Daniel R. "Danny" Rakes Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on December 14, 2025 in New Albany, Indiana

Daniel R. "Danny" Rakes Sr.

April 22, 1938 - December 14, 2025 (87 years old)

New Albany, Indiana

Daniel R. "Danny" Rakes Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on December 14, 2025 in New Albany, Indiana
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Daniel R. "Danny" Rakes Sr.

April 22, 1938 - December 14, 2025 (87 years old)

New Albany, Indiana

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Daniel R. Rakes Sr. Obituary

We bid farewell to Daniel R. Rakes Sr. of New Albany, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 14, 2025 at the age of 87. Daniel touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Daniel R. Rakes Sr. to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alvin Rakes and Beulah Rakes (Nance); his children, Janet Sue Rakes and Daniel R. Rakes II; and his siblings, Margaret "Maggie" Shuppert, James Rakes Sr. and Gary Rakes.

He is survived by: his wife Kay Rakes; his daughter Karen Tweedy (Phillip); his grandchildren, Tabitha Nalley (Kameron), Katie Hite (Phillip), Kevin Tweedy (Tabby), Daniel Rakes III (Brentlee), Erin Tweedy (Brice) and Lacy Hay (Andy); and his siblings, Caroline Akers, Marcella Adamo, Tina Ricketts and Delbert Rakes. He is also survived by nine great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren.

Contributions in his memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or any other related organizations.



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Dec 22

Visitation

Kraft Funeral Service
2776 Charlestown Rd, New Albany, IN 47150

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Dec 23

Visitation

Kraft Funeral Service
2776 Charlestown Rd, New Albany, IN 47150

Tue

Dec 23

Funeral service

Kraft Funeral Service
2776 Charlestown Rd, New Albany, IN 47150

Tue

Dec 23

Entombment

Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park
2776 Charlestown Rd, New Albany, IN 47150

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