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Obituary For Joseph S. Raines
Joseph Selton Raines Sr., son of the late Herbert and Pearl Spain Raines, was born on May 30, 1929, in Wake County, North Carolina. He was called to rest from this earthly life on June 5, 2023, while residing at Greenwich Woods Health Care Center in Greenwich, Connecticut.
Selton, as he was known, attended St. Augusta Freewill Baptist Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC during his youth and Union Baptist Church, Stamford, Ct. later in life.
At an early age, Selton enlisted in the United States Army where he completed his high school education. He was a Korean War Veteran and earned various awards and medals for meritorious service and valor. Throughout his life, he was employed in several positions pertaining to Large Press Machine Operations: many years with Flexible Barriers/ACME Backing, Stamford, Ct.; and twenty-plus years with the City of Stamford, before retiring. He was an avid fisherman who enjoyed playing Spades, Bid Wizz, listening to good music, and spending time with family and friends.
Selton was preceded in death by the two loves of his life, Marie Lawson Raines and Irma Juliette Harper; two sisters: Betty Prince and Pearl McNeil; six brothers: David Raines, Earl Raines, James Raines, Bernard Raines, Donnell Raines, and Grover Raines.
Memories of him will forever be cherished by two daughters, Iris Liniev McMillan (Sherwood) of Concord, NC; Adrienne M. Harper of Clover, SC; three sons, Joseph S. Raines Jr. of Fuquay-Varina, NC; Troy D. Raines (Leisha) of Greensboro, NC; Eric S. Raines of Nashville, TN; twelve grandchildren: Sterling (Tamara), Sheris (Larry), Yavonda, Mituan (William), Ariel, Jowan, Markus, Jerren (Rachel), Christian, Zoe, Mark (Melinda) and Jordan; twelve great-grandchildren: Tyler, Jalen, Kelsey Liniev, Lawson, Landon, Tionna, Devin Jr, Kelsey Mariah, Azael, Arryanna, Kieanna, and Christian; one sister-in-law: Janie Raines of Orangeburg, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Memorial service will be held at 11:00 am Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.
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Add A CondolenceGone To A prepared place For prepared Pepple .To Be Absent From The Body Is To Be With The Lord.
Our deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the family. Praying for the family. Mr @ Mrs Gregory Russell @ Family
On behalf of Alfrieda Brown, Terrance Brown, Fonda Brown-Salley and myself We were saddened by the passing of Uncle Joe. Our prayers are with the family for strength, peace and comfort during this time. Uncle Joe was fun and loving towards us always and he will be missed. He has taken his eternal rest. Min. Shylethia Williams
Truly sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Joseph. Continuous prayers of comfort and strength to the entire Family and Relatives. (Tonya Burt-Davis)
Dear Family,
We are deeply sorry to hear the lost of your Father. Life is a journey which he was blessed to have traveled 94yrs. Hug each other and let it be a blessing to cherish the special memories that will live on...The Children of the late -Edmond & Annie Lawson
Sorry for your loss praying for the family 🙏 William Hodge and family
Hello I'm sorry to hear my cousin Joseph has died. Remembering him coming to our house when in town. Mother (Lillie McLeod) would always be happy to see him. Love you family
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