The obituary notice of Raymond John WESTON

One of my favorite teachers from the early 80's, always encouraging, ever talented. R. I. P.

May the wind always be behind you was the quote he gave me when I left
Such a lovely teacher x

Mr Weston was a very warm & fun teacher whom I've never forgotten. He showed me so much encouragement in my teens which influenced my love of art and painting. Rest in Peace. 💗

Sir I hope you know how missed and respected you were .. I’ve never had another teacher that encouraged me like you did I hope wherever you are is as beautiful as where you was here .. if not get them brushes out ♥️😊

Ray Weston was hugely influential in my life and encouraged my artistic talents. I saw him regularly In Loughborough town and we both spent time to talk. A genuine role model and will be sadly missed by so many people.

Apologies for this being late.
I was lucky enough to have Sian as a close friend during my teenage years. I used to visit the Weston's house on Forest road, all 'Habitat-ed' and marvellous, with its various shades of purple ( a funky oh so modern colour in the '70's ) and I was jealous !
I remember Mr Weston ( I can't call him 'Ray') being a quietly confident, open and gentle man who was also clever/smart with a sharp and wry wit ? Do I remember Kate Bush playing in the background a lot ??! Habitat and Purple and Kate Bush and easy going and arty .....memories.
Rumour has it that he was pretty good at art ,and I do wonder how much influence that had on me ,in my becoming an art lecturer ( similar to Sian). I remember his work on the walls of the house and I was so impressed. It looked 'proper'.
I remember Mr Weston as well dressed man, with a sense of dignity without any self importance. There was also a strong sense of playfulness and mischief about him that I thought was wonderful.

My thoughts and love go to Sian and Chris and the family.

Incredible teacher. Used to look forward to my lessons with him. Had the privilege of meeting him occasionally in adult life too. RIP and condolences to his family.