Raymond J. Etzler, age 86, passed away on November 9, 2010 in Kalispell. Ray was born September 7, 1924 in Minnesota. He served in the U.S. Army during WW II. Ray was a backhoe operator, who enjoyed being outdoors. He married Alice Zierman on January 30, 1947. Although Ray will be greatly missed, God was preparing us. Months ago, 6 year old Asa told Ray: "Grandpa, when God takes you to heaven, you won't have diabetes anymore." Special thanks to all who cared for him, for prayers and emotional support. We release Ray to the Heavenly Father, knowing we shall see him again with our Lord Jesus Christ. Ray is survived by his wife Alice, sisters Marie Rosenow and Donna Friedrichs; daughter Patricia Duncan, sons Larry Etzler and wife Karen; Jim Etzler and wife Bev. 7 grandchildren Jenny Miller and husband Dave; Jerry Etzler, Michael Etzler and wife Jenna, Bryan Etzler, Ryan Etzler, Laura Roberts and husband Adam, and Sarah Etzler; 5 great grandchildren, Brittany Etzler, Asa Roberts, Fierra Roberts, Gavin and Ethan Miller.