Bobbie Jean Raibert

Bobbie Jean Raibert obituary

Bobbie Jean Raibert

Bobbie Raibert Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home - East Louisville on Sep. 24, 2025.

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Bobbie J. Raibert, 90, of Louisville, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at Baptist Health Louisville.

She was born October 17, 1934, in Louisville, one of four children born to Robert H. Raibert and Lucille Schaeffer Raibert. Her sisters, Etta Nelsen and Jennie Staugas preceded her in death.

Bobbie was a long-time member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church where she was also a member of the Holy Spirit singers. She was also a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. Bobbie was a graduate of Ursuline Academy and retired from AT&T Co. (Bellsouth) after 40 years of service and Holy Spirit Church after 17 years.

She is survived by her brother, Deacon Joseph A. Raibert (Cissy); several nieces and nephews, Suze, John and Janice Staugas; Sally Metcalf; Kathy Jaeger; Bob Raibert and several great nieces and nephews.

Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Holy Spirit, 3345 Lexington Road with burial to follow in Cave Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at the church.

In keeping with Bobbie's dedication to her church, please consider a memorial contribution to Holy Spirit in her name.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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