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Golfer John Raey remembered, a son's tribute.

Tributes are being paid to local golf legend John Reay. He passed away at the age of 70 following a short illness.
His name has become synonymous locally with his golf centres (at Sandy Lane and Stoneleigh Deer Park) he's also known for his fundraising efforts and golfing equipment. He was also a PGA tutor and a founder member of Europro Golf Centres, a buying group which had 20 franchised shops at its peak.

Lorna Bailey was joined by his son Johnny Reay Jr and John's Manager Rob Challis to pay tribute and talk about his lasting impact both on the sport and the city.

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15 minutes