Buchholz, Raymond “Ray” 88 years of age of Medford former 70 year resident of Malden, MA on Monday, January 1st, 2018. Beloved husband of 65 years of Rosalyn (Chalfin) Buchholz. Devoted father of Ron Buchholz of Medford, Steven Buchholz of Hampstead, NH and Karen Buchholz of Boston. Loving son of the late Samuel Buchholz and Carrie (Silk) Buchholz. Brother of the late Myron Buchholz. Loving grandfather of Brian Buchholz of NY, Ariel Buchholz of NH and Jacob Buchholz of Andover. Lifelong best friend of Melvin Saganov of Walpole. Raymond worked hard as a shoe salesman all his life to provide for his family. A Private graveside service will be held at Chevra Mishna Cemetery 89 Lake Shore Drive, Lynn, MA 01901. A Memorial Service to be announced in the Spring at Temple Emmanuel in Chelsea. Contributions in Ray’s memory can be made to Temple Emmanuel-60 Tudor Street, Chelsea, MA, 02150.