Raynes, 96, lived a life of science, shared a love of nature | Obituaries
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Bertram “Bert” Chester Raynes, who had lived in Jackson for years, died at his home on January 1, surrounded by friends and caretakers. The following was written by Franz Camenzind and provided by his friends, even though Raynes would have shunned so much attention.
Raynes, a self-taught naturalist, bird enthusiast, author, and columnist for Jackson Hole News & Guide, was born March 12, 1924 in Jersey City, New Jersey, where he spent most of his childhood. His parents, Morris Raynes and Celia (Mukashey), were immigrants from Poland and Russia respectively. He jokingly referred to himself as a “Jersey Boy,” but his heart and soul were at home in Jackson Hole, where he spent the last half of his life. Once asked about his origins, his answer was short: “European horse thieves.”
Longtime Jackson resident Bertram âBertâ Chester Raynes died Jan. 1 at his home surrounded by friends and caregivers. The following was written by Franz Camenzind and provided by his friends, even though Raynes would have shunned such attention.
Raynes, a self-taught naturalist, bird enthusiast, author and Jackson Hole News&Guide columnist, was born March 12, 1924, in Jersey City, New Jersey, where he spent most of his childhood. His parents, Morris Raynes and Celia (Mukashey), were immigrants from Poland and Russia, respectively. He jokingly referred to himself as a âJersey Boy,â but his heart and soul were at home in Jackson Hole, where he spent the last half of his life. Once, when asked of his heritage, his reply was succinct: âEuropean horse thieves.â