Raymond Earl Cahill

Raymond E. Cahill, 85 years of age passed away Friday morning at The Seasons of Alexandria. His loving
wife, Janet, of 61 years passed away in June 2022. Ray was the loving father of Karen Wilson (Brian),Mark Cahill (Sandra Crooker-Luebbers), Amy Engelman (Matt), and John Cahill (Linda). Loving Pawpaw of Adam Wilson (Larissa), Heather Arnold (Nathan), Lindsay Huckabee (Matt), Zachary Cahill (Lindsay),Tyler Cahill, Megan Lay (Jeff), Joseph Engelman (fiancé Lyndi Carnal), Ally Vincent (Greg) and 16 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Doe Hellmann and his seven late brothers, Gene Cahill (late Florence),Howard Cahill (late Helen), Richard Cahill (late Mary), John R. Cahill, Norbert Cahill, Vince Cahill (late Katherine) and William Cahill.Ray and his brothers were the former owner/operators of Jim’s Beverage until 1999. He knew many Ft.Mitchell and surrounding area residents by name. The family couldn’t go anywhere without Ray running into someone he knew. He had a true love for his fellow neighbor and enjoyed talking with everyone.Ray never met a stranger. When the grandchildren introduced Pawpaw to their friends, he was Pawpaw to them too. Ray would always shake his care-givers hands and remember their names when they were first introduced. He would remember where they lived and details about their families. He genuinely cared about people and their circumstances.Over the years Ray and Jan found life-long friendships with their neighbors, who are considered family.They all supported each other in the good and challenging times of life. You could often find Ray helping a neighbor with a repair project, loan of a tool, or sharing a cold Budweiser.When Ray retired he increased his time on the golf course. He played in a league with many of his  nephews watching over his brother’s children offering love and support. He totally enjoyed the relationships he had with each of his nieces and nephews. Ray also played in the Senior Golf league at Devou Park where he enjoyed some long time friendships. He dreamt about his golf game often, he loved that game!Ray’s greatest love was for his family. His children are inspired by his perseverance and strength. He treated everyone he met with respect, kindness and a smile. He had a wealth of life lessons and knowledge that he shared by example, in word and deed. Ray had a special relationship with each of his grandchildren, giving each of them an endearing nickname that has followed them through life. All of the great grand children knew him personally and brought him such joy.Ray will be greatly missed. His family will carry on his legacy of welcoming friends, spreading kindness,laughter and respect for all people.Visitation is Tuesday August 5 at Blessed Sacrament Church 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Mass of Christian burial will follow at 10 a.m. Burial will take place at St. Mary’s Cemetery.Middendorf Funeral Home Ft. Wright, KY is handling arrangements.Memorial Donations can be made to St. Elizabeth Hospice 483 South Loop Road Edgewood KY 41017 or DCCH Center for Children and Families 75 Orphanage Road Ft. Mitchell KY 41017 or the Charity of Donor’s Choice