William Ray Caldemeyer, age 60, of Stendal

William Ray Caldemeyer, age 60, of Stendal, IN passed away Friday, June 5, 2026, at Deaconess Memorial Hospital in Jasper. 

He was born July 26, 1965, to Norman and Betty (Blount) Caldemeyer in Huntingburg; and married Jolene Sue Sattler on December 12,1987 at the Holland UMC. 

A 1981 graduate of Pike Central High School. He was a masonry for 35 years. He worked for Tile Terrazo Bricklayer local 4 and for Bunge Mason. William was a lifelong active member of St. Peters Lutheran Church in Stendal. 

William had a deep appreciation for classic Ford trucks and especially cherished his 1954 Coral Ford F-100. He spent countless hours restoring, traveling, and creating memories in his classic truck. His dedication and enthusiasm were recognized with numerous awards, including the “Children’s Choice Award.” 

He loved spending time with family and having game nights; he especially loved playing Rook. He enjoyed trips with the love of his life Jolene, and hiking in one of their favorite vacation spots, Gatlinburg, TN. 

He loved giving back to the community of Stendal. He was a leader in the community club. He was the founder and builder of the Stendal sign. He served on the Lockhart Township Volunteer Fire Department and the advisory board. He enjoyed making Halloween customs while volunteering at the community Halloween party. He also helped start the Tin Fest Auto show. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Norman and Betty; brother, Garry; sister, Sharron Roettger, and brother-in-law, Rodney Dixon 

He is survived by his wife, Jolene of 39 years; siblings, Brenda (Jerry) Houchins, Larry (Denise) Caldemeyer, Karen Dixon; brother-in-law, James Roettger; sisters-in-law, Karen Caldemeyer, Rita (Mark) Williams, Kutina (Albert) Kline and many nieces and nephews. 

Funeral services for William Ray Caldemeyer will be held at 12:00 p.m., E.D.T., Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at St. Peters Lutheran Church in Stendal. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery in Stendal. Pastor John Beasley will officiate the service. 

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., E.D.T., on Tuesday, prior to the service at the church. Rainey Funeral Home in Dale has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. Condolences may be shared online at: www.raineyfuneralhome.com