosie together about a fortnight before he passed and will treasure that always. RIP Ray Goudy 156
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Remembering the MOST LOVELY MAN
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On behalf of everyone at Coastal Global Services, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Ray's family and friends.
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Thinking of you all at this very sad time.
I feel privileged to have known Ray for the past 42 years. Over that time, we shared many happy memories through business and friendship, and I will always remember him with great fondness. He was a genuinely lovely man, and I will miss him. I know he will be sorely missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
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Such a amazing man I owe my whole future to ray he gave me a chance to work for him and put me where I am today with a trade and experience in all that I do 18yrs working with him and all a complete pleasure 1 truly amazing and kind man thankyou so much ray you will be sadly missed and forever in my memories
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Will be solely missed.
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To a lovely man who will be sadly missed.
Stuart, Sue, Chris and everyone at NTBS Ltd
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Our condolences to all the family at this very sad time. Unfortunately we will be unable to attend but our thoughts will be with you.
Love from Stuart, Sue, Chris and all the staff at NTBS Ltd
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Sending our love and condolences to all of the family at this extremely difficult time. We were all blessed to have known Ray… a truly cheerful suffolk gentleman, an absolute grafter and always there to help! will be dearly missed.
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Remembering the proper racing days in the 70’s and 80’s, some great weekends and memories. my thoughts with all your family and friends. RIP Ray(Popeye)
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A great man and friend
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