Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Calvin W. Raines
About
FUNERAL HOME
Calvin Raines Obituary
OLEAN -- Calvin W. Raines, 78, passed away Tuesday (September 2, 2025) at Olean General Hospital after a long illness.
Born May 26, 1947, in Olean, he was the son of Kenneth and Helen Winters Raines. On October 31, 1993, he married Deborah Cowles, who survives.
Calvin attended Olean High School and earned a degree in criminal justice from Jamestown Community College.
He went on to work at Loretta Foods and M. Wile in Buffalo. After 30 years, he retired from Dresser Rand in Olean.
In his free time, he enjoyed Dungeons and Dragons, World of Warcraft, Sand Table Wars with his friends, target shooting, writing lyrics and sci-fi stories, and playing the drums in the garage with his buddies.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two close friends, Aaron Firth of St. Mary's, PA, and Scott McDonald of Dallas, TX.
He was predeceased by his parents and an uncle, Christian Winters.
No services are being scheduled, and a private gathering will be held at the family's convenience.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Casey, Halwig, and Hartle Funeral Home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Calvin Raines
Sponsored by Casey, Halwig & Hartle Funeral Home - Olean.
2 Entries
Linda Edstrom
September 6, 2025
Cal was a good guy who enjoyed life. It was always nice when he joined the Class of´65 for breakfast. RIP Cal. Condolences to his family.
Chris Stier Hackett
September 5, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Calvin Raines's name
Memorial Events
for Calvin Raines
Funeral services provided by:
Casey, Halwig & Hartle Funeral Home - Olean3128 Route 417 W, Olean, NY 14760
How to support Calvin's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Calvin Raines's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
