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David Raitto Obituary
He leaves his wife of 58 years, June H. (Egner) Raitto; two sons:Ric Raitto of Hubbardston and Jack Raitto of Hollis, New Hampshire; a daughter, Diane Wood of New Ipswich, New Hampshire; a sister, Barbara Moore of Florida; 6 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by a brother, Roger Raitto and a sister, Eleanor Muto. Mr. Raitto was born in Troy, New Hampshire son of Gustaf and Celia (Alonen) Raitto. He served in the United States Navy during WWII as an Aviation Mechanic. He was the President, Founder and Owner of Raitto Engineering & Manufacturing Co. Inc.. He was a successful inventor and patent holder. He was a member of Greenville Baptist Church in the Rochdale section of Leicester. He was a private pilot and enjoyed flying his own plane.
A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 28 in Greenville Baptist Church, 674 Pleasant St., Rochdale at 11:00 AM. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Greenville Baptist Cemetery. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Greenville Baptist Church Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 396, Rochdale, MA 01542. MORIN-MORRISON FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main Street, Leicester is directing arrangements.
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Robert & Evelyn (Knight) Whitcomb
June 28, 2008
Dear June and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Remembering David's wonderful smile and cheer he spread around will surely be missed. Hold onto the sweet memories knowing he is in a better place now and one day we too shall see him again. May God's grace and peace that passes all understanding give you all the comfort at this most difficult time. Our deepest sympathies.
Janet & Robert Martin
June 27, 2008
Dear June, and family.
May God be with you & comfort you especially in the days ahead. Our memories of David will always be sweet, Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Annette Bouvier
June 27, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jane & Jim Mason
June 27, 2008
Dear June & family,
We were so shocked to learn of Dave's passing today.
I am so sorry for your loss.
The Mason Family
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