Thad Eric Rager

Thad Eric Rager, 57 of Derry, PA, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Independence Health System Latrobe Hospital, Latrobe, PA.  He was born December 20, 1967 in Latrobe, PA, the son of the late Walter E. Rager and Dolores (McGuire) Rager.  Thad was an avid hunter/trapper and loved the outdoors including running a small farm.  He was a member of the Derry Rod & Gun Club, Old Colony Sportsman, Slovak Club and the Cooperstown Vets.

He is survived by his brothers:  Bernie Rager & wife, Cristal, Newton, NC, Daniel Rager & wife, Kara, Latrobe, PA, Shawn Rager & fiancée, Michelle Ivey, Cleveland, NC, Justin Rager, Blairsville, PA and also several nieces & nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Thomas Rager.

The family will receive friends at the Ferguson Funeral Home & Monument Company, 25 W. Market St. Blairsville, PA 15717 on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 2-5 PM.  A memorial service will be held at 5 PM with Pastor Bill Hebenthal officiating.  If so desired, memorial donations may be made in Thad's name to Wildlife Works Inc., 836 Chestnut Street, Youngwood, PA 15697.

Watch Thad's loving memory video:  https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/M4MYGHJW6MWWRL8T

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