Very sorry indeed to hear this news. I have admired Ray's performance since I first entered the North East folk scene in the early sixties and I valued her friendship throughout the years until I moved to the East Midlands. I was always keen to book Ray down here and she was always a popular guest at our club and associated venues as well as a regular singer and presenter at The National Festival.
My family and I send sincere condolences to Colin and the rest of her family.
RIP