Smith-Youngs Funeral Home, Inc. | Clearwater, FL

Obituary For Martin Rainey

Martin Rainey was called into eternity, April 9, 2022. Born in Harlem New York, NY.

He moved during his teen years, to St. Petersburg, FL and attended Gibbs High. He later served in the US Army before attending and graduating from Bethune Cookman College.

Martin was a former teacher and elementary curriculum supervisor for Pinellas County Schools; he was also former Pastor of Bealsville Church of God.

Martin served in many organizations including: Front Porch St. Petersburg, DJJ Advisory Committee, 2-1-1 Board Member, Parent Support FEC, & the Florida State Sickle Foundation.

He is survived by...

Wife: Joanne

Children: Brenda, Jayda, & Fred Dixon, Jr.

Public Viewing: Saturday April 23, 2022 10AM - 11AM at Word of Life Fellowship Church, 2540-9th Avenue, So., St. Petersburg, FL 33712

Home Going Celebration: Saturday, April 23, 2022 11AM at Word of Life Fellowship Church, 2540-9th Avenue, So., St. Petersburg, FL 33712

Entrusted Care to Smith-Young Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Clearwater, FL (727) 442-2388

Guest Book

To the family of Elder Rainey, may God continue to strengthen you 🙏 He was my first employer in St. Petersburg and I am forever grateful for all the wisdom he poured into me. Rest in peace until we meet in Glory. Maguy Israel, Philadelphia, PA

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To Elder Rainey's family, May God give you peace, comfort and strength during this time. May his memory sustain and keep you until you meet again. Irene Batson-Rumph, St. Petersburg, FL

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To Martin Rainey's family, Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves memories no one can steal. JOHN W. DAVIS & family; Silver Spring, MD

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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