Raymond E. Burkholder, age 81, passed away on February 17, 2018. He was married to the love of his life Karen for over 28 years. He is also survived by his children; David, Mike and Kelly (Hal), stepchildren; Roland and Gerry (Christy), nine grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and his dog Molly. He was preceded in death by his son Steve, his parents Willis and Ernestine and his siblings; John, Beverly and Lorraine.
Ray enjoyed watching TV, especially old western movies and planting flowers. He like to play cards, rummy, pinochle, etc. He had a few different jobs throughout his life but enjoyed driving charter busses and being a cherry farmer and cherry broker.
Visitation for Ray will take place at Covell Funeral Home, 232 E. State St. Traverse City, MI 49684 on Wed. Feb 21 from 12:30 until the service which takes place at 2 pm. Interment will be at Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens.