Raymond James Hansen mourned after fatal Duckinwilla crash

A man killed in a single-vehicle crash near Duckinwilla has been remembered as a beloved husband, father, uncle and colleague.

Howard’s Raymond James Hansen, known as Ray, 71, died after he crashed into a tree on the Bruce Highway on August 11, 2023.

A beloved husband and father who was killed in a single-vehicle crash at Duckinwilla will be mourned at a celebration of life later this month.

Howard’s Raymond James Hansen, 71, known as Ray, died after his car crashed into a tree on the Bruce Highway on August 11.

About 5.50am that day, a motorist on his way to work saw the wreckage of Mr Hansen’s white 1996 Nissan Pathfinder, and found Mr Hanson dead inside.

In his funeral notice, the former Gladstone man was remembered as a much-loved husband, adored father and uncle to his family and “cherished friend” to his work family.

Howard’s Raymond James Hansen, known as Ray, 71, died when his van crashed into a tree on the Bruce Highway on August 11, 2023.

The celebration of life will be held at Granville Tavern in Odessa St, Maryborough at 10.30am on August 30.

In lieu of flowers, mourners are asked to donate to Volunteer Marine Rescue instead.

Police are investigating the crash and have urged any witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

Policelink can be contacted on 131 444.