Raymond (Ray) Joseph Alberts passed away on March 22 ^nd , 2025 surrounded by his loving children, at the age of 96.

Ray was born on November 30 ^th , 1928 in Fountain, MN and was the only child of Wayne and Burnetta Alberts. He went to Lourdes High School, where he played and developed his love for basketball. He served in the Korean War from 1950-1953. Ray worked at the Post Office for over 30 years and was member of St. Pius X Catholic Church.

Ray married Virginia Vagts on April 11 ^th , 1954. They purchased their first home in the Country Club Manor where they raised nine children. Ray lost Virginia in 1970 yet continued to raise the children on his own with patience and pride. Their home had many cherished traditions such as annual trips to the MN State Fair, Gopher football games, MN Twins games, Vikings training camp, and extravagant Christmases.

Ray had the funniest sense of humor and was always sharing his one-liners. In retirement, he always had time to chat about "the game," depending on what season it was. He was an avid reader and kept up with current events. He loved going for walks, visiting on the back deck, and spending time with his family. He leaves behind a legacy of wisdom, kindness, love, and dedication to his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents Wayne and Burnetta, his wife Virginia, and his son Daniel.

Ray is survived by his son Greg of Papillion, NE, his daughter Nancy Kinkaid (Bob) of Rochester, MN, his son Steven (Carol) of Westminster, CO, his daughter Jane Otte (Sheldon) of Minneapolis, MN, his daughter Allison of Rochester, MN, his son Ted Alberts (Connie Henderson) of Rochester, MN, his daughter Pam Alberts (Pat Frank) of Ostrander, MN, his daughter Stephanie Johnson (Wayne) of Minneapolis, MN, 19 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday, August 10, 2025 at Cascade Lake Park, 88 23rd Ave, Rochester, MN.

A special Thank you to Dr. Marvin Vaughan for the great care dad received.

Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com