Joseph Rainville Obituary
Joseph Paul Rainville first met mom and life on April 17, 1947. He met his Savior March 7, 2023 in the wee hours of morning. He was born to Paul and Virginia (Todd) Rainville in Missoula MT. At a young age they moved to Deer Lodge where he remained until his death of natural causes. Upon graduation from high school in 1966, he joined the Navy. After his first tour of Vietnam he met and married Carol Steber on October 20, 1969. This marriage lasted 53 years, producing two children. Second tour of Vietnam happened in IOctober of 1969 to February of 1971. The next 20 years JMOe spent in the Navy Reserve, so proud of his time and accomplishments. The (Boss) retired after 31 years of being a Maintenance welder at MSP and took up Harley life. He was a member of Vietnam Vets MC Club during the 90's. After quitting the club his main riding partner was his daughter. They called it Road Therapy. He also enjoyed camping with his kids and grandchildren. Best time ever for us.
He is survived by his wife Carol, son Daniel of Mason City IL, Dan's wife Penny, grandchildren Nicholas and Taylor Rainville. Daughter Michele Rainville of Butte, grandchildren Dallas, Dylan, and Devon Cook. Son Tony Pearson and family of Washington. Brothers Dick Rainville of Colorado Springs, CO, Todd Rainville of Deer Lodge, Step Brother Teddy Rainville in Idaho Stepsister Sharon Stevens of Arlee, MT.
Preceding him in death were his grandparents, parents, Sister Mary Lou Miller, half brother Boyd Kessler and Daughter in Law aJulia Rainville.
Our family will be forever grateful to the friends and family who stood by us for the last 7 years of his illness.
Funeral services will be held in Deer Lodge July 2023 with a reception to follow at his home.
Memorials in Joe's name are suggest to the Wounded Warrior Project (4899 Belfort Road Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256) or the Deer Lodge Food Pantry (101 Milwaukee Ave, Deer Lodge, MT 59722).
Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Joe and his family.
