Lorraine Rakowski

Lorraine Rakowski obituary

Lorraine Rakowski

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Lorraine Rakowski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Giancola Funeral & Cremation on Aug. 14, 2025.

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Upcoming Events

Aug

21

Visitation

10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Francisican Village St. Francis of Assisi Chapel

1270 Village Dr., Lemont, IL 60439

Send Flowers

Aug

21

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Franciscian Village St. Francis of Assisi Chapel

1270 Village Dr., Lemont, IL 60439

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Giancola Funeral & Cremation

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.