Walter Rakuc Obituary
The world bids farewell to Walter Rakuc of Rockford, Illinois, departing on March 27, 2026 at the age of 93. Walter leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Walter Rakuc to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Peter Rakuc and Helena Rakuc (Kot); his son Thomas Rakuc; his son-in-law Michael Spickler; his brother Nick Rakuc (Olga); and his brothers-in-law, William Johnson, Victor Lukaszewicz and Ronald Fox.
He is survived by: his stepmother Jadwiga Rakuc; his wife Lidia; his children, Linda Spickler and Jim Rakuc (Corinne); his grandchildren, Stephanie Gambino (Michael), Alec Spickler, James Rakuc (Kassie), Ashley Rakuc (Tucker Mathias), Ciara Cacciatore (Jared) and Chelsea Breiby (Nate); his great grandchildren, Jacob Rakuc, Nash, Marcella "Mara" Cacciatore, Elliette, Cal Breiby and Gambino; his sister Mary Anna Johnson; his sisters-in-law, Olga Lukaszewicz and Vera Fox; Lynn Rakuc. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, Northern Illinois Hospice Foundation, or to a veteran organization of your choice.
