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William Rainey Obituary
He was preceded in death by his father, William Hubert Rainey.
He is survived by his mother, Melba Rainey; his wife, Debbie Rainey; his son, Robert Rainey; his sister, Wendy Neville (Ronnie); and his aunt, Linda Langford (Bradley).
Ronnie was born February 2, 1952, in Selma, Alabama, the son of Hubert and Melba Rainey. Ronnie graduated from Tuscaloosa County High School with the Class of 1970. He continued his education at the University of Alabama, earning a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. During his career, he was employed with United States Steel Corporation in Birmingham, BF Goodrich in Tuscaloosa, HCA Medical Center in Panama City, Fla., and most recently Davis-Emerson Middle School. After retiring from an engineering career, Ronnie pursued his dream and passion of coaching and teaching middle school students.
Ronnie was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend whose loves included his wife of 39 years, Debbie Rainey; son, Robert Rainey; University of Alabama football; Davis-Emerson Middle School students, staff, and faculty; and the Tuscaloosa County High School Class of 1970.
Pallbearers will be Don Avery, Trey Langford, Carlin Homan, Chad Neville, Dr. Walter Dazie, and Ronnie Neville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of West Alabama and the Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer Center.
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Walter (Al) Allen
March 27, 2013
Dear Debbie and Family:
I am sorry to hear of Ronnie's death. He was very special to me and I am sorry I could not be there. It seems like only yesterday we were at Englewood and then TCHS. He was a very good friend through all those years. I will keep you and your family in my prayers as you grieve this loss. May God give you comfort during this time.
melinda sisson
March 27, 2013
Coach Rainey taught both my children at Davis Emerson Middle School. He was a special man who just clicked with both of them he also was there coach for softball and football but to his family we all will greatly miss him.GO BULLDOGS!!
Charlotte Bradley
March 25, 2013
Was so Sorry to Hear about Ronnie! Remember him from High School! He always had such a sweet smile and was so nice. So Sorry for your loss!
FRANK PRUETT
March 23, 2013
DEBBIE, I'M SO VERY SORRY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY'S LOSS,RONNIE WAS A GOOD MAN.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR,S
Shirley Watts Griffin
March 22, 2013
Debbie, My heart goes out to you and your family. I lost my husband,of 37 yrs.,5 years ago this month. The days, weeks, months,and yes,even years ahead, will be difficult. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, will be your comfort, peace and strength. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Becky Nelson-Jones
March 22, 2013
My heart and prayers go out to all of Ronnies family. In our life we went to Church together, grade school together then Graduated from TCH in 1970 together. So many Wonderful Wonderful memories!!!
Myrk Harkins
March 22, 2013
Debbie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Gloria Gardner
March 22, 2013
Debbie,
I learned of your loss today and wanted you to know my heart goes out to you at this time of sadness. May God bless you and the family during this most difficult time.
Pam Gooden Cook
March 22, 2013
Mrs. Rainey and Wendy: So sorry to read of Ronnie's death. I have fond memories of growing up together on Highway 82. My prayers will be with the entire family.
Willie & Geneva (Junkin) Lewis
March 22, 2013
Debbie and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Ronnie will be missed by many. May cherished memories help to sustain you through the difficult days ahead. The members of the Class of '70 are available if you need anything. May God's peace be with all of you.
Vicki Dyer Richardson
March 22, 2013
Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss. Ronnie was always such a kind & pleasant classmate/friend. I will continue to lift you up in prayer. I will try to make it to the funeral but, I'm having a hard time with funerals right now. Please know that you will be in my thoughts. Sending love your way, Vicki Dyer Richardson
Brenda Goodloe McAteer
March 22, 2013
Debbie and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. I have no doubt that the angels in Heaven are smiling because Ronnie is there. I pray that you feel God's comfort and peace and the assurance that we will see him again one day. Please let me, or any of his other friends from the TCHS Class of 1970, know if there is anything we can do. We love you!
Kathryn Phillips
March 22, 2013
Such fond memories of Ronnie at TCHS. Thinking of you Debbie and your family. Praying for all of you.
Fondly,
Kathryn Davis Phillips
Rita Howard
March 22, 2013
May you find comfort in your memories.
Sherry Smart Harvey
March 22, 2013
My sympathies go out to the sweet Rainey family. Ronnie was loved by so many!
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