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1930
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2015
Ray Litchfield Obituary
Ray Litchfield was born in Lodi, California to Walter & Margret Litchfield on January 3, 1930. He was the youngest of seven children. Ray was the kind of person who would do anything for anyone and knew no strangers. Everyone was family to Ray.
He began his family in Galt, CA with Betty Ray Adams where they had four children and attended the Galt SDA church before moving their family to Canada in 1962 where they began cattle ranching. In 1972 the family returned to California where they began caring for special needs adults in their home while traveling from Acampo, CA to Horse Fly, British Columbia, Canada each year.
Simple things such as singing with family and friends while playing his violin on Sabbath evening after family worship filled his heart with joy. Singing with friends in the convalescent homes was also an enjoyable Sabbath afternoon with his Lockeford SDA church family.
He is survived by his wife Betty Litchfield, children Joanne Walter (Irven), Donald Litchfield (Melissa), Carolyn Cooper (Paul) and Doyle Litchfield. Grand-children Cindi Morris (Ken), Leslie Foster (Brian), Carrie Walter, Anastacia Cabiri, Natasha Litchfield and 7 great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held May 23, 2015 at 4 pm at the Lockeford SDA Church, 19900 N. Elliott Road, Lockeford, CA 95237. There will be a private graveside service for the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ray Litchfield
Carolyn
May 10, 2019
I Miss you Daddy, so Much.. Its been 4 years, how time flies. Every day I want to talk to you, tell you things and get your advice. I Miss out times together, RVing south and spending time with you and mom.. Love you Dad
Valerie Aymont (Bartsch)
June 9, 2015
To Betty, Joanne, Donald, Carolyn and Doyle,
I let Mom know of Ray's passing and she asked me to let you all know that she was grateful that we had gotten to see some of you, and particularly Ray, a few years back.
Our memories of him and your family - Beaver Valley days - are a bushel full! The times we sat out in our yard on Sabbath afternoon with the organ or accordion, John Warkentin's steel guitar, the Litchfield's on guitars, banjos and fiddles - such wonderful memories. Also staying out at your place, sleeping in the barn, "petting cows", chasing ram's, boating & skiing, motorcycle races. So fortunate to have had such wonderful times with such wonderful people. You all have impacted our lives tremendously. Thank you.
Florence Liaw
June 7, 2015
Hello,
I stayed with Ray and Betty in Horsefly summer of 1980. There was Fritz, Tom, Dave, Kitty.
Florence
Sue Jenson
May 27, 2015
Prayers sent to the family . He was a wonderful man.
Carolyn Litchfield Cooper
May 25, 2015
I Want to Thank ALL those who have written Kind and Wonderful words. Your thoughts and prayers have been so very much appreciated by us. My father was to me (as well) a wonderful kind Godly man. We miss him so terribly much, But we know he is only sleeping till the Trumpet sounds and Christ comes in the clouds. Thank You everyone. Daughter Carolyn
Valerie Bartsch Aymont
May 24, 2015
So sad to hear about Ray's passing. There has always been a special place for him in my heart and always will be. He was one of those people (like my Dad) I just kind of expected to live on and on. Grateful for many wonderful memories and look forward to the day when we will see him again.
Carolyn James Rivera
May 24, 2015
So sorry to hear of Ray Litchfield's passing. I remember Ray and Betty Litchfield when they were neighbors of my grandparents Curly and Ann James (and ours for a short time) in Beaver Valley BC.
Valerie Sweat stump
May 23, 2015
I am so saddened by Ray's passing. What amazing memories I have from family time spent with you. Can't wait for Heaven where we can spend eternity together. Hugs and prayers to all of the family~
Korey Baumbach
May 20, 2015
Ray will be greatly missed and our thoughts and prayers are extended to the family at this time of great loss. We believe Ray will see Jesus when He comes to take his children home. Ray was much loved at the Lockeford SDA Church.
May 20, 2015
Dad doing what he loved on His Tractor
May 19, 2015
Mom and Dad in Hawaii
C. Cooper
May 19, 2015
Colleen Cloud
May 19, 2015
I will miss Ray. See you soon, friend. Blessings of comfort to Betty and the Litchfield family.
Laurie Goforth
May 19, 2015
I look forward to seeing Ray again on that special day when the Lord comes to take us all to Heaven. What a wonderful person with a wonderful family. Soon and very soon...
Craig & Annie Snapp
May 19, 2015
It was a pleasure knowing Ray. We enjoyed his singing at Church. We will miss his smile as he was always smiling. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Sincerely
Craig & Annie Snapp
Lonnie and Rebecca Litchfield
May 18, 2015
Uncle Ray, what a wonderful, selfless, generous man. So few around and so many so badly needed. He will be very missed.
Bub and Karen
May 16, 2015
So sad to hear of Uncle Ray's passing,so happy we got to visit with him last Aug. Will miss him. He was very special.
May 16, 2015
My thoughts are with you at this time. What a wonderful man and there are so many good memories of the times we spent with your family in Beaver Valley. We shall see him again soon.
Darlene (Ganz) Wyness
Janice Perret
May 16, 2015
RIP Uncle Ray, we all loved you very much!
Loretta Vollmer
May 15, 2015
RIP Uncle Ray. May we all remember the good times with a smile and a happy heart as he would have wanted. Love and comfort to all the family
Carrie Walter
May 15, 2015
Forever I will remember the promise made & keep it close to my heart threw everything.
I love you always & forever
Ellen Schlenker Cook
May 15, 2015
I am saddened to hear of Ray's passing. He was a sweet, caring man and will be missed. May God be very close to you during these difficult days.
Susan Allen
May 15, 2015
He must have been a special man because he has a very special daughter, Carolyna. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Denise Nelson
May 15, 2015
Our deepest condolences Cindi. Stay strong, and God bless you and the family!
michelle Silva
May 15, 2015
Deepest sympathy to you Cindi and your Family ,God will comfort you and your family and Gramps will forever watch over you until you meet again .God Bless you all. KAISER FAMILY STRONG WE ALL LOVE YOU
Joyce Pritchard
May 15, 2015
My Prayers are with the family.....Cindi, if you need anything, let me know. I love you!
Pamela Buttazzoni
May 15, 2015
We will miss you dearly Uncle Ray. The ranch won't be the same without you.
Leslie Foster
May 15, 2015
Grandpa you may be gone but will never be forgotten. Enjoy your promotion to eternal life, and one day we will all be together again!
Kyra Smith
May 15, 2015
So very sorry for your loss to all his family and friends. Cindi if you need me I am always here for you my friend. Hugs and kisses..
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