Michael "Bubba" Rakowitz

Michael "Bubba" Rakowitz obituary, San Antonio, TX

Michael "Bubba" Rakowitz

Michael Rakowitz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by MeadowLawn Funeral Home, Crematory and Cemetery on Dec. 16, 2023.
Michael "Bubba" Rakowitz passed away Friday December 15, 2023 at the age of 24 surrounded by family and friends. He was born on April 7, 1999 in San Antonio, TX. to Jacque Lynn and Michael Rakowitz.
Over the years Michael had several nicknames; Big Hoss, Big Country, Rak but most affectionately known as Bubba.
Bubba was larger than life with a big heart, infectious laugh and great sense of humor. He enjoyed working outdoors doing landscaping. A yard to Bubba was his canvas and the job he did was his art. Bubba also loved playing with his nephews Isaiah and Elijah. Bubba enjoyed going to Cowboys Dancehall and Tejas Rodeo with friends. He was so loved by his friends and they brought him so much joy and happiness.
Michael is preceded in death by his Mother Jacque Neil Rakowitz; Momo Patsy Neil; Papa Jack Neil; Nana Iris Neil; Grandfather Gus Rakowitz; Grandmother Elizabeth Rakowitz and several Aunts and Uncles.
Michael leaves behind to cherish his memory his father, Michael Rakowitz; sister Sabrina Espinoza and her husband Eric Espinoza, nephews Isaiah and Elijah Espinoza; numerous Aunts, Uncles, cousins, friends and his special godmother Marjorie Steinhofer.
Bubba will be missed but never forgotten.

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