Lucienne Raynes Obituary (1948 - 2026)

BELGRADE/WINSLOW- Lucienne Blanche Raynes, 77, passed away at her residence on February 20th, 2026. She was born December 15th, 1948, a daughter of Lucien and Alice Drouin. Lucienne spent many years in the Winslow area, where herself and her husband David Raynes built a life centered on family, community, and service. Summers were cherished at camp in Belgrade, a place that eventually became their full-time home and a gathering spot filled with laughter, memories, and love. For 45 years, Lucienne served as a dedicated school bus driver for the Winslow School District. She genuinely loved “her kids” greeting each day with patience, warmth, and a watchful eye, and many former students remember her as a constant, caring presence throughout their school years. A true animal lover, Lucienne adored her dogs, Bella and Molly, who were never far from her side. She found joy in the simple pleasures in life, family cookouts at camp, 4th of July fireworks, evenings by the firepit, friendly games of cornhole, and peaceful moments watching loons and ducks glide across the water with their ducklings. Jet skiing brought her a thrill, while trips to Disney brought out her playful nature, never passing up on the chance to wear a personalized Disney shirt. Lucienne is predeceased by her parents, her loving husband David Raynes Sr., her brother Roger Drouin and his wife Dottie, her sister Mary Jane Cobb and her husband Billy, special cousin John Drouin and wife Bonnie, sister-in-law Charlotte Oakes and husband Larry, brother-in-law Bruce Raynes, and many beloved Aunts and Uncles. Lucienne is survived by her children who always remained very near and dear to her heart, David Raynes Jr. and former wife Tina Huffman, and Todd Raynes and wife Stephanie. She is also survived by her grandchildren David “DJ” Raynes and wife Robyn King, Alyssa Burnette and partner Kris Duelley, Nathan Raynes and wife Macey, and Emily Raynes. As well as great grandchildren Gerard, Ronnie, and Xavier. She is also survived by siblings Henry and Herman Drouin and sister-in-law Jane Peatfield. As well as special nieces Lori Coyne and husband Greg, Melanie Molnar and husband Scott, her dear friend Maureen Nadeau, and many beloved nieces and nephews and colleagues. Visiting Hours will be held at Veilleux-Redington-Lawry Brothers Funeral Home at 8 Elm Street in Waterville, on Saturday, March 7th from 10am-12pm, then 2pm-4pm. A graveside service will be held in the spring.