Irene Rakus

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A photo of Irene Rakus

Service:

Private family service.

Visitation:

Blenheim Community Funeral Home
Tuesday July 12, 2016
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Irene Marie Rakus, dear wife of the late Louis Paul Rakus passed away on Saturday July 9, 2016. Irene is the much loved mother of Richard & Sheryl Rakus of Caledon and Colleen & Marshall Bates of Chatham.  She will be missed by her granddaughters Stephanie and Katherine of Toronto, her sisters-in-law Dorothy DeWispelaere of Blenheim, Dorothy Rakus of Thorold and several nieces and nephews.  She is predeceased by her parents Henri & Pharailda DeWispelaere, by her brothers and sisters-in-law Lorne & Yvonne DeWispelaere, Lucien DeWispelaere and by Louis’ family Ben & Mary Rakus, Frank Rakus and Don & Beatrice Rakus. Family and friends are invited to the Blenheim Community Funeral Home on Tuesday July 12, 2016 for visitation from 2 – 4 p.m.  A private family service will be held on Wednesday.    Friends wishing to remember Irene with a memorial donation are asked to consider the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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Colleen, Rick, Thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Treasure all the wonderful memories of your mom. Lezlie Fenton Graham

Lezlie Fenton Graham // July 17, 2016

My condolences to Rick and Colleen and families on your Mom's passing. Your Mom and mine (Adela) were good friends for many years in Blenheim. I remember as kids, you and your Mom coming to our place out in the country. Your Mom was always quietly patient and thoughtful. I hope her journey was a peaceful one and on behalf of our family I wish you comfort in good memories of your Mom.

Joanne Hoppe (Vanbiesbrouck) // July 14, 2016

To Rick, Colleen and Families I had the pleasure of growing up with Irene as my neighbor. She was a great lady and she will me missed. I am sorry for your loss

Tim DeMaeyer // July 12, 2016

Irene was my next door neighbor growing up on victoria st. She always kept a beautiful garden, was very forgiving about baseballs that hit her window, and kept our secrets when we had too many kids over when our parents weren't home. I believe she always watched out for us. My condolences to her family. Rest in peace, Irene. You will always be fondly remembered.

jody lindsay(DeMaeyer) // July 12, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we understand through experience the emotions of losing a parent. Our deepest condolences Derick and Dianne goddeeris

Derick and Dianne Goddeeris // July 11, 2016

Mrs. Rakus was our neighbour on Victoria Street when I was in high school. One of the best memories I have is when my parents were away and I had some friends over. We did get a little loud and I was a bit worried. The next day, Mrs. Rakus came over and said she hoped we had a good time and not to worry, she would not tell Shari and Joe (my parents). She never complained once and she also kept her promise never to tell my parents...at least as far as I know. This is my favourite memory of Mrs. Rakus. Sorry about your loss. She was a great lady. Jenny DeMaeyer

Jenny DeMaeyer // July 11, 2016

From Lynda & Ein (friends) Colleen & family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Lynda Kalp // July 11, 2016

So sorry, we were the best of friends. (sent on behalf of BCV-R Resident)

Mavis Papps // July 11, 2016