Charles Wilkinson Raines 55, of Wilmington passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Harvard, Il on November 4, 1955 the son of the late Charles Henry and Yvonne Arnold Raines . His younger brother Mark also preceded him in death. He was an engineer employed with Progress Energy, Inc. in Southport, NC since 1985.
Chuck or Charlie as he liked to be called enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved life and the outdoors, always ready to try something new.
Surviving are his wife Marci; daughter, Jennifer and husband Lei Zhu; and his son Steven. Chuck also has two brothers Jeff and Victor Raines of Dixon, Il, as well as many nieces and nephews.
We will miss his sense of humor, love of the Chicago Cubs, science fiction, and loving presence in all our lives. His memory will be with us always.
A memorial service will be held 10:30 AM Saturday, May 14, 2011 at Messiah Lutheran Church 3302 S. College Road
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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403; (910)-791-9099
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