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Richard "Mark" Rayfield, Jr., 25, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2011 in San Antonio.
A celebration of life is set for 11 a.m. Thursday, July 7, at Porter Loring North Chapel in San Antonio, where the Monsignor Kevin Ryan will officiate. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 9 to 11 a.m. on July 7, at Porter Loring Mortuary North in San Antonio.
Mark was born on November 30, 1985 at Camp Pendleton, California, to Col. Richard Mark Rayfield, Sr. and Jeannine A. Ledlow Rayfield. He graduated from MacArthur High School in 2004, and attended Texas A & M University and San Antonio Community College. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, James C. Ledlow Sr.
Mark is survived by his parents; his brothers and sister, Robbie, Ryan and Kristin; grandparents, Col. Bob Rayfield and Mrs. Sara Rayfield of New Braunfels, Dr. Phil Hobson and Mrs. Joann-Ledlow Hobson of College Station; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be Robbie Rayfield, Ryan Rayfield, Kristin Rayfield, Stew Rayfield, Jim Ledlow, Jeff Ledlow, Joe Ledlow, John Ledlow, and Johnny Holstead.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
You are invited to sign the Guestbook at www.porterloring.com
Arrangements are in the care of Porter Loring Mortuary North, 2102 N. Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, Texas 78232, (210) 495-8221.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kristin Rayfield
July 27, 2011
Love you Markie
Erika Gallegos
July 13, 2011
I am so sorry for your family, Mark was very special to me and I was so sad when I found this out yesterday
Lee E. Drones Jr.
July 8, 2011
My heart goes out to Colonel Rayfield and Family. Col. Rayfield wan my Commanding Officer at Cherry Point at Mass-1. I also serv4ed with Major Stew Rayfield. He had a nice Family, and I remember his children. GOD bless Mark, and the Rayfield Family in their time of need. SEMPER FIDELIS
Tom and Kristina Gehrki
July 8, 2011
Kristina and I send our condolences to your family. May your special memories of Mark-and the knowledge that you were dedicated, loving parents-carry you during this difficult time. God Bless you and yours today and always.
Charles D, Jr and Judy Collins
July 6, 2011
Jeannine and Mark,
Our hearts are going out to you and your family with many prayers for each of you to be surrounded and comforted by tender mercies from the Lord to bring you relief from your sorrow and peace and healing to your hearts.
David Sligh
July 6, 2011
Mark and family,
We are heartbroken to hear about the loss of your son. Please accept our sincere condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
David and Rynda Sligh
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