Willett Bernard Raynor

Willett B. “Bill” Raynor, age 84, of Stanton, died Sunday, December 9, 2012 at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids.

Bill was born April 12, 1928, in Brooklyn, NY, the son of William and Eleanor (Roesler) Raynor. He retired from the US Army as operations Sergeant. He then worked in a factory producing computer parts. He spent many years in Florida where he enjoyed the outdoors, the water and sunshine, mowing lawns, sports, the casino, and taking naps. He was a avid fan of the Buccaneers, Devil Rays and Dolphins. He was an animal lover, loved to watch people, and had a great sense of humor.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Raynor, of Stanton; and stepchildren, Penny Moss of GR, Robin (Avanell) Moss of GR, Boyd (Sandy) Moss of KY, Ann (Edward) Pastizzo of GA, David (Julie) Westbrook of Stanton, Susan (James) Sturtevant of Sidney, and Ted (Ursula) Westbrook of KY; 18 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and his sister-in-law, Evelyn McWilliams of Hastings. He was preceded in death by Malissa Raynor and his granddaughter Crystal Greding.

Funeral services will be at high noon Thursday, December 13 at the Barden Funeral Home in Stanton with Pastor Kurt Hoffman officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be in the National Cemetery in Florida. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.