BANGAY, Ralph Ernest Passed away peacefully at the Belleville General Hospital on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, age 93 years. Ralph Bangay of Brighton, son of the late Herbert Bangay and the late Edith (Blakely). Loving husband of Frances “Eugenia” (Sheppard). Dear father of Lynne and her husband Art Heeney of Brighton, Gwen Johnston of Trenton, Brian Bangay and his wife Wendy of Orono, Dennis Bangay, and Rob Bangay and his wife Wendy, all of Brighton. Predeceased by his brother Bert Bangay (Mildred), and his sisters, Olga Kerr (George) and Eva Sparling (Desmond). Sadly missed by his twelve grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren, and his many nieces and nephews. A gifted artist and athlete, a WWII Veteran, a dedicated historian, a loyal friend and a man of faith devoted to his family. He will be greatly missed. Cremation with interment Hilton Cemetery. A Celebration of Ralph’s Life will be held at Trinity St. Andrew’s United Church Hall, Brighton on Saturday, September 14, 2019 from 1 to 4 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Northumberland Community Care Brighton, or the Brighton Lions Club, would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of the Brighton Funeral Home, (613-475-2121). www.rushnellfamilyservices.com