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Pete Rakay Obituary
A Celebration of Life for Pete Rakay will be held Sunday, September 14th, from 1 pm to 4pm at Amber Rose Restaurant, main level, 1400 Valley Street, Dayton, OH 45404. To share photos or written remembrances for a tribute album or reel, or if you would like to be added to the list of speakers, please send an email to [email protected]. For those wishing to share stories and memories, remarks will begin at 2 pm.
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Memories and Condolences
for Pete Rakay
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Lorraine Russell
August 28, 2025
Sending my deepest condolences to Julie, Laura, and Susan. Remembering your Dad´s big smile, and each of you from our Irish dancing days.
Gary J. Leppla
August 27, 2025
Pete was a friend to all, a role model for younger lawyers, and a very cherished member of the Dayton legal community. You could look up to him, and you could count on him. He made lawyers younger that him feel validated, and his approach to the practice of law was something to be imitated. Frankly, in my experience there was no one else like him that I can think of, as a unique combination of friendliness and kindness to colleagues coupled with intensity in his practice and knowledge of the law. And of course there was his great sense of humor. It was a privilege to know Pete, and it is a very sad day. Our best to his friends and family. We are better people for having known and interacted with Pete.
barron farrier
August 26, 2025
thoughts, prayers and condolencens for his family--blessings for his soul
Michael Seaman
August 26, 2025
My wife & I met Pete at Vandalia pickleball. We became friends immediately, as Pete & I knew lots of the same people. I loved my chats with Pete, he was always a funny & kind guy. I will miss Pete, he had so much to offer to friends everywhere. Our condolences to Pete´s family.
Debbie L Sovonick
August 25, 2025
I was so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. I started working for Pete in the 1970's and continued until he retired. He sure was one of a kind. I have so many "Pete" stories I wouldn't even know where to begin! To his family, my sincere condolences; I wish you peace and comfort during this time.
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