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Jonas, Ray
95 of Phoenix, passed away on November 26. 2017. 95, of Phoenix AZ passed away peacefully on November 26, 2017. Ray served in one of the first B-29 groups to be deployed in WWII and was an enthusiastic flyer all his life. After returning from the war he was active in the electrical contracting industry and, later as a realtor. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Shirley; 3 sons: Tom (Linda), Jim, and Steve (Donetta) grandchildren: Holly (Chris), Anna, Rebecca, and Dan. We were all honored to have known him. He was a dedicated Christian and his mortal remains will join those of his brothers Bob and Dale at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona at 23029 Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ 85024 on Monday December 4, 2017 at 10:30AM

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Dec. 3, 2017.

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Al Schutte

December 3, 2017

The New England Air Museum, home of the 58th Bomb Wing Memorial, sends its sincere condolences to the family and friends of this true American patriot and hero.

May he rest in peace.

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