Michael Rawlinitis's obituary , Passed away on July 8, 2025 in Bridgeport, West Virginia

Michael Rawlinitis

1956 - July 8, 2025

Bridgeport, West Virginia

Michael Rawlinitis's obituary , Passed away on July 8, 2025 in Bridgeport, West Virginia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ford Funeral Homes

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Michael Rawlinitis Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Michael Rawlinitis (Bridgeport, West Virginia), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Michael left this world on July 8, 2025, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael Rawlinitis to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert P. Rawlinitis, Sr. and Patricia Hemsley Rawlinitis McVey; his siblings, Robert Todd Coberly, Robert P. "Bobby" Rawlinitis, Jr. and Kathy Palmer; his mother-in-law Doris Dawkins; and his close friend Sam Belcastro.

He is survived by: his wife Susan Dawkins Rawlinitis; his nephew Ryan Rawlinitis; his sisters, Mari-Jo Stevens, Teresa Lynn Wolfkill (Timothy), Mary Lisa McGahan (Bil), Susan Thomas (Blaise), Lorean "Lorie" Yocco (late David) and Paula Bramer (Donald); his siblings-in-law, Lori Dawkins, John Dawkins and Mark Dawkins (Gayle); his granddaughter Gracie; and his great-nephew Elijah Bailey. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 15th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, July 16th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 16th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Bridgeport United Methodist Church (251 Worthington Dr, Bridgeport, WV 26330).

In lieu of flowers, Michael would ask that donations be made in his memory to St. Jude Children's Hospital, the Ronald McDonald House, or any charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ford Funeral Homes



Tue

July 15

Visitation

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Ford Funeral Home, Allen Chapel
215 E Main St, Bridgeport, WV 26330

Tue

July 15

Visitation

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Ford Funeral Home, Allen Chapel
215 E Main St, Bridgeport, WV 26330

Wed

July 16

Visitation

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bridgeport United Methodist Church
251 Worthington Dr, Bridgeport, WV 26330

Wed

July 16

Funeral service

12:00 PM

Bridgeport United Methodist Church
251 Worthington Dr, Bridgeport, WV 26330

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