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Ray Caldwell Obituary

RAY D. CALDWELL APR 25, 1949 - NOV 1, 2010 Ray moved to Modesto, Ca. at the age of 2. He was a graduate of Grace M. Davis High School in 1967 and attended MJC. Ray is survived by his wife of 42 years, Kathleen, his son's, Donovan and David and David's wife, Rhonda. He has 2 grandchildren, Madison and Chase. As well as his Mother Verna and three brothers, Bill, Gary and Lynn. Ray enjoyed playing golf, playing guitar in various local bands, riding his Harley and was happiest when surrounded by family and friends. There will be a memorial service on Friday, November 5, 2010 at 3:30 p.m. at Franklin & Downs, 12th & G St., Modesto. Please share your memories and condolences at: www.modbee.com/obituaries

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Published by Modesto Bee on Nov. 3, 2010.

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November 16, 2010

Dear Kathy & Family,
Phil and I were sad to hear of Ray's passing. It's been a long time but I will always hold special our time together working for Dave. You and Ray were always so supportive of me; I still have the special coffee mug you gave me.
With love and prayers, Phil & Bev

November 7, 2010

Lynn,
I am very sorry to hear of Ray's passing. You were so thoughtful to call when my sister died.
Blessings to you and your family,
Susan Simidian Basmajian

November 5, 2010

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. We had many fun time's together. Stay strong in Jehovah he will help you threw this tuff time. Nancy Del Dotto-Ruble, Turlock

November 5, 2010

Kathy, So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

Yolanda Rivera

tina enzminger

November 4, 2010

my sympathy is with you and your family in the loss of your loved one.
my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tina Enzminger

Cari 'Nunes' Amundsen

November 4, 2010

Kathy and family, so sorry to hear about Ray. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this diffecult time.

Diana Whitesides

November 4, 2010

I was so sorry to hear about Ray, he was a good man and will be missed. Kathy, Donovan and David take care of each other and always talk about the good memories, I love you and wish you all the best.

Darlene Crouch-Powers

November 4, 2010

Kathy and family, I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. Denny Asuncion mentioned to me at the assembly this summer that Ray was ill. I had no idea he was this ill, I feel so sad that I didn't come see you both. Again I am so sorry for your loss. May Jehovah be with all of you during this sad time....

Sesily Ruezga

November 4, 2010

My heart goes out to you Kathy, Donovan & David. Ray will be missed greatly, I find comfort in all the memories our families have shared together. I will always remember Rays happy spirit and his love for music. I know he is resting now.
XoXo,
Sesimero ;)

Babette Nunes Wagner

November 4, 2010

Kathy, Donovan, David and Uncle Bill ~ We are sooo sorry for your loss and our thoughts and love are with all of you and the grandkids. Ray's good humor, kindness and gentle spirit will live on in our hearts. He will, indeed, be missed.

H&H .R.

November 3, 2010

Kathy,Donovan,David and family:
The great times we shared brings warm memories, the impending future continues,
yet as Ray told Rocko, we will be riding our horses in the next lifetime" And they will. Our hearts go to you, our love ever there. H&H

November 3, 2010

Kathy, Donovan, David and family.......Only the great memories of times past, the future ever impending brings our hearts together
as the dearest of friends......As Ray told Rocko, 'We will be riding our
horses in the next lifetime" And this they will do. Love forever, [ H&H ]

November 3, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of the worlds loss of another great human being. We will miss him and pray for you and yours. Kevin & Edna Whitesides (Las Vegas, NV.)

Diane Cushway

November 3, 2010

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Linda Loveday

November 3, 2010

Kathy and Family
My prayers are with you. May God give you peace and comfort at this time.

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