Larry A. Rayner

Larry A. Rayner obituary, Massillon, OH

Larry A. Rayner

Larry Rayner Obituary

Published by Reed Funeral Home on Nov. 15, 2011.
Larry Rayner, age 61 of Lawrence Township passed away peacefully at his home Tuesday, November 15, 2011. Larry enjoyed gardening, crafting and working with his house plants. He was co-founder of the Community Hygiene Aids Pantry Services (CHAPS) helping those with HIV/Aids for the past 13 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vivian and Lawrence Rayner and his half brother, Charles Rayner. Larry leaves behind to cherish his memories two sisters, Darlene (David) Fouts and Janet (Harold) Stump; long time companion, James Wazlavek; niece, Tiffany Weisburn and nephew, Brent Weisburn; three great nieces and one great nephew the he admired. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, November 20, 2011 in the Reed Funeral Home Canton Chapel from 1 to 4 pm. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, November 21, 2011 in the funeral home at 11:00 am. Burial will follow in the Bethlehem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to the C.H.A.P.S, 115 Dewalt Ave. NW. Suite 201 Canton Ohio 44702. Those wishing to share a fond memory or their condolences may sign the Reed on-line guestbook at our website www.reedfuneralhome.com

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