also owned and operated Ray's Hardware Store in Rockwell and worked at the local bank. In 1999, Ray and Darlene retired and moved into Mason City. He enjoyed his family, photography, golfing, gardening, camping and traveling throughout the U.S. and Europe. He was a member of First Covenant Church and served on many teams. He also belonged to the Rockwell Lions Club and Farm Bureau. Ray is survived by his wife, Darlene, of Mason City; his son, Daniel (Cory) Boehlje of North Bend, WA; four grandchildren, Lea, Mark, Emma and Bryn Boehlje; a sister, Nettiemae (Gene) Sisson of Fort Wayne, IN; a sister-in-law, Roberta Boehlje Eno of Sheffield; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Annette Boehlje; and two brothers, Richard and John Boehlje. To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Raymond-F-Boehlje?obId=3416284#/obituaryInfo