Marvin Thomas Raines
January 4, 1947 ~ March 23, 2018
Resided in:
Waynesville, North Carolina
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Marvin Thomas Raines, Sr., 71, of Waynesville, died on Friday, March 23, 2018.
A native of Henderson Co., Marvin was a son of the late Charlie Raines and Jewell Franks Raines. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Raines, and sister, Peggy Raines.
Marvin worked for many years as a painter. He was a hard worker who loved his job. In his spare time, he loved to camp and fish. He especially loved cooking for his family. It was always important to him that they were fed and taken care of.
Marvin is survived by his son, Marvin Thomas “Tom” Raines, Jr.; daughters, Kathryn Allison (Glenn) and Laura Goodson (Ricky); brothers, Gene Franks, Jimmy Raines, Johnny Raines (Toni), and Danny Raines; sisters, Clara Lawrence (Charles), Mary Lou Camby (David), and Joann Lunsford (James); and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
The graveside service for Mr. Raines will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday at New Salem Cemetery.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
I love you Daddy..’Go vote’
Marvin, you were a good father and stood my your children. RIP
Rest in peace Uncle Marvin. You were always the sweetest man. Always happy and loved your family. You will be dearly missed. I love you.
Fly high and soar with the angels Uncle Marvin. You will be missed.
Dearest Lori,
David and I were so sorry to hear about your Dad. You and your family are in our prayers.
Miss and love you papaw. Never will forget all those Saturday’s and sunday’s We went to the flea market. Never will forget the rides back home and you would say ‘ you my grandson’? rip paps!
Your in our thoughts and prayers. Sam Morgan
Please accept my condolences. May you find comfort in the fond memories of your loved family member. The Bible also offers words of comfort during times of bereavement. 2 Corinthians 1:3, 4 states ‘God will comfort us in all our trials.’?