D. Ray Marker 58 of Bloomingdale, OH went to be with the Lord after a long illness on March 2, 2022.

He was born October 21, 1963 in Steubenville Ohio to Audrey (Kundrat) Marker and D. Ray Marker Sr.

He graduated from Jewett Scio High School in 1982 and started Blue Ridge Fencing and was the sole proprietor for more than 20 years.  He served German Township as trustee for several terms.  He worked in agriculture his entire life with a particular focus and love for working with beef cattle.

Ray was very active in the Christian Church and most recently at Crossroads Christian Church in Wintersville Ohio. He enjoyed mentoring youth, especially his grandchildren, in 4-H projects.  He was most happy being outdoors and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife Cheryl Marker of Bloomingdale Ohio; daughters Bobbie Jo Kless of Longwood Florida, Courtney (Jesse) Ewing of Grand Junction Colorado, and Beth (Ty) Tanner of Hopedale, Ohio; sister Deborah (Tom) Kenny of Cadiz Ohio and brother Ryan (Lisa) Marker of Bloomingdale Ohio; and several nieces and nephews and 6 grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents D. Ray Marker Sr., Audrey Rainsberger and her spouse Rick Rainsberger.

Friends and family may call at Everhart-Bove Funeral Home at 685 Canton Road in Wintersville Ohio Friday March 4th from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm.  Funeral services will be Saturday March 5th at 1 pm with Pastor Jeff Greco officiating, and committal following at Blue Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Harrison County Jr. 4-H.

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