RAINVILLE, Richard E. 84 of East Falmouth, MA passed away on April 12, 2024 after a long battle with kidney disease and Alzheimer’s disease. He was born in Massena, NY on November 21, 1939 to the late Earnest Rainville and Helen Thari.
Richard grew up in Rooseveltown, NY and attended Massena High School. He was a 30 year military veteran having served 4 years in the United States Navy and 26 years in the United States Coast Guard.
He is survived by his loving wife Gail (Trippany) with whom he shared 60 years of marriage. He is also survived by his sons; Michael and his wife Christine of East Falmouth, Richard and his wife Betsy of Centerville, four grandchildren, Heather Cox, Josh Rainville, Connor Rainville and Morgan Rainville. Five great-grandchildren Cara Cox, Lauren Cox, Hannah Cox, Caitlyn Rainville and Colin Rainville. Richard is predeceased by his father Ernest and mother Helen, as well as his sisters Regina and Barbara.
A Private burial to be held at Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne, Ma with full military honors.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association or the National Kidney Foundation.
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