Annette Julia Rakes
January 1, 2021
Annette Julia Rakes, 84, of Emmaus, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 at home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Lawrence Rakes. Born in Beckley, WV, she was the daughter of the late George and Ennis (Cochran) Joyce. She had a great love for her family. She enjoyed being a homemaker, cooking for her family and she will be especially remembered for her macaroni salad. She was a member of Brookside Community Church, Macungie. Survivors: sons Darrell and his wife Deborah of Harpers Ferry, WV, Mark and his wife Mary of Shenandoah Junction, WV; daughters Donna, wife of Bob Gremmel of East Greenville, Windy. Wife of Eugene Miller of Emmaus, Lisa, wife of David Lindstrom of Emmaus, 19 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son Monte Allen, sisters Elaine Croft and Patricia Reel. Private services will be held at her church.
Annette Julia Rakes, 84, of Emmaus, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 at home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Lawrence Rakes. Born in Beckley, WV, she was the daughter of the late George and Ennis (Cochran) