Vera Ellen Raby Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Vera Ellen Raby of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, who passed away on May 19, 2025 at the age of 83. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Lawrence Lee Raby; her parents, Edward Brockhurst and Elizabeth Brockhurst (Shoulders); and her siblings, Raymond, John Brockhurst and Peggy Smith.
She is survived by: her children, Deborah Spagnolo (David), John Raby (Stacie), Le'Ann Raby (Tom Sheppard), Eileen Smith (Russell) and Bernard Raby; her grandchildren, Daniele Mangrove, Kaitlan (Tim Perry), Samantha (Wiggy Kirk), Taylor Raby, Nicolas Raby (Alexandria) and Connor Smith; her great grandchildren, Ben and Jake; and her brother David Brockhurst.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to: ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to any organization which benefits veterans.
