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Ray Schaaf Obituary
After graduating Durango High School he joined the Army Air Corp, June 3, 1943 at the age of 18 and served in the military for 26 years.
Ray and his wife Marge of 63 years had 4 children. Marge passed in 2009.
He loved his hometown and visited often. He and his companion, Carolyn R. Stark, traveled often to Durango, visiting the Animas Museum for events and reunions. He also visited the Diamond Belle introducing himself to people seeking those who had roots in Durango. Ray endeared himself to all of those around him.
All who knew Ray are invited to celebrate his life, Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Animas Museum. Bring stories - he loved them. Copies of his memoir, "Time Flies," have been donated to the Museum by the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Don Madar
May 20, 2025
Greetings - I spoke to Ray about my Uncle's death in the crash on the Isle of Man on April 23rd, 1945. He sent me efax files that I couldn't open back in 2004. I was wondering if anyone in his family has his files and could resend to me. I am looking for the program of the funeral that was held at Cambridge Cemetery on April 27th, 1945. Ray told me that he had a copy of it. He was such a hero and great friend of Captain Ackerman who was lost with my uncle. Many thanks...god bless.
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Susan George
April 26, 2019
Sweet Ray was a wonderful addition to my family. We all loved him dearly and will miss him forever.
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