Rachel Hanenkrat Obituary

Rachel R. Hanenkrat MANSON - Rachel Rowley "Doll" Hanenkrat, 86, went to be with the Lord Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009, in a Portsmouth hospital. Born Jan. 27, 1923, in Union Level, Va., she was preceded in death by her parents, George "Willie" and Effie Rowley; her loving husband of 57 years, James F. Hanenkrat; four brothers; and three sisters. Rachel was a member of Bethesda Baptist Church in Boydton, Va., and up until recently she was an avid bowler. Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Judy Cahoon; a brother, B. Kent Rowley and wife Marlyn Jean; a granddaughter, Kelly M. Cahoon; her granddaughter and caretaker, Carrie L. Cahoon; one great- grandchild, Lauren M. Vosquez; a special nephew, B.K. Rowley Jr.; and a host of other nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. A memorial service and burial of her cremains in the Bethesda Baptist Church Cemetery will be held at a later date. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling the cremation for the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bethesda Baptist Church, 1614 Buggs Island Road, Boydton, VA 23917. www. SturtevantFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 29, 2009.

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Lisa Rowley

December 1, 2009

Dear Judy, I'm so sorry to learn of Aunt Doll's death. She was always so full of life that somehow I thought she would keep on going (and bowling!) forever. I have so many pleasant memories of our times at the Rowley farm. Also, didn't Grandma Effie and her children love to play bridge?! At least we know they have several foursomes, playing bridge in Heaven. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you during this difficult time. Mama also sends her heartfelt condolences on your loss. With much love - Lisa J. Rowley

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