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Michael Ray Obituary

Michael J. Ray, 77, of Osceola, Indiana, passed away on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, at Goshen Hospital in Goshen, Indiana. Arrangements are pending at Stemm-Lawson-Peterson Funeral Home, Elkhart.

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Published by The Elkhart Truth on Oct. 7, 2025.

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Bud Swearengin

October 17, 2025

I have known Mike for decades. We had lost touch over the last few years. He was a great friend.

Jennifer Ray

October 13, 2025

still can't believe you're gone. I'll miss you forever

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