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Luther Rackley Sr.

Luther Rackley Memoriam

RACKLEY Tribute To Luther Rackley, Sr. Pops, we honor and thank you on Father's Day. We have grown as you would have wanted and have children who admire and emulate your special ways : Always be caring and concerned about your neighbors- especially the children, the elderly and the less fortunate. You would be happy to know that your favorite 1965 T.H.S. Basketball Team is being honored and you need to find "Rosey". We all miss your loving guidance. With Love and Admiration Willie & Samme, Billy, Joey, Luther, Jr., Joe, and all Our Brothers and Sisters

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Published by troyrecord.com on Jun. 19, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Luther Rackley

Sponsored by willie rackley ,son,[email protected].

19 Entries

Mildred Clark

January 21, 2025

Dad...I didn't know this was here.....your second daughter,and caregiver...loved you

barbara rackley

October 16, 2018

Hi daddy. Mom passed going your way. We lay her body to rest on Wednesday afternoon. Miss you daddy and love you.

Daisey cantey

September 22, 2018

dear family going through the name of Luther Rackley I came across this page we are family and would love to connect with you all. I lived in New York for over 40 years did not know about my dad side of the family (Rackleys) until recentlysince this page is open I would aappreciate connecting you or some family may contact me through [email protected] thank you I am sorry about your loss. Looking forward to hearing from you all God bless.

Sylvia Felix

June 29, 2018

Well Dad I guess you have your son with you now..I miss you both so much!! Daddy we just closed on our house you would love it..I miss not having you to talk too..every daughter needs their daddy!!
Until I see you again love ya!!

September 17, 2017

Daddy I should have written this 2 days ago, which was your birthday. Words cannot explain how much I miss you. Your wisdom, your sense of humor and you just being you. I am going through a lot now and you were always my confidant. I will try to do better and write in this book at least on father's day and your birthday. Love, Love!!!!

barbara rackley

April 12, 2017

Hello daddy. It's time for me to talk with you again. I have been very ill. Arthritis all over my body. My fingers, wrists, both shoulders, both knees, neck, lower and upper back. I can't talk freely to anyone, but you Ace. I knew you loved me and I can still feel your presence. Lori has a little Tevy. She is so adorable. I will talk to you again soon.

Sylvia Felix

June 20, 2016

Miss u daddy

September 14, 2015

Happy birthday daddy. September 15th will always be a special day for me. that was the day grandma delivered you into this world. Love you eternally. Your daughter, Queen B.

October 9, 2012

My Grandfather was by far the Best Grandfather, of all my Days. I miss you Sir, I sure do. I love this man so much and I am so thankful to say that I am apart of the Rackley Clan... Love you Granddad.

Theodore R. Judkins, Jr. (Oldest Grandson)

Sandy Schlager

July 18, 2012

Luther, Tom and I were so sorry to hear that you lost your father. I know you thought the world of him. We first heard it was you, and are glad to know that the reports in Cincinnati of your passing were mistaken. Tom and I certainly hope you are well . Sandy Schlager

June 25, 2011

Luther Rackley,Sr was the greatest grandfather of all time. I will forever continue living my life based on the structure and wisdom he has instilled in me from my youth. Even though he never disciplined me in a physical manner his WORD was enough to even make me straighten out. Granddad I will forever remember how you drove us back and forth to Philadelphia to visit our mom. Even my father had great respect for Luther,Sr. All he had to do is call and my DAD's response would ok boys get ready your grandfather is on his way. Granddad I love you dearly and to this day share the sermons and wisdom you gave me to your great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. So in your words granddad "Big Head" is holding it down finally, (TEARS) miss and love you immensely...

Luther Rackley, Jr.

June 25, 2011

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Sherry Nobles-White

June 25, 2011

Thanks Uncle Will for your on-going memory of Granddaddy. Red is what he called me, his little peep squeak (smile). I love and miss him so much. Luther Rackley, Sr. your love lives on through your offspring’s and their offspring’s and our offspring’s...The Rack Pack is holding it down in the USA, LOL. You are missed!

Lorraine Bedford

June 25, 2011

Missing you granddaddy....although our time was short it seemed like a life time spent together! i love you and your memory will always live on thru me and thru the family....Racks for LIFE!!!!

Barbara Rackley

June 25, 2011

Oh Dad. I miss you every day. I am still guiding by some of the wisdom you inspired in us growing up. You are a great legend, and I hope Troy,New York remembers just how much you done to make it a better city. Love, missing you and sometimes laughing at the jokes you used to tell. Barbara

June 21, 2011

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Maggie Flynn-Smith

June 20, 2011

I was so sorry to see your piece for your father! I did not know that he had gone. He lit up the floor at THS and with the entire team made us proud to be from Troy High,when that wasn't considered something to be proud of!
Mary Flynn (Maggie Smith)
THS class of 67

Ron Cameron

June 20, 2011

May God bless and keep you.
Best wishes to the family.

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