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Duke Rakich
July 25, 1931 ~ May 20, 2016 (age 84) 84 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Rose & Richard Angelica
on May 28, 2016 7:53 AM
A candle was lit by Roger and Mindy Isla and Family
on May 26, 2016 3:34 PM
Message from Cynde Vidas
May 26, 2016 1:30 PM
Dear Flo-- My heartfelt condolences. Duke had a way of making everyone feel special. He was a true legend in the steel business and friend of everyone he met.
His was a life well lived.
Cynde.
His was a life well lived.
Cynde.
A candle was lit by Stevan Grgić
on May 25, 2016 4:30 PM
Message from Rita Albrecht and Family
May 24, 2016 10:04 PM
Dawn and family,
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your loss. Although I did not know him well, I remember him as a kind and funny person. Most of all, I saw how supportive he was of you. He will live on in your love and memories of him.
Rita
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your loss. Although I did not know him well, I remember him as a kind and funny person. Most of all, I saw how supportive he was of you. He will live on in your love and memories of him.
Rita
A candle was lit by Cheryl (Cook) Bryan
on May 24, 2016 9:04 PM
Message from Mitch Cole
May 24, 2016 12:48 PM
Our sympathy and prayers go out to Mrs. Rakich, Dawn and Duke. Really sport to hear of Big Duke's passing. Kay and I shall be lifting y'all up in prayers. Take care and be Blessed.
Love to all,
Mitch.
Love to all,
Mitch.
Message from Linda Chilenski Burke
May 24, 2016 11:47 AM
Flo and family,
My hear felt condolences on your loss, Duke was truly the best boss I ever had, he will be missed by many....
My hear felt condolences on your loss, Duke was truly the best boss I ever had, he will be missed by many....
Message from Jim, Eberle, Ryan and Matthew Lazear
May 24, 2016 10:06 AM
So sorry about the passing of our great friend "Duke". Flo and him were just at Matthew's grad party and he looked awesome. Of course Flo Looked awesome as usual. We will keep in touch!
Rest in peace our friend,
The Lazear's
Rest in peace our friend,
The Lazear's
A candle was lit by Greg Cook
on May 24, 2016 9:39 AM
Message from Patricia Dalesio
May 24, 2016 7:56 AM
To the Rakich Family: I offer my deepest and heartfelt sympathies to all of you......
Message from Debbie (Davis) Sturm
May 24, 2016 12:37 AM
I was so sad to hear of Duke's unexpected death, Marvin Gosseye called me this weekend. I have so many memories of him.....parties at your home on LaBelle, family gatherings with Georgie, funny stories involving my dad Bill Davis, even running into him in Tempe, Arizona at the Fiesta Bowl!!! A life well lived-- full of family, friends, and laughter. Thinking of you.
Message from The Lazic Family
May 23, 2016 11:41 PM
We were deeply sadened to hear of Duke's passing. Our heart felt condolences to Flo and Duke's entire family! He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed!
A candle was lit by Theresa and Bob Stotler
on May 23, 2016 8:12 PM
Message from Theresa Stotler
May 23, 2016 8:11 PM
Flo and Family,
So sorry for your unexpected lost of your loved one, May His Memory Be Eternal. He was such a gracious man and always willing to go the extra mile for anyone who need help.
So sorry for your unexpected lost of your loved one, May His Memory Be Eternal. He was such a gracious man and always willing to go the extra mile for anyone who need help.
Message from Burt Musulin
May 23, 2016 5:27 PM
Flo, Duke, Jr., & Dawn,
I was so sorry to read of Duke's passing. He was truly one of the best. Always a warm greeting, a good story, and a heart of gold. Good husband, good father, and a hard worker all of his life. I have great memories of spending time with Duke. If God made any better than this man, He is hiding them. Vecna ja Pamjat!
Love, Jim
I was so sorry to read of Duke's passing. He was truly one of the best. Always a warm greeting, a good story, and a heart of gold. Good husband, good father, and a hard worker all of his life. I have great memories of spending time with Duke. If God made any better than this man, He is hiding them. Vecna ja Pamjat!
