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MICHAEL KIRWIN RAYNE

MICHAEL KIRWIN RAYNE obituary, Rockland, MA

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Oct. 9, 2025

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MICHAEL RAYNE Obituary

RAYNE, Michael Kirwin Of Rockland, formerly of Brookline, passed away at home, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, September 28, 2025. He was 82. He was born in Brookline, to Margaret (Kirwin) and George Rayne. He grew up in Brookline and attended Brookline High School. He served in the U.S. Army for three years and was a Bronze Star recipient. Proud firefighter for 30 years in Brookline, MA. Beloved husband of 57 years to Eileen Rayne (Reilly) of Rockland. Devoted father to Michael K. Rayne (Kristen) of Quincy, Kim Marie Moran (late Bernie) of Pembroke, James P. Rayne (Wendy) of Westport, and Stephen Rayne of Rockland. Adoring grandfather of seven grandchildren. Loving brother to Eleanor A. Cahill and Kathleen Gormley. Predeceased by his parents, Margaret (Kirwin) and George Rayne; and siblings, Robert, George, Paul, Francis, Maureen, William and Mary Claire. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the Visiting Hours on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 4-8 PM, in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 9:15 AM, on Friday, October 10, 2025, prior to the Funeral Mass in St. Ann's Church, Quincy, at 10 AM. Burial in Pine Hill Cemetery, Quincy. In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael's name may be made to The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, 18 Canton Street, Stoughton, MA, 02072. Please see www.Keohane.com for directions and online condolences.

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 3 to Oct. 7, 2025.

Memorial Events
for MICHAEL RAYNE

Oct

9

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Keohane Funeral Home

785 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02170

Oct

10

Celebration of Life

9:15 a.m.

Keohane Funeral Home

785 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02170

Oct

10

Service

10:00 a.m.

St. Ann’s Church

757 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02170

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Keohane Funeral Home - Quincy

785 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02170

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Jimmy Considine, Charlestown

October 3, 2025

Sincere thanks for the devoted military service you gave to the people of this nation. May you rest in peace.

Jeff Moreno

October 3, 2025

Dear Rayne family, So sad to lose this guy. One of my favorite people. His struggle was so inspiring. His service to this County , to the citizens of Brookline never wavered and really was just as heroic as his last battle . Mickey, I´m missing you already and want you to and your family to know you will be remembered with love and immense respect. Always, Jeff Moreno and Family

Stephen Sweeney

October 3, 2025

RIP Mickey.I was very fortunate to have
known you.
Steve S.

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