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Raymond Josef Obituary
He was born in Nashua, NH on September 28,1932. The son of John and Anne Mae King.
After high school, he proudly served in the United States Navy.
He married Helen V. Josef on September 29, 1956.
He along with his brother, Richard operated the Carousel Ballroom in Bedford, NH and then owned Tri-State Sales in Manchester for many years. He was a member of the Benevolent Order of the Elks and the American Legion.
Raymond is survived by his four sons ; Robert, Peter and his wife Diane, James and his wife, Alycen, Richard and his fiancé Lonya, and one daughter, Helen with husband, Todd. He has 14 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his son Thomas and four siblings; Richard (Dick), Robert, Anne and Carolyn.
SERVICES: There are no calling hours. A graveside service will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, 11 AM at Westview Cemetery, corner of Burnham Road & Central Street, in Hudson, NH.
In lieu of flowers, it has been suggested that those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Navy Safe Harbor Foundation, in memory of Mr. Josef.
Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium assisted the family with arrangements. To view an online memorial, leave a message of condolence, or for more information please go to https://phaneuf.net/
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
Holly Josef Cousins
July 30, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jennifer Lavigne
July 22, 2024
Reading online I recognized this last name wondering if it was relation to you, Mrs. Alycen Josef. I´m sorry to read that it is. I know your family has experienced such grief this year. Extending our family´s most heartfelt condolences to you and your husband´s family.
Respectfully,
Team Lavigne
Paul Byrne
July 21, 2024
Ray,
You were an interesting person and both Ann and I enjoyed your humor
and stories about the Carousel Ballroom. We will miss you.
Rest in Peace Brother Elk,
Paul & Ann Byrne
Stephanie Vitale
July 20, 2024
Dickie, Lonya & family, sorry for your loss
Stephanie Vitale
Robert D Machain
July 19, 2024
Mr. Josef, Thank you for your service RDM Windham NH
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