Charles D. Rakers's obituary , Passed away on January 26, 2026 in Burns Harbor, Indiana

Charles D. Rakers

November 7, 1950 - January 26, 2026 (75 years old)

Burns Harbor, Indiana

Charles D. Rakers's obituary , Passed away on January 26, 2026 in Burns Harbor, Indiana

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Charles D. Rakers

November 7, 1950 - January 26, 2026 (75 years old)

Burns Harbor, Indiana

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Charles D. Rakers Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Charles D. Rakers of Burns Harbor, Indiana, who passed away on January 26, 2026, at the age of 75, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Charles D. Rakers to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles M. Rakers and Helen Doran Rakers; and his brother Timothy Rakers. He is survived by: his wife Debra Rakers; his children, Kelsey Rakers (Jeffrey Wenzel) of Valparaiso and Casey Rakers of Burns Harbor; his grandchildren, Rupert, Harrison and Zoe Wenzel; and his siblings, Wayne Rakers (Bette) of Peoria and Deb Rakers (Mark Reopelle) of Eugene, Oregon..

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in memory of Chuck Rakers to Marian Central Catholic High School for tuition assistance. Donations may be made online (https://e.givesmart.com) or by mail to Marian Central Catholic High School, 1001 McHenry Avenue, Woodstock, IL 60098.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Turnbull Funeral Homes



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Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
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2401 N Broad St, Galesburg, IL 61401

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Jan 30

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Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
2401 N Broad St, Galesburg, IL 61401

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