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Dee M. Raitto

April 6, 1938 — November 24, 2022

Dee M. Raitto

Dee M. Raitto, 84, Fitzwilliam NH died peacefully at her home after a battle with cancer, with family by her side on November 24, 2022.

She is survived by her Husband of 66 years Russel G Raitto whom she married at the Fitzwilliam Congregational Church.

Dee attended Pinkerton Academy in Derry NH, graduated in 1956 and went on to attend Chamberlin Jr College where she met Russ.

She and Russ built two homes and raised two boys in town. They also owned a home in Arizona where they spent family time. Dee was an avid reader and gardener and a wonderful cook. She enjoyed nature and being outdoors gardening. She took painting and stenciling lessons for many years. Dee loved to do handwork such as knit, crochet, sew and many other crafts. She was also known for her letter writing and sending cards and packages She and Russ traveled the world and spent time with their boys and grandchildren and great grandchildren in Arizona and Alaska.

Dee was involved in the Fitzwilliam Historical Society, Fitzwilliam Library, Fitzwilliam Fire Department, Fitzwilliam Community Church and was one of the founders of the first Fitzwilliam Co-op PreSchool along with many other organizations over the years.

She is survived by her son Dale Raitto of Tok, Alaska and his partner Elisa, and son Mark Raitto of Rindge along with 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Dee is also survived by her brother Don Miller and his wife Mary, her sister Bess Parks, and sister Lee Fenton and her husband Jim many nieces and nephews. Dee was predeceased by her parents John and Maybell (McDougle) Miller, her stepmother Betty Miller, her brother-in-law Joe Parks and a nephew Matthew Fenton.

At her request there will be a private service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Dan Baker Fund in care of Fitzwilliam Fire Dept PO Box 725 Fitzwilliam NH 03447. The Cremation Society of New Hampshire has been entrusted with arrangements. To view an online tribute, leave a message of condolence or for more information please visit www.csnh.com.

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