William " Uncle Buck" Raite

William J. (Uncle Buck) Raite, 79, made it to the end of the rainbow at the age of 79. William was born in Syracuse, New York to Angelo and Mary Raite.

William retired from First Student Bus Company and worked in the maintenance department. He also worked many years in the family business, Raite Rubbish Removal. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and his friends Black and Jack at many casinos.

He was preceded in death by Father, Angelo Raite; Mother, Mary Raite; three Sisters, Nori Costello, Lucy Calcagnino, Rosemary Fritzen; Step-Son, William Kelly, III; brother-in-law, Joseph Correia; brother-in-law, Michael Correia; Mother-In-Law, Theresa Correia.

He is survived by his Wife of 35 years, Theresa Raite; Brother, Joseph (Judy) Raite; two daughters, Stephanie (Jamie) Raite and Melissa (Joe) Izykowski; two Stepsons, Robert (Kristi) Kelly and Shawn (Amy) Sinclair; stepdaughter, Heather (Jason) Sinclair; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister and brother-in-laws, and a host of friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to Upstate Cancer Center.Click here to donate.

In keeping with Bill's wishes, there will be no services.

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