Donald Rayner Obituary

We announce the death of Donald Rayner of Chatham, Louisiana, who passed away on August 14, 2026, at the age of 65. Donald will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parent Marlene Rayer; his nephew Chris Springfield; and his brother-in-law Wayne Griffin. He is survived by: his wife Ann Rayner; his children, Thad Rayner, Tara Head (Jay), Tess Rayner, Tori Rayner and Tret Rayner of Chatham, LA.; his adoptive son Carlos Rowland; his grandchildren, Dalton, Della and Memphis; his sisters, Deborah Springfield (Irvin) of Rayville, LA. and Marilyn Griffin of Mer Rouge, LA.; his parent Barbara Butler; and his sisters-in-law, Denise Hines (Rodney) and Bobbie Finley (Joe).