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1936
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2025
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Loretta Rayno Obituary
Wilmot, NH - Loretta V. Rayno, 89, formerly of Old Winslow Road, died Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the Merrimack County Nursing Home in Boscawen, NH.
She was born on April 24, 1936 in Orange, MA to Henry and Malvina (Proulx) Forest. She graduated from Hancock High School, Hancock, NH and entered the Women's Army Corps during the Korean War. She served with the 7774th Signal Service Battalion and was stationed in Alabama, Georgia, Chicago 5th Army Headquarters and Heidelberg, Germany. After her discharge she was a member of the 368th Army Reserve in Concord, NH.
When Loretta returned to the States she joined her Mother and Stepfather, Roy Trombly in Wilmot. She graduated from Hesser Business College in Manchester, NH.
She worked for 27 years at Freedom Acres in Wilmot, NH, New London Agency for 8 years, and Colby-Sawyer College for 21 years retiring in 2014.
A joyous part of her life was spending time with family, friends, and her dogs at her camp on Big Diamond Pond in Stewartstown, NH.
She was one of the founders, past president, and Director of the Wilmot Community Association, served on the Tannery Pond Dam Committee, 10 years on the Town of Wilmot ZBA, served on the Wilmot Master Plan Committee, the Concerned Citizen Sub-Committee for zoning ordinance, committee member of the restoration of the Wilmot Veteran's Memorial, Charter member of the Women's Memorial Foundation in military service and was a Director and then President of Pine Hill Cemetery from 1990-2014.
She was predeceased by her husband, Stanley L. Rayno, son, Glenn Rayno and sister, Blanche Delano Sanborn. She is survived by her son, Douglas, grandchildren, Sarah E. Rayno and Stanley K. Rayno, great grandson Brantley Rayno, nieces and nephews including nephew, Daryl (Pati) Delano, nieces, Denise Curtiss and Darlene Delano, grandnieces and grandnephews.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. at Pine Hill Cemetery, Wilmot, NH with military honors.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Wilmot Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 33, Wilmot, NH 03287.
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Tara LAKEMAN
December 14, 2025
Rest in peace Loretta.
Susan Monnier
November 26, 2025
Doug, I am so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. No matter what the age, its always difficult losing a parent. Your Mom will always live on in the loving hearts she has left behind. Susan Monnier
Petra Schaefer
November 22, 2025
I was so sad to hear about the passing of Loretta. She was such a remarkable person. It was a joy to work with her at the college. Her great sense of humor, people sense and work ethic endeared her to everyone, especially the students. Loretta was one of a kind and my heart warms when I think of her. Holding you all close in my heart during this difficult time.
Lynne Placey
November 17, 2025
Loretta was a great family friend from Big Diamond Pond. My parents, Frank and Clare Owen were good friends with her for years. We have missed her these last years, loosing my parents as well.
We think of Doug and Sarah with fondness and their tender care for Loretta as her health declined.
We will always treasure the memories made with the Rayno family.
We have a vacant lot now but Heather and Lucas plan to build a new camp this coming year. I am hoping I live to see it and maybe some of you!
Just know we send our love and deepest sympathies to you. Thanks for your friendships over the years!
Love, Lynne Owen Placey.
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Heather Leighton
November 16, 2025
Doug and family. I was saddened to read of Loretta’s passing. She was a good friend to my grandparents, Frank and Claire, and I have many, many fond memories of times at Diamond Pond. She will certainly be missed.
Jason and Ann Pitts
November 16, 2025
Doug and family,
So very sorry to hear about Loretta. She was always such a friendly person and certainly loved her family. You are all in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Janet Kuhlmeyer
November 16, 2025
Your mother held and shared a lot of local history. Hold on to all your best memories of her.
Emilie Dodge
November 14, 2025
Memory of Loretta
Caring for Loretta was one of the quiet blessings of my life. Even as dementia tried its best to steal pieces from her, it never touched her spirit. She greeted every day with a smile, a laugh, and that gentle kindness that made the world feel lighter just by being around her.
She never spoke a negative word. Not once. Somehow, even on the hard days, she carried a softness that reminded me what real grace looks like. She made my days brighter, and I always looked forward to seeing her.
Loretta loved her gardens and the peace she found in her yard. Being outside felt like home to her. One of my favorite memories is taking her to the petting farm to see the goats. She lit up in a way I’ll never forget. That joy was pure, simple, and absolutely her.
I’m grateful for the time I had with her, for the laughs we shared, and for the warmth she brought into my life. I’ll carry her smile with me.
Donna Brennan
November 14, 2025
I worked with Loretta for many years at Colby-Sawyer she was an amazing lady and friend, her sense of humor always had us laughing.. I am so sorry for your family's loss, and my prayers are with you all.
Rachel Allen Parsons
November 11, 2025
Loretta was a perpetually no-nonsense, but cheerful and helpful, not to mention invaluable, employee at Colby-Sawyer when I first started working there. I enjoyed her immensely and extend my deepest sympathy to her entire family.
Terri Hermann
November 10, 2025
I remember Loretta fondly from her years at Colby-Sawyer. I always enjoyed talking to her and enjoyed her laugh and sense of humor.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Fran Ordway
November 10, 2025
Loretta was an amazing lady as anyone will tell you. I met her in the late 70's and felt blessed to have known her. She was warm, caring, involved in her community and cherished her family and friendships. Share your memories and stories as she will live on through them.
Linda Lee Lyons
November 10, 2025
Doug,
My sincere condolences to you and your entire family. Your mother was a wonderful woman. I have many fond memories of her, your Dad and your brother. May she now rest in peace. Cherish your memories.
Robert D Machain
November 10, 2025
Mrs. Rayno, Thank you for your service RDM Windham NH
Beryl Sanborn
November 9, 2025
Doug and Family:
So very sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you, Wishing you comfort and peace as time goes by.
A special lady of Wilmot and many will miss her.
Beryl & Florence Gove (in memorium)
Stephanie Perkins Wheeler
November 8, 2025
Dear Doug and Family, Loretta touched and was loved by so many. She will always be remembered. Her laugh and wit will always be with me. Sending love and hugs.
Jill Feneberg
November 8, 2025
Doug and family, I’m so very sorry and sending love to you. May all your wonderful times together help bring you peace and comfort.
Tom Hartley
November 8, 2025
Cousin Loretta, you have finally received your angel wings
Linda Palmer
November 8, 2025
Douglas, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and the family.
November 8, 2025
Doug. Thinking of you and family. Loretta was so special to Craig and I. Such a loving friend! She will be missed!
Craig and Lorrie
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