John Edwin Rahija's obituary , Passed away on September 25, 2025 in Independence, Missouri

John Edwin Rahija

September 10, 1972 - September 25, 2025 (53 years old)

Independence, Missouri

John Edwin Rahija's obituary , Passed away on September 25, 2025 in Independence, Missouri

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Speaks Family Legacy Chapels

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John Edwin Rahija

September 10, 1972 - September 25, 2025 (53 years old)

Independence, Missouri

John Edwin Rahija Obituary

We bid farewell to John Edwin Rahija (Independence, Missouri), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 25, 2025 at the age of 53. John Edwin touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Rahija Sr. and Mary Rahija (Rhea). He is survived by: his wife Joyce Rahija; his sons, Matthew and Connor; his siblings, Joseph Rahija and Mary Rahija; his siblings-in-law, Shannon Merkel, Tom Misiorowski Jr. and Crystal Misiorowski; his father-in-law Tom Misiorowski Sr.; his aunt Shirley Kellett; and his pets, Maggie, Margo, Dolly and Abigail. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society - Colon Cancer Research To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of John Edwin Rahija, please visit our.

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Tue

Sep 30

Visitation

Speaks Suburban Chapel
18020 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64055

Wed

Oct 01

Mass

St. Mark Catholic Church
3736 S Lee's Summit Rd, Independence, MO 64055

Wed

Oct 01

Mass

Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery
12600 Parallel Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66109

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