Raines Alan Mack

Sunrise: July 17, 1955 – Sunset: September 13, 2025

With great sorrow, we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband and father, Raines Alan Mack. On Saturday, September 13, 2025, Raines passed away in the arms of his best friend, wife, and soulmate, Jeannette, in the mountains where his spirit always felt most at home.

Raines was born on July 17, 1955, in Princeton, B.C., to Chick and Mary Mack. His father’s work as a post-master took the family from Hedley to Bella Coola and finally to Sicamous in 1973. Handsome, charismatic, and feisty, Raines met Jeannette in 1976, and the two were married in 1983. Together, they raised their family—Michael, Raina, and Alan—in their beloved “house on the hill” in Malakwa, where they lived for 45 years.

Over the years, Raines worked in many places, including Evans Sawmill, Valley Blacktop, and the District of Sicamous. Most notably, he served his community with dedication as a highway maintenance operator at Emcon, Argo, and later AIM. He took great pride in his work as a snowplow driver, caring deeply for the safety and well-being of all who traveled his roads.

Raines’s greatest pride and joy was always his family. He loved Jeannette and their children fiercely and devoted his life to creating a happy and fulfilling home. Countless days were spent together in the mountains, exploring, hunting, and sharing adventures, as well as boating and playing on the waters of the Shuswap.

A man of honour, Raines never hesitated to lend a hand to those in need. He worked hard and saved diligently for his prized Harley-Davidson, and he lovingly restored his 1969 Chevy Beaumont, a project that brought him joy and camaraderie at countless car shows. He cherished sharing rides with Jeannette on the Harley and later proudly showcasing his Beaumont.

In recent years, Raines found deep meaning in reconnecting with his Indigenous ancestry. This brought him peace, wisdom, fulfillment, and a sense of belonging that touched everyone who knew him. His gentle strength of spirit, warm smile, and mischievous twinkle will never be forgotten.

Raines leaves behind his devoted wife Jeannette; children Michael (Amanda), Raina (Jacob) and Alan (Amy); and grandchildren Orion, Austin, Kamea, Amelia, and Arthur. His absence leaves an unfathomable hole in the lives of those who loved him.

A celebration of Raines’s life will be held on Sunday, October 5, at 1:00 p.m. at the Malakwa Learning Center. Friends are invited to honour his memory. We especially welcome his motorcycle and car community to bring their bikes and cars in tribute.