Benjamin N. Raino

Benjamin Newell Raino, age 87 of Whitehall, NY passed away February 28th  2021 at the Slate

Valley Nursing Home in Granville, NY.

Benjamin was born on February 2, 1934 in Whitehall. He is preceded by his parents, Henry W.

Raino and Lena (Rabideau) and his 4 sisters and brother.

He was a lifelong Whitehall resident who graduated from Whitehall High School in 1952.

Following High School, Ben enlisted in the United States Air Force. While serving his country he

spent time in Reno, Nevada and Anchorage, Alaska. He received training and graduated from

New York University with a degree as a Dental Lab Technician.

Upon returning to Whitehall, he was employed by the D&H Railroad and he married Carolyn J.

Whalen. After settling in, he started his own business, the Raino Dental Laboratory, which

served area dentists for over 20 years. Ben loved his hometown community and was involved

in local politics, a member of the American Legion Post 83 and the Knights of Columbus.

Ben was a well-known Adirondack Outdoorsman. He is known for his expertise in trapping,

hunting and fishing. He was also an award-winning Master Carver and Arts Educator. His work

is on display in Museums and craft shops throughout Upstate New York.

Ben was known for his fondness of tall tales. He loved recounting his days as the Captain of

the WHS undefeated Northern Conference Champion football team of 1951. He was also a

Woods Raconteur and a member of the Adirondack Liars Club. He has been a featured

storyteller at numerous County Fairs and Cultural Events in the region.

Ben is survived by his four children: Karen and husband Jim Fryer, Benjamin H. Raino, SallyAnn Raino and husband Troy Rollins and William J. Raino. Ben was the beloved Grandfather to Sean and Leah Howie, Jacklyn Raino, Elizabeth Raino, Troy Jr., Ian and Tyler Rollins along with his Great Grandchildren Kole, Jase, Ella, Ollivander, Lochlan and Thane.

The family wishes to thank the staff of Slate Valley Nursing Home for the care and love they

gave to Ben in his last years. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you support your local

Artists and Craftsmen.

Due to Covid, they have chosen to have a private family service. They hope you will join them

for a celebration of Benjamin’s life later in the year.  A graveside service will be held in the Our Lady of Angels cemetery with full military honors conducted by the Whitehall American Legion Post 83 at a later date.

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