Steve Moskowitz Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 It is with extremely heavy heart that we report that former National AACA President Jim Raines passed away suddenly last night. Jim was one of the really "good guys" and was beloved by many. Jim and Sharon have stayed active in AACA since Jim left the board and he has been a very important part of our National Awards team. Anyone that met Jim will remember his smile, lack of socks and good nature! He will be missed by a legion of friends. As soon as details on arrangements are known I will report them here on this thread. Please keep Sharon and their family in your prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AlCapone Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Prayers and condolences are extended to family and friends. May he rest in peace! Wayne from Canada Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 So very sorry to hear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
41 Su8 Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Just heard today that we lost Jim Raines. We have been neighbors in Hershey for many years. He will be missed. Condolences to his family. John Iaccino Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted August 16, 2015 Author Share Posted August 16, 2015 Visitation Tuesday from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Harry and Bryant funeral home at 500 Providence Road, Charlotte. Memorial Service on Wednesday at 2:00 pm at Selwyn Avenue Presbyterian Church at 2929 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte. Memorials may be made to the AACA Museum or the AACA Library.Sharon RainesP.O. Box 2366Davidson, NC 28036-5366 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCHinson Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Wow, This is sad news. Jim was a super nice guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R W Burgess Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 http://www.dignitymemorial.com/harry-bryant-funeral-home/en-us/index.page A link to Jim's service information! Jim's link is the first on the right side of the page as of 5pm today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCHinson Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 This should be the direct link: http://obits.dignitymemorial.com/dignity-memorial/obituary.aspx?n=James-Raines&lc=2734&pid=175517428&mid=6556332 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
61polara Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Jim's full obit: James Allen Raines CHARLOTTE - Mr. Raines, 70, passed away on August 14, 2015. He was born on July 2, 1945 in Wilmington, NC, a son of the late Lee Roy and Mildred Dominey Raines. Jim grew up in Charlotte where he attended Myers Park High School. After a few years attending what is now the University of North Carolina Charlotte, Jim joined the Air National Guard. For many years, Jim was co-owner of Brown and Glen Maintenance Company. After retiring, Jim and his wife, Sharon, settled in Davidson, NC. They also maintained a mountain retreat in Sparta, NC. Jim was actively involved in the Boy Scouts of America for many years and has always been involved in the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA). During his years in the AACA, Jim was National President and was proud to serve as a National Director and National Judge. Jim is survived by Sharon Raines, his wife of 33 years; his daughter Courtney Raines, and son Brannon Raines, and his wife LeeAnn Raines; granddaughters, Berit Raines and Andersen Raines; his sister Barbara Sanders, and numerous cousins. Visitation will be held from 6 until 8 pm on Tuesday evening, August 18, 2015, at Harry & Bryant, 500 Providence Rd., Charlotte. The service to honor the life of James Allen Raines will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday the 19th at Selwyn Avenue Presbyterian Church, with the Reverend Rush Otey officiating. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to: AACA Museum, 161 Museum Drive, Hershey, PA 17033, AACA Library, 501 W. Governor Road, Hershey, PA 17033, or Selwyn Avenue Presbyterian Church, 2929 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28209. Condolences may be offered at www.HarryandBryantFuneralHome.com. . Published in Charlotte Observer from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2015 - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/charlotte/obituary.aspx?n=james-raines&pid=175515828&fhid=5889#sthash.HXfFJLQ0.dpuf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Giles Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 We had the pleasure of talking with Mr Raines on the vintage Tour. A very dedicated AACA member. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Art Griffin Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 We have known Jim for many years, and he has been a great asset to AACA. He will certainly be missed. Our prayers are with his wife and family. Art & Arlene Griffin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScarredKnightfan Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 RIP, Jim. Thoughts/prayers to his family & friends.... Cort www.oldcarsstronghearts.com1979 & 1989 Caprice Classics | pigValve, paceMaker, cowValve"My time here is over" __ Patty Loveless __ 'How Can I Help You Say Goodbye?' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillip Cole Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Jim had already been helpful in our planning for the 2016 Sentimental Tour. We were supposed to get with him this Fall and talk through our plan.He and his big smile will definitely be missed. All our prayers for Sharon and the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Jim's smile, humor, wit, and forthright comments have been an asset to AACA, as well as to those of us who were fortunate enough to be counted as friends. At dinner just two weeks ago on the AACA Vintage Tour - who could possibly have dreamed this could happen? Sharon and all their family are in our prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted August 20, 2015 Author Share Posted August 20, 2015 Thanks Art and others for attending the funeral. We have lost a "good guy" and a good friend to so many. Jim was able to navigate the multiple personalities of so many different types in the club and always be there to listen and offer advice. He was a gentle soul and had a huge heart without being boastful about what he did. Jim's work in the community was always downplayed by him and some of us even did not realize the extent of his volunteerism. There is a saying "Deeds not words speak I" that seem apropos in this instance. His gracious smile will be missed. Several of us drank shots of Jack Daniels in his honor or the more sensible of us did not wear socks to the funeral home instead! Both traits of the big guy! He was probably laughing in both instances from above! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Glad everyone made it home ok. It was a very moving service. I'll forever remember the time we served together on the AACA Board. Jim and I often traded phone calls dicussing stuff. He was one of those guys you could confide in, talk with, and bounce stuff around with. I' can still here his voice in my mind and fondly recall riding with him and Sharon on tour. He will be missed by many!Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandy Dave Posted August 22, 2015 Share Posted August 22, 2015 So sorry to hear. Condolences to family and friends. No socks, and a few shots. Sounds like a good tribute to the end. Dandy Dave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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