Mark Allen Ray, 57 of 332 Wilshire Drive in Eden passed away early Sunday morning.

The family will hold a memorial service for Mr. Ray at a later date.

Mark was born on October 20, 1961 to Ina Miller Ray and the late Herman L. Ray in Arlington, Virginia.  He graduated from Reidsville High School.  Mark enjoyed camping and fishing but most of all he enjoyed living life to the fullest.  He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

Mark is survived by his fiancé of 14 years, Diane Deacon of the home; two children, Austin Ray and Matthew Ray; special children, Heather Tilley and Josh Deacon; mother, Ina Ray; two grandchildren; three sisters, Debbie White, Bonnie Apple and Vicky Priddy and one brother, Wade Ray.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com