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Michael Rainey Obituary

Michael L. Rainey, Sr.

Norfolk - Michael L. Rainey, Sr., 52, of the 9400 block of Masoncreek Rd. passed away September 9, 2015 at Depaul Medical Center, Norfolk, VA. He was born in Norfolk, VA on June 6, 1963 to the late Catherine E. Sumler. He attended Lake Taylor High School. Michael worked for 18 years as a laborer for W.F. MaGann. Michael is survived by his wife, Monique Rainey; three daughters, Michelle Williams, Monica Rainey and step-daughter, Whitney Edwards; one son, Michael Rainey, Jr.; one granddaughter and two sisters.

A funeral service will be held, 11am, Thursday, September 17, 2015 at Way of the Cross, ELIM, 2800 Chesapeake Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23509. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby is handling the arrangements.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 15, 2015.

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Lori Uzzle

September 16, 2015

God Bless n ur family, be with you all always. God call home one of his Angeles. Mike is lookin down on you all, will forever be by your side so smile always lookin up at the beautiful clouds n think of him as he lives on inside of each n everyone of u all... God Bless From Lori Uzzle

Juanita knight

September 16, 2015

Monique hold on God will hold you and comfort you and your family through your sorrow.

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