BORN

1924

DIED

2017

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2551 North Armistead Ave

Hampton, Virginia

Norman Rainville Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 20, 2017.

Norman J. Rainville, 92, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. He was born in Somersworth, NH and was a resident of Virginia for 47 years.

He was of the Catholic faith. Norman served in WWII in the U.S. Navy and served on the USS Bunkerhill, CVN17. After transferring service branches to the U.S. Air Force and served two tours of duty in Vietnam. He retired in 1974 from military service after a 26 year career. After his initial retirement he began working in the Physical Science Lab at William and Mary College as a machinist for 15 years until his second retirement.

Following retirement he followed his interests and hobbies which included volunteering at Langley Air Force Base Hospital Pharmacy for many years, cruising the road on his Harley Davidson, boating, flying ultralight aircraft, and building World War I plane replicas. As an avid sports fan he cheered on the Boston Red Sox, the Boston Bruins, and the New England Patriots.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Frances Rainville; daughter, Anne Marie Gratton and husband Mike; grandson, Ian Gratton; and Suzi his beloved feline pet.

The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Norman's life will be held at 2:00 PM at the conclusion of the visitation. Interment will be Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 10:00 AM at Albert G. Horton, Jr., Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to your favorite charity in Norman's name or to curechildhoodcancer.org/United.

Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.

Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666.

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April 30, 2017

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Alan Joseph Rainville

Dear Aunt Frances. I am sorry to hear of Uncle Normans passing, Robin and I's prayers go out to you. I will never forget the visits with all of you. He was a great man and a lot of fun to be around. Love always and may his spirit rest in peace.

Posted by Alan Joseph Rainville

April 25, 2017

Frances -- We are so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest condolences. Know that you are in our prayers during this difficult time.

Bob Baldwin
Volunteer Coordinator
Langley AFB Hospital

April 23, 2017

Dean Crombie

Dear Aunt Frances
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Uncle Norman.we had so many fun times when I was young playing hockey and other sports in Somersworth.He was a great ininspiration and will be missed

April 23, 2017

Teresa Corbett

So sorry to hear of Normons Passing R I P .Judy Peggie and myself send our deepest sympathy Tessie Tony and family xxx

April 21, 2017

Frances I am very sorry for you loss, love and prayers, Patricia Kolinchock

April 21, 2017

Frances I am very sorry for your loss, love and prayers Patricia Kolinchock

April 21, 2017

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April 21, 2017

Earl & Stephanie Bolden

Dear Frances & Anne, My heart is saddened to learn of your loss. Mr. Rainville was a special man who had the good fortune to be loved so dearly by you both. Know that Earl and I carry you in our hearts. Our Love to You, Earl & Stephanie

April 21, 2017

Angela Torrence

Mr and Mrs Rainville were our neighbors for many years. May he RIP.

April 20, 2017

Christine Cruz

We loved Norman so much. He was always up for a good party and could party 'til the sun came up. Always friendly, with a smile on his face. Don't worry, we will keep our eyes on Frances. Love you very much. Christine Cruz

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Calling hours

12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home & Memorial Park

2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA 23666

Apr

22

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m.

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2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA 23666

Apr

25

Interment

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Albert G. Horton, Jr., Memorial Veterans Cemetery

Suffolk, VA

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2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA 23666

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