The family of John Raney

John Raney, 53, of Florence, passed away suddenly on February 14, 2023. John was a graduate of Giles County High School (Pulaski, TN) and Birmingham Southern College. He was a master craftsman and an employee of the University of North Alabama.

His wife, Christa Raney, also works at the University of North Alabama as a Professor in the Department of English. They have three beautiful children: Stokley Elizabeth, Rayf, and Rowan.

This fundraiser is to support the cost surrounding the funeral and other financial needs of the family as they navigate this unimaginable time. Please consider giving and sharing this fundraiser with others.

Let us all surround this family with love and support!

John was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Stokley Crabtree; and Mr. and Mrs. Rayford Raney.

He is also survived by his mother, Cheryl Raney; father, Jerry Raney; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Darlene and Merrill Higgins; brother, Jay Raney (Kristi); sister, Robyn Sherrod (Hank); brother-in-law, Darrell Higgins (Michelle); and sister-in-law, Tanya Sutton (Tim); and numerous nieces and nephews.