John T. Raker

John T. Raker obituary, De Soto, MO

John T. Raker

John Raker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, Inc. - De Soto on Aug. 28, 2025.

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John Taylor Raker was born October 24, 1958 in Crystal City, MO. He was the the son of J.D. "Jake" and Norma L. (nee Evans) Raker. He died on August 28, 2025 in Festus, MO at the age of 66 years. He is survived by his wife, Laurie A. Raker, St. Louis, MO and one brother, Lindsey Raker, Festus, MO and many friends and relatives both old and young. John was retired and currently an ice cream vendor in the Festus/Crystal City area. He was a Christian devoted to his faith and known for caring and helping others. He will be remembered for his open heart and generous spirit. As an expression of sympathy memorials can be made to Compassionate International, 12290 Voyager Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80921 or the Humane Society of Missouri, 1201 Macklind Dr., St. Louis, MO 63111.

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John Raker my brother-in-law was one of the most caring and giving people I've ever met he loved helping the homeless or anyone in need and he had a soft spot for animals he had a huge heart you'll be missed John Love you

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