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Heather Rakar Obituary

Heather Marie Rakar, 39, entered into rest peacefully at home, Monday, Sept. 6, 2021. Heather did not let her cardiac problems hold her back as she enjoyed life, the time she spent with her loving family and her employment as a credentialist. She is survived by her loving husband George E. Rakar III; her daughters, Veronica and Genevieve "Gigi"; her parents, Renee Lambert, John and Jean Schrier Janiec; and her brothers, Sean Janiec and John Janiec III. She is also survived by her parents-in law, George Rakar Jr. and Debra Bezak Rakar; and she will certainly be missed by Veronica Bezak (her beloved Aunt Bunny). Visitation with the family will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, at the JOHN D. O'CONNOR AND SON FUNERAL HOME INC., 5106 Second Ave., 15207, 412-521-8116, Patrick Vereb, supervisor, FD. Donations are being accepted on a Facebook Go Fund Page to assist the family with expenses: Family of Heather Rakar, www.gofundme.com/f/family-of-heather-rakar.

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Published by Triblive Online Only on Sep. 9, 2021.

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Laura Mulligan

September 11, 2021

Our deepest condolences to the Rakar family. I have remembered my times with Heather a lot this past week. She will be deeply missed.

Sonja Leight

September 10, 2021

I send my sincerest condolences. Heather and I worked together at UPMC, we were hired at the same time and continued to keep in touch. She was truly a wonderful caring person and I will truly miss her upbeat and positive attitude.

Kimberly Glinka

September 10, 2021

I am so very sorry for your loss. I work with Veronica in school at speech. Heather was always so wonderful to work with. Veronica is a special little girl! Continued thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

barbara rakar

September 9, 2021

So sorry to hear of the loss of Heather. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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