William "Bill" N. Raynor

Bill, the youngest of 4 children, was born March 29, 1952 to proud parents, Samuel Russell and Marion Dustin Raynor in Yonkers, New York. While he grew up and went to school in NY, Bill and family vacationed on Nubanusit Lake in Nelson almost every summer. It was also during this time that Bill met his life-long friend, Ken Graham. Bill and Kenny were like brothers, and did everything together including sailing a “borrowed” boat down the Hudson river, then having to carry it back home through the streets of NY After high school Bill joined the Marines. He was immensely proud of his time in the Marines and his service to our country.

Bill returned to Nelson after his discharge from the Marines, and shortly thereafter met and married Virginia (Ginny) Clark. Together they raised 5 children. They also bought and ran Raynors Country Store for more than 25 years. Bill started a real estate partnership, PRT Realty, with good friend and partner, Pat Putnam. Bill was then recruited to run the Orange MA branch of Hamshaw Lumber which turned into a partnership opportunity that solidified his professional career. As a result of that transition he also gained a trusted friend and confidant, Doug Hamshaw. Single at that point he continued to be ever-present for his children. If you talked with him for more than a minute it was abundantly clear how important family was to Bill.

He met his beloved wife, Marie Moore, in 2005 and they have been together ever since. Bill finished his career at Ace Rental Center, which he ran with his sons Brice and Sam and his sister Carol, before he finally “retired”.

No one who ever met Bill was a stranger; it was his mission to make people feel welcome by his warmth, generosity, kindness and love. Bill was a great leader. He particularly enjoyed coaching people in the art of personal finance.

Bill was predeceased by his parents and cousin David Crocker, who died in the line of duty.

Bill is survived by his loving wife, Marie Moore, his brother James Raynor and wife Mary; his sisters Ruth Venezia and husband Paul (Buzz); Carol Raynor; his beloved children Andrew and wife Beth Raynor; Jason and wife Stephanie Raynor; Brice and wife Jessica Raynor; Katy and husband Drew Cross; Sam and partner Sheana Rodriguez; Laura and wife Emily Moore; Jacque Moore and partner Tommy Barth. Bill is also survived by his 10 grandchildren who were the stars in his eyes; Ayla, Ari, Baylen, Nola, Kalea, William, Amelia, Rowen, Levi and Qynn.

A celebration of Bill's life will be held at 19 Katy Lane, Harrisville, NH on September 12, 2021 starting at 12 noon.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to your local charity of choice.