Albert Rachide Obituary

Albert Paul Rachide, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend to many, passed away peacefully at home on Sept. 20, 2012. He was 87 years old.

Albert was born in New Bern, attended UNC School of Pharmacy, served in the U.S. Navy for two years and then married his sweetheart, Shirley Johnson. They shared 63 wonderful years of marriage. Together they owned and operated New River Pharmacy for 26 years.

Mr. Rachide touched so many lives. He was instrumental in the development of Jacksonville and also enjoyed doing volunteer work. He led his life with patience, faith and, above all, a strong sense of personal integrity. He stressed the importance of tolerance for and love of all people. He was genuinely kind and known as a fair and generous employer.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Johnson Rachide; four children, Beverly Rachide of Tequesta, Fla., Albert J. Rachide and wife, Susan of Pink Hill, John Rachide of Bradenton, Fla. and Jean Rachide of Jacksonville; five grandchildren, Mary, Stephen, Charley, Casey and Ellie; one step grandchild, Gracie; five great-grandchildren, Jayden, Isaac, Kadin, Eve and Ethan; daughter-in-laws, Margie Ringler Rachide of Kinston and Cathy Bulla Rachide of Greensboro; sister, Bernadette Ellis of Jackson, Mich.; sister-in-laws, Marie Rachide of Knoxville, Tenn., Dorothy Clasby of Miami, Fla., Glenda Medder of Greensboro, Carole Murray of Evansville, Ind.; brother-in law, Victor Bellamah of Beaufort; and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of Albert Rachide to Onslow County Home Health and Hospice, 4024 Richlands Hwy, Jacksonville, NC 28540.

Family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25 at Jones Funeral Home, 303 Chaney Ave., Jacksonville, NC 28540. Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. and burial will follow at Onslow Memorial Park.

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Published by Jacksonville Daily News from Sep. 23 to Sep. 26, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Albert Rachide

14 Entries

Cindy Ream

October 3, 2012

I am sorry for your loss. He helped so many through the years ...he will be missed by all. May His loved ones rejoice knowing he was such a kind person .

Valerie Jordan

September 28, 2012

Is it not heartwarming to comtemplate our heavenly fahters love for us when we read about the wonderful future that he has in store for our loved ones who have died. (John 11:35,36,41-44)

September 28, 2012

I Love Mr. Rachide. The Most wonderful, kind soul you'd ever meet. I will miss seeing him. Family and friends Find Peace and comfort knowing he is Closer to God than we are and you will see him soon. God Bless!! Love and Hugs to all..faith

September 26, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mr. Rachide gave me my first real job in 1973 and I found him to be the most genorous and kind man.

Richard Hawley

September 26, 2012

Jean,
Sue Ellen and I are very sorry for your loss. Mr. Rachide was a good friend of my father, Charles Hawley, and he was always very nice to me. We will keep you in our prayers.

Richard and Sue Ellen Hawley

Dave Wrenn

September 25, 2012

My Mom "Betty Wrenn" worked at New River Pharmacy. He was so kind to my whole family. I pray for the Rachide Family in this time of sorrow.

September 25, 2012

Jean,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nancy B.

Suzette Brown Taylor

September 24, 2012

I worked for Mr. Rachide at the New River Pharmacy when I was in high school and during the summer when I was in college. What a wonderful boss and friend. My sincere sympathy to your family. He will be missed.

Betsy Walton-Frazier

September 24, 2012

Mrs. Rachide and family,

Mr. Rachide was a wonderful man and boss. He gave me my first job at the pharmacy back in 1977. I had the most respect for him. I am sorry for your loss. The angels are singing in heaven to have him.

September 24, 2012

Jean,

So sorry to hear about your father, take care and God Bless you and your family. Sincerely, Rebecca Wells Gurganus

Brenda Jones

September 23, 2012

Both my sister and I worked for Mr. Rachide when in high school and both he and his wife were wonderful, kind people who cared for their community.
wish we could be there with you in this time of sorrow Elberta//Brenda Bynum

September 23, 2012

I worked for your father at the drug store as a teanager many many years ago. I can just hear he & Dr. Piver laughing! What a wonderful and kind man!

Marguerie Brown

September 23, 2012

The Brown family has known and respected Mr. Rachide and his family for many decades. Our sincerest condolences.

John Marshall

September 23, 2012

On behalf of my Mother, Kathleen Marshall of Jacksonville and myself, our warmest thoughts and sympathies to the family. Mr. Rachide was always a wonderful man to us.

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