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; his 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 Road, 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.
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