William Robert Rainford Sr.

Bill was born in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey December 15, 1953 and moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1968. Bill was proceeded in death by his wife Lisa and parents Ron and Bev. He is survived by his children Luann Wilson, Christina Hood, and William Rainford Jr.; grandchildren Sydney Hood, Thomas Hood, and Sofia Rainford; his siblings Tom, Mike, Dan, Skip, Wayne and Teresa; and many more loving family and friends.

Bill was fan of his family and community. He grew up as a military kid and lived all over the world. He was the first Eagle Scout of troop 133 and shared his love of scouting with his kids and grandkids.  He loved nature, fishing, camping and being in the mountains.  He was a father cheering at every event and proud grandpa. He formed friendships cheering on coworkers or the person playing next to him. He loved the Olympics and cheered on every athlete in every event, and loved an underdog. He was generous and supported others through fundraising, or grabbing something they needed.  He loved sports of every kind and could change channels between softball, basketball, and  golf with lightning speed giving you all the details of each event. He was a life long fan of coin collecting and the Minnesota Vikings. After the passing of his wife he was finding his purpose. He loved the hunt of a yard sale and antiquing looking for vases and art.  He enjoyed traveling and remembering their trips together.  He had found a spiritual home at The Crossing Midtown.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking you to support the youth in your community, especially local Scout troops or youth sports teams. Throughout the year purchase an extra box of Girl Scout Cookies or Scout Popcorn and Nuts, purchase a Scout Camp Card, support a sport team’s car wash, or donate to the Camp Fund for Scout Troop 369 or Pack 455.

VISITATION will be at Bunker's Eden Vale Mortuary, 925 N. Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, Nevada on Thursday July, 20, 2023 from 9:00am to 9:30am with MEMORIAL SERVICE to follow.  INTERMENT is scheduled at 11:00am at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 7251 W. Lone Mountain Road, Las Vegas, Nevada.