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Robert Rainey Obituary
Born in Westerly, he graduated from Westerly High School in 1962. He settled in Los Molinos, Calif. after many years of traveling and working the country as a Mason. Bob was a lifelong Red Sox fan, but his passion in life was building and racing late model cars.
He is survived by his wife, Donna, two brothers; Charles and Wayne Rainey; son, Shawn; daughter, Suzanne; stepchildren, Tom and Steve Altman, Lynn Hardman and five grandchildren; Alyssia, Joe, Christina, Steve and Jennie.
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Raymond Steadman
April 17, 2015
I will always remember Robert when I when to Westerly High School from '59---'62!!!!!! I am sending my condolences to Robert's family & friends! R.I.P.
Ernest Jacques
April 16, 2015
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Michael Gencarelle
April 10, 2015
Bob and I remained good friends and kept in touch all these years. He was truly my brother from another mother. Will miss him but carry many things with me that I got from him. Love ya man! He's always been a pioneer and is probably leading the way again. Blessings to Donna and all of Bob's other family.
Martha Jacques
April 10, 2015
I was shocked when I saw this obit in the paper. I'm so glad I got to chat with Bob last June when I ran into Charlie at the Calabrese Club and he called Bob. We hadn't seen each other for umpteen years and it was nice to reconnect, albeit by phone. My sincere condolences to all of Bob's family.
Al Morrone
April 10, 2015
Wayne, Charlie and family sorry to hear of Bob's passing. May he rest in peace.
Ernie Gillan
April 9, 2015
Wayne, Charlie my sincere condolences Bob and I were friends best of friends. R.I.P Bob
Donna Rainey
April 9, 2015
Bob's family here in California miss him like nothing I've have ever had . I had 35 years with Bob. His love will always be me. Love you always, your wife, Donna
Dave Cornell
April 9, 2015
As so often happens, Bob and I had lost touch over the years. But, I will never forget the years in Westerly and our move to Arizona in '76. Bob was an excellent friend and I am deeply saddened by his passing. God Bless Bob and his family.
Roland & Nadine Lariviere
April 9, 2015
Sending thoughts and prayers for you and your family during this difficult time.
Michael Dipollino
April 9, 2015
Wayne, Charlie and the Rainey family my sincere condolences on the passing of Bob. I have many memories racing cars, living and enjoying life with Bob and his 64 Impala "GOGO" back in the good old days. May God have mercy on his soul.
Dipper
April 9, 2015
Charles and Wayne, I am very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We were great friends through high school and after. Bob and I had many good times during those years. R.I.P. Bob. Bob (putt) Paterno
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