David "Dave" J. Rayoum Sr., 73, of Toledo, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at Flower Hospital in Sylvania, Ohio.
He was born January 1, 1950 in Toledo, Ohio to John and Virginia Rayoum (Marksch). He was the oldest of seven children and graduated from Springfield High School. Dave met his wife, Gail, in 1985 and married on July 5, 1989. Together they spent the last 34 years barely leaving each others side.
Dave was an auto mechanic for many years, retiring from BP ProCare. He liked to spend his time watching football, especially Ohio State and Detroit Lions with Gail. He enjoyed cooking, target shooting at Club 16, gardening, and shopping! He loved shopping!
Dave is survived by his loving wife, Gail (Terry) Rayoum, children from his first marriage; David (Laurie), Wendy (Daniel), Tommy (Tiffany), Faith (Ben), Torey, and step-daughters; Patty (Todd) and Cheryl (Doug) who were like his own. He had 21 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, three brothers, one sister, many nieces and nephews, and a large family on his wife's side.
He was preceded in death by his parents John & Virginia Rayoum, two brothers; John and Wayne, grandson Brandon and great-grandson Luca.
Dave's family would like to thank the wonderful ICU staff at Flower Hospital for Dave's care while he was there.
The family will receive guests Thursday, November 9, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - West Sylvania Chapel, 3655 King Road (419-392-9500).
Memorial contributions may be made in David's memory to the charity of your choice.
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