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Hinesville – Joseph Michael Raftice, 61, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024, due to an accident. Born in Maine, he lived there most of his life, and in Hinesville for the past 9 months. He was a professional construction painter and a loving and devoted father, grandfather, and son. Other than spending time with his family, he enjoyed riding motorcycles.
Survivors are his daughter, Taniah Thurlow (Benjamin) of Cornish, ME; son, Shawn Raftice (Pamela) of Hinesville; mother, Nola Sanborn (Ken) of Sebring, FL; sisters, Kelly Baker (Tim) of Jackson, MI and Kelli Gagne of Vermont; 7 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The family will hold private services.
Family and friends may sign the online register at www.howardfuneralga.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Howard Funeral Home of Ludowici.
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