William M. Raines High School Class of 1968

04/12/2026

UPDATED - WITH SYMPATHY - JACQUELYN JONES CHRISTOPHER

***** Please see a change below regarding VIEWING changed to VISITATION. *****

With heartfelt sympathy we are extending our deepest condolences to the family and friends of our beloved classmate, Jacquelyn Jones Christopher who transitioned on Thursday, April 9, 2026. To Jacquelyn's family and friends may the Lord give you comfort and peace in your time of bereavement. May her spirit live on in the lives that she touched. Please remember the family and friends in your thoughts and prayers as they mourn their loss. Service arrangements entrusted to Alphonso West Mortuary, Inc., 4409 Soutel Drive, Jacksonville, FL, 32208, 904-766-9671.

VISITATION
Monday, April 20, 2026
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rufus E. Payne Memorial Chapel of Alphonso West Mortuary

FUNERAL SERVICE
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
11:00am
St Paul Ame Church
6910 New Kings Road
Jacksonville, FL 32219

01/28/2026

Hi Classmates! Erin Kendrick, the Chair of the Scholarship Committee for The William M. Raines Alumni Association Board, is making the final push to meet the fundraising goal for the year. Please donate anything that you can to the cause using the link below! The deadline for donations is Saturday, January 31st!

In the future, we can also establish a class -sponsored scholarship!
https://rainesnationalalumni.kindful.com/?campaign=1167473

rainesnationalalalumni.kindful.com

William M Raines National Alumni Association (WMRNAA) is raising money to provide scholarships for Raines Graduating Seniors! Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps. WMRNAA is a 501c3 nonprofit organization and your donations are tax deductible.

01/22/2026

01/03/2026

We're extending our condolences to the family and friends of our classmate Joseph Lloyd whose brother Norman C. Troy Junior has transitioned. Joseph, in this time of sorrow may you find comfort in the memories of your loved one and in knowing how much others care.

Joseph and his brother Richard will be traveling to New Mexico on Wednesday for their brother's funeral on Thursday. Safe travels to them. Please keep Joseph and his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers as they mourn the loss of his brother.

12/19/2025

Check this out! Sharing from classmate Poinsetta Greene. If you have any questions, contact Poinsetta at 1-352-870-9640.

12/16/2025

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11/03/2025

CLASSMATE NEWS - BISHOP DR. THOMAS FELIX III

A friendly reminder for an upcoming event for our classmate!

09/18/2025

UPDATED WITH SERVICE ARRANGEMENTS

With heartfelt sympathy and our deepest condolences, the Raines Class of 68 is extending our condolences to the family and friends of our beloved classmate, Gail Witsell Morrell who has transitioned. During this time of grief, please know that you are not alone. Gail's spirit will remain in the hearts of all those who knew and loved her.
Service arrangements entrusted to Marvin C. Zanders Funeral Home, Inc., 232 W. Michael Gladden Blvd., Apoka, Florida 32703, (407)886-3388

08/24/2025

UPDATED WITH SERVICE ARRANGEMENTS

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On behalf of the Raines Class of 68, we are extending condolences and our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of our classmate Richard 'Dickey' Sermon, Jr. who transitioned on August 23, 2025. During this time of grief, may you find solace in the love and memories you shared with Richard. May his spirit live on in the lives he touched. Service arrangements entrusted to Strong & Jones Funeral Home, Inc., 629 W. Brevard Street, Tallahassee, FL 32304, 850-224-2139.

VIEWING
Friday, September 5, 2025
12:00pm - 5:00pm
WAKE
5:00pm
OMEGA MEMORIAL SERVICE
6:00pm

Strong and Jones Funeral Home, Inc.
629 W. Brevard Street
Tallahassee, FL 32304
https://strongandjones.com

SERVICE
Saturday, September 6, 2025
11:00am
Bethel Missionary Baptist Church
224 North Martin Luther King Blvd.
Tallahassee, FL 32301
850-222-8440
Rev. Dr. R.B. Holmes, Jr., Pastor
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06/12/2025

CLASSMATE NEWS - ROSALIND RAWLS
Rosalind will be a vendor at this event. Take the family for the activities and stop by her tent to check her out.

05/21/2025

Hello Classmates. Your Class Planning Committee is planning a 75th Birthday Bash. It's a milestone so we couldn't let it pass without having a party. Check out the info on the flyer below and make your plans to attend. We would love to see you there.
If you have any questions, please contact:

Aldean Rivers Green (407) 437-7052
Gwen Mathews Smith (904) 945-2127
Connie Riley (904) 699-4301

PAYMENT INFO: $50.00 per person in advance; $55.00 per person after 7/25/2025
PAYMENT METHODS:
CASH
CHECK - Payable to Raines Class of 68; Mail to Connie Riley, P. O. Box 28908, Jacksonville, FL 32226
CASHAPP - $luv2me (Connie Riley)