Metta Louise Raines

July 31, 1922 – November 6, 2018

Metta “Louise” Raines, age 96 went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. 

Louise was born on July 31, 1922 in Belding, Michigan to the late Ora and David Hall.

In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death by her brothers Sherwood Hall and Truman Hall, sisters Lenora Westerling and Mary Salsbury, grandson Keith Lyon, and beloved husband of 57 years LD Raines. 

Louise is survived by her four children, Bonnie Lyon, Ronnie Rinker, Randy (Marcia) Raines, and Sandy Tombow; grandchildren, Teri Levesque, Toni Burton, Kim Lyon, Robyn (Charles) Leeper, Tammy (Lowell) Donnan, Christopher Tombow, Kari (Joshua) Neufeld, Krista Raines and Kyle (Jill) Raines; 13 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great grandchildren. 

Louise left Michigan at the age of 18 and moved to California, which became her permanent home.  Louise assisted her husband LD with the family landscaping business for many years, managing the finances.  Louise enjoyed hosting holiday gatherings for her family and friends, always making delicious meals and baked goods for all to enjoy.  Louise was part of a quilting group and enjoyed sewing crafts, quilts, and clothing.  Louise was a member of the Red Hat Society for women and maintained an active social life for as long as she was able. 

Louise will always be remembered as a loving and strong leader of the family.   A celebration of life will be held on November 10 at 885 West Dublin Ct., Upland, CA 91784 beginning at 3:00 pm.