Mark Edward Rayer

Mark Edward Rayer obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

Mark Edward Rayer

Mark Rayer Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Simons Funeral Home, Inc. on Dec. 30, 2025.
On December 26, 2025, Mark Edward Rayer, 54, of McCandless Township, passed away peacefully.
He is survived by his loving parents, George and Bonnie Rayer; his siblings, Lisa (Daniel) McCabe and Matthew (Molly) Rayer; his uncle, Frank (Tana) Rayer; and his nieces and nephews, Cassie (Kyle) Keller, Kyle Rayer, Sydney (Joe) Gabster, Grace McCabe, Connor McCabe, and Nolan McCabe. Mark was also a proud great-uncle to Cammie, Kace, and Keira Keller, and is further survived by many cousins and extended family members.
Mark was passionate about sports in all forms. He loved watching and playing them and was known as an excellent athlete who brought energy and enthusiasm to everything he did.
Friends will be received on Friday from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at Simons Funeral Home, Inc., 7720 Perry Highway, where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10:00 a.m.
Contributions may be made to a charity of your choosing. www.simonsfuneralhome.com
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