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Raymond J. Kaefring
Raymond J. Kaefring
Oxford
Raymond J. Kaefring, age 82, longtime Oxford area farmer, died Sunday, January 25, 2026. His wife, Joy died this past October 12. Together they are, once again!
Memorial mass for Joy & Ray will be held at 12 noon, Friday, February 13, 2026, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Cosgrove, with burial to follow at the church cemetery. A time of fellowship and food will be held in the church hall following the services at the cemetery. A time to celebrate the lives of this amazing couple.
For a complete obituary, to share a thought, memory or condolence, please visit the Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website at www.gayandciha.com.
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