Love, Jim
A candle was lit by Brandi Whitaker
on May 23, 2016 4:33 PM
Message from Jeff & Diane Jaye
May 23, 2016 2:49 PM
Flo & Family, sending you heart felt condolences. Memories will live in our hearts forever, Duke was an inspiration to us & he will be greatly missed.
A candle was lit by Kathleen Miller
on May 23, 2016 1:30 PM
Message from John Craig, Myrtle Beach, SC
May 23, 2016 11:55 AM
A good man and a fine gentleman, he will be missed by all who knew him. My condolences to the family.
Message from Jim and Mary Lou Bonaventura
May 23, 2016 11:39 AM
Flo and family, we were truly sorry to read about Duke. He was such a wonderful friend as were you. We hope that you are left with happy memories of your life together. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy
Jim and Mary Lou Bonaventura
Jim and Mary Lou Bonaventura
Message from Ann & Corky Cavanaugh
May 23, 2016 10:51 AM
Dear Flo and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Duke's passing. He was such a kind, generous man with a great sense of humor. He'll be missed! You have our deepest sympathy. We'll keep you in our prayers.
Ann & Corky
We are so sorry to hear of Duke's passing. He was such a kind, generous man with a great sense of humor. He'll be missed! You have our deepest sympathy. We'll keep you in our prayers.
Ann & Corky
A candle was lit by Debbie Linn Horning
on May 23, 2016 10:35 AM
A "Serenity" 30 inch Wind Chime was sent on May 23, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Love and prayers - Denise, Jen, Deb, Mikki, Gail and Amy
A candle was lit by rich and sandie richey
on May 23, 2016 8:10 AM
Message from Tammy Habovick
May 23, 2016 7:50 AM
Flo my deepest sympathies to you an your children. duke was a wonderful man. He was very dear to my heart. I so enjoyed the time that we spent together while is was president and on the church board. He helped me in many ways as the secretary at the church office. He will be sorely missed.
A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was sent on May 23, 2016
Duke you were a special person and will be greatly missed! With my deepest sorrow! Emory & Deanna Derthick
A candle was lit by Tammy S Habovick
on May 23, 2016 7:48 AM
Message from Fr Stevo
May 23, 2016 12:34 AM
Dearest Flo, Dawn, and Duke Jr......our deepest sympathies in your sudden loss....Your Husband and Dad was one of the finest, kindest men I've had the blessing to know....and he taught me much in the summers I worked for him......all our love and prayers, and I will lift up his name at our holy altar!
Fr Stevo Rocknage
Fr Stevo Rocknage
A candle was lit by Proto Stevo Rocknage and Protinica JoAnn
on May 23, 2016 12:29 AM
A DIGNITY IN WHITE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on May 22, 2016
Xidis family
Message from Becky Swanson
May 22, 2016 8:18 PM
Dear Dawn and Duke -
My deepest condolences on the loss of your dad and a wonderful guy. How fortunate you were to have him for so long. As teenagers, we all thought you had the coolest parents on the planet.
My deepest condolences on the loss of your dad and a wonderful guy. How fortunate you were to have him for so long. As teenagers, we all thought you had the coolest parents on the planet.
A candle was lit by Michelle Tedreau
on May 22, 2016 7:50 PM
A candle was lit by Ssndy and Dick Donnelly
on May 22, 2016 6:14 PM
Message from Lois (Nicole) Rembish-Brancazio
May 22, 2016 5:55 PM
Duke was the best boss I've ever had! He was always a gentleman, considerate and fun! Joined him a few years ago at a Kiwanis "Secretaries Day" luncheon. Must have been 10 of his employees with him that day. It was a day I will cherish forever! And a job I was so lucky to have had. God Bless You, Duke. You are one of his best angels now. 🙏🏼
A candle was lit by Lois (Nicole) Rembish-Brancazio
on May 22, 2016 5:47 PM
A candle was lit by Jerry & Mary Lynn Ricci
on May 22, 2016 4:37 PM
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