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Robert Rakevich Obituary
Bob was born on November 7, 1936 in Aberdeen, WA to Nick and Viola Rakevich. He passed away on April 4, 2011. He will be missed by many and especially by his wife of 51 years Phyllis, his two children Barbara Greatwood and John Rakevich and brother Fred Rakevich.
Bob was talented in a variety of careers including radar technician in the Air Force, an Electronics Engineer for Boeing and a private company that contracted to naval bases, owner of a Montgomery Ward store in Elma, home builder, helped start Elma Citizens Bank and stock broker/financial advisor prior to retiring in 2001. He was also on the Elma Town Council. Bob was an avid bridge player with over 5000 points. He and Phyllis were able to travel on many cruises with "free passage" as Phyllis taught bridge on board. "Free" was a favorite word for Bob. There will be a small private gathering for friends and family to celebrate the life of Bob Rakevich.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Rakevich
April 11, 2011
Dear Phyllis,
What sad news. I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I shall keep you in my prayers. Know he was admired by all in our bridge family and will be missed.
God bless you and yours,
Hilde
Alex Rajala
April 10, 2011
Bob had a great sense of humor. He tried to keep the bridge game relaxed and friendly. He was one of the first to welcome me to bridge. My partners and I looked forward to seeing him and to competing. He tried to steer me right: he advised Dave and I to give up experimenting with Precision and concentrate on mainstream bridge as it is played around here. No doubt he was right. I appreciated that he cared enough to help me. I'll miss Bob.
Dub & Judi Hamilton
April 8, 2011
Phyliss, We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing and deeply regret that we did not get to see him again before you left. We will miss his "animated" political discussions and his expertise in all things political! He was a great friend and will be greatly missed. Be sure to keep in touch when you come back to Yuma.
Ann Marie Coates
April 7, 2011
We were saddened to hear of Bob's passing. We last spent a pleasant afternoon with him at Uncle George's 90th birthday. We enjoyed hearing his stories of the places he and Phyllis had traveled to on their many trips and cruises. We were sorry that his last year was a difficult one. We know that he will be deeply missed and we are keeping Phyliss, Barbara, John and their families in our prayers.
April 7, 2011
Bob was a wonderful man, making everyone around him feel enthusiastically welcomed. I feel honored to have met him, and my heart goes out to all his dearest ones who love him deeply.
Vicki Chambers
April 7, 2011
Everyone in the Lough, Chambers families loved Bob. We were glad to see him recently in Vancouver. Our love to Phyllis, Barbara and John and their families.
Marion Smith
April 6, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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