Ronald P. Rainwater

Born in Charlotte on December 12, 1938, Ron was the son of Essie Reid Rainwater and James A. Rainwater. He graduated from Harding High School and attended King's Business College. Ron served in the US Army from 1962 to 1965, including a tour of duty in Vietnam.

In 1974, Ron married June Marie Alexander, and they were devoted to each other for 40 years. He retired from Overnite Transportation Company in 1996.

Ron sang in the choir at St. Martin's Episcopal Church from 1973 until he suffered a heart attack in August this past year. The choir was like a second family to him and June Marie. He was also involved in many other church activities. Ron will be remembered for his outgoing and friendly personality, engaging everyone he met in conversation.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his aunt, Ruth Combs Rainwater of Columbia, SC; numerous cousins; sisters-in-law, Bonnie Washam (Steve McKenzie) of Cornelius and Rosann Farber Petes (Tom Petes) of Chapel Hill; and nieces, Laura Petes of Takoma Park, MD, and Diana Petes of Oakland, CA.

A funeral is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 3rd, at St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Charlotte with a reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Ron's memory to the St. Martin's Music Fund, 1510 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28204, or Loaves and Fishes, 648 B Griffith Rd., Charlotte, NC 28217.