Irene L. (Orchard) Rabel Obituary
We announce the death of Irene L. (Orchard) Rabel in Spokane, Washington, who passed away on September 1, 2026, at the age of 97. Irene will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Irene L. (Orchard) Rabel to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frederick Orchard and Katherine Orchard; her husband George; her son Dick; her daughter-in-law Mimi; and her siblings, Leo, Gregory, Franklin, George, Harry, James, Ray, Collette, Mary, Katherine and Rose.
She is survived by: her children, Mike (PJ Rabel), Don (Dortha Rabel), Jeff (Treya Rabel) and Janet (Don Workman); and her sister Beatrice. She is also survived by her 15 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchild.
A memorial service was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Hennessey Funeral Home (2203 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99207). Visitation was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Holy Cross Cemetery (7200 N Wall St, Spokane, WA 99208).
