Raymond James Massey, 80, of Dodge Center, died Friday, October 31, 2008 at the VA Medical Center, Minneapolis. He was born May 29, 1928 in Britt, Iowa the son of Walter and Margaret (Kelly) Massey. Raymond moved to Dodge County with his parents at a young age. He farmed on his family farm prior to serving in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Raymond married Helen Rasmussen August 16, 1949 in Claremont and they were later divorced. Along with farming Ray worked for the elevator in Claremont; Purina Feeds in Dodge Center and later West Concord. He was a salesman for Cargill, Marting Manufacturing and retired from Fox Ag. He loved his hobby farm where he raised beef cattle and chickens. He took pride in his yard work and flowers. Raymond was a member of the Owatonna American Legion and the Albert Lea Eagles Club. He is survived by his sons, Rod (and Sharon Meyer) Massey of Roseville, Rich (and Michelle) Massey of Mantorville, Randy Massey of West Concord; 5 grandchildren; sisters, Rita Schantz of Colorado Springs, CO, Rachel (and Joe) Gartner of Claremont; special friend, Fran Blakestad of Albert Lea and many nieces and nephews. Raymond was preceded in death by 1 sister and 3 brothers. Visitation will be at Michaelson Funeral Home on Thursday from 4-7pm and at Holy Family Catholic Church, Kasson on Friday from 9:30-10:30am. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 7, at 10:30am at Holy Family Catholic Church in Kasson. Interment will be in the St. Frances de Sales Cemetery in Claremont. Visitation: 11/06/2008 16:00 11/06/2008 19:00 Service: and one hour prior to the service at the church. 11/07/2008 10:30