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BORN
1933
DIED
2005
William Raynes Obituary
A celebration of Bill's life will be held at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 or to St. Augustine Humane Society, 1665 Old Moultrie Road, St. Augustine, FL 32086.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Donna Raynes; one daughter, Julia Mary Horton and her husband Rick, all of St. Augustine; three sisters, Joy Warren (Jerry), Cartersville, GA, Frances Garren (Carlisle), Lake Mary, FL, Gloria Gooding, Miami; and two grandchildren, Brittnee and Richard "Rick" William Horton.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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Brittnee Horton
August 30, 2025
Papa I miss you so much every single day. You will never be forgotten.
You're the best man I've ever met in my whole entire life. I wish you were here to see the young woman I've grown into , and wish oh so badly how you could be here by my side
I love you so much
Jim & Lori Booth
August 10, 2005
Ha So Joe where did he go. We will miss you Uncle Bill. Everyone here learned somethng new from you with your visits. Your memory will live on forever in our hearts. Keep an eye on Jim's building guide him in your special way. I can here jim saying now what would uncle bill do about this job! Love Ya and miss you like crazy
David H. Booth
July 19, 2005
Bill will be missed by all. He always had time for everyone and would do anything for anyone. His music and singing will be missed by friends and family but will always be remembered. I will miss his big white smile and my wife always mentions his beautiful black hair. we will sure miss you William ( Bill ) W. Raynes.
Robert Ball
July 19, 2005
To the best of Uncles. Bill was such a kind and gentle man who always thought of others. He surely will be missed. I only wish we would of had time to play guitars together the last time he visisted. God Bless you Uncle Bill.
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David LaNinfa
July 19, 2005
To a great man who I enjoyed working with at NAS Jacksonville. He will be greatly missed by all.
My condolences to his family.
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