John Rine Obituary
He was born April 17, 1960 in Moundsville, a son of Mary Lee (Roberts) Rine and the late Eldwin Otis Rine. John was a member of Salem Church of Christ. He was an avid hunter, finding solace in the great outdoors, as well as having a deep appreciation for history. John devoted 37 years as a dedicated route driver with Pepsi and an additional 5 years working on the pipe line through Teamsters.
In addition to his father he is preceded in death by both his paternal and maternal grandparents.
John is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Chrystal (Nice) Rine of Moundsville; two children, Shawn Rine of Moundsville and Kelley Rine (Jason VanSickle) of Wheeling; four grandchildren, Bella Rine, Jacob VanSickle, Miley Rine and Jaxson Rine; three siblings, Thomas (Lynell) Rine, Darla (Dave) Dancy and Missy (Lee) Francis all of Moundsville and a large extended family.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Whitetails Unlimited, a national nonprofit conservation organization, in C/O www.tmcfunding.com.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.carechapel.com.
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