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Mark Raught, 66 passed away on October 2, 2024 of complications from COPD. Mark was born on November 7, 1957 and was raised in Albuquerque's South Valley. He graduated from Rio Grande High School where he excelled at basketball and helped the Rio Grande Ravens go to the State Tournament. In 1975 he was named the MVP of the Albuquerque Denver All Star game, where he helped Albuquerque defeat the taller Denver team. He was a gifted athlete and enjoyed sports of all kinds.
He is survived by his sister, Barbara McGuire (Ken); sister-in-law, Louisa Raught; nephews Nicholas McGuire (Myra), Timothy McGuire (Andrea), Samuel Raught (Brianna), and John Raught; and niece, Amanda Raught. He is preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Ruth Raught, and brothers Gary and John Raught.
A burial mass will be held at Ascension Church at 2150 Raymac Rd SW at 10 am on Monday, October 21, 2024. He will then be laid to rest at the Pajarito Cemetery.
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Kathy Pargas Keddy
November 17, 2024
Barbara and family I am sorry for loss. Mark was a very good friend to me and all my brothers. Love,Kathy Pargas Keddy
Kerri D Kinkel
October 28, 2024
Mark I'm sorry to hear of your passing gonna miss your light my friend!!!
Debora Welch
October 23, 2024
Barbara, My heart and prayers go out to all of you! I remember when we were much younger and would go to Uncle Norman's house and play and visit. I am sorry that we didn't know that he was ill or had passed away. Our family sends our love and prayers. God bless you all.
Larry & Mary Olivas
October 22, 2024
Our deepest condolences on your loss. We were friends with the whole family. Extremely sad we were not able to attend the services. May he rest in peace. Larry & Mary Olivas
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