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Mark Ray Obituary
July 30, 1971 - November 12, 2025
Mark Ray, 54, passed away unexpectedly after an assault Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Mark fought for two months before succumbing to his injuries.
Born July 30, 1971 in Granville, N.Y. he was the son of Richard L. and Mary (Smith) Ray.
Mark attended Fort Ann Central School.
Starting at the age of 16, Mark worked in slate quarries. Most recently Mark worked with Newmont Slate Quarry for the last 20 years. Mark had a hard shell but a heart of gold and would have given the shirt off his back.
Mark enjoyed fishing, playing horseshoes with his friends, and going up to a family camp in the Adirondacks.
In 2004, Mark married Heidi Matteson in Fair Haven, Vt.
In addition to his parents, Mark was predeceased by his oldest sister, Terry Ray Dixon who passed just a month prior to Mark.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Heidi Matteson Ray; step daughter, Raven Matteson; sisters, Tracy Lechleiter, and Linda Duffy; brothers, Curtis Ray, and Keith Ray; also many nieces; nephews, and cousins.
A graveside ceremony will take place Friday, January 23, 2025 at Pine View Cemetery, 21 Quaker Road, Queensbury, NY 12804.
The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the nurses and doctors on D3 ICU Medical Floor at Albany Medical Center, the Vermont State Police, and everyone in the Victims Service Unit, especially Christine. In loving memory of Terry Ray, Marks sister contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
Condolences may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.
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Ruth and Heather Betts
December 6, 2025
My heart goes out to you all
We didn't know him as an adult,but enjoyed him as a child at camp. Sorry we didn't get to know you all as adults.
Jane and Don Sexton
December 6, 2025
Curt, Keith, Tracy and Linda our sincere condolences for the loss of your brother Mark. Sending you all love and prayers during this difficult time
Kathie and Scott Miller
November 29, 2025
I am So very Sorry.. Sending my Deepest Condolences to Linda-Tracy-Keith and Curt and entire family-Thinking of you all at this most difficult time.
Scott Crumley
November 29, 2025
Condolences to you all. May God give you all strength and comfort during this difficult time. Prayers for you all as well.
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Sandra Reynolds
November 28, 2025
My thought and prayers go out to the Ray family. Mark was a great guy .He had a great sense of humor and loved his family. He'll definitely always be in our thoughts. And will be missed. Jesus just received another angel. Love you Mark
Mitchell Matteson
November 27, 2025
Mark was not just my brother in law but a great friend. I was able to work with Mark in the qurry life .he was one heck of a worker.mark enjoyed spending time having cook out,spending time with family and he enjoyed being around his friends. Until we meet again rest in peace Mark.i will never forget the good times.love brother r.i.p
Bob Clark
November 27, 2025
Rest in Peace Mark
Tim, Shirley, Chris and Josh Rouse
November 27, 2025
Curt, Kieth, Tracy and Linda so sorry for the loss of your brother Mark our thoughts and prayers are with you all RIP Mark
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