BORN
1937
DIED
2022
Larry Rake Obituary
Larry was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was retired U S Army Reserve Command Sergeant Major and also retired from the laborers union and Greenless Construction Company. He was a valued member of Souls Harbor Church.
On August 2, 1955, he married Dolores (Gumm) Rake who preceded him in death and is survived by five daughters and one son; Sherry (Bruce) Abbott of Marietta, Dianna Wharton, of Marietta, Brenda (Dan) Turner of Marietta, Susie Rake of Marietta, Danny (Pam) Rake of New Matamoras and Beckey Rake, of Marietta,; 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, George Rake of Marietta.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Dolores Rake.
The family will greet friends on Thursday, 29 September from 2 to 4 and 6 to McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home followed by a private graveside service. Messages of condolences can be sent to www.Lankfordfh.com.
In lieu-of flowers, donations can be made to Glenwood Community Endowment (donations payable to United Church Home, reference Glenwood Community Endowment in honor of Larry Rake)
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Karin Kiggans
September 23, 2024
I first saw Larry in 1948 when I was a baby and Larry was 11 ! Larry is my first cousin. His mom was my Aunt Ruth. I miss him...he was so fun
Karin Kiggans
October 3, 2022
Sure am going to miss you dear cousin. Have so many great memories from many years ago. We always said see you here, there or in the air...now definitely in the air !! Love you always...Karin
Dallas G. Gumm
September 29, 2022
I wish only the best for all of the family. Uncle Larry will be missed. I will always cherish the many times our families were together and the fun we all had.
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