Raymond H. Ahrens
Age 91, passed away peacefully at his home on May 10, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Faye, 4 children, 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Ray was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on January 19, 1924. His family farmed in Minnesota and North Dakota. By age 18 he was in the Civilian Conservation Corps, and eventually joined the Army Air Force. During WWII he was a radio operator in B-17's and B-24's in the South Pacific.
After the war, Ray worked for Honeywell, then moved to California in 1966 and worked for Hewlett-Packard for twenty years. He retired in Castle Rock, Washington and he and Faye were regulars on the polka circuit.
Family was the most important part of Ray's life. He also enjoyed camping, reading, taking cruises, vacationing in Hawaii, and watching the Minnesota Vikings and Twins on TV.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Kaiser Hospice. 2701 NW Vaughn St. #140 Portland, OR 97210 1-800-448-0838.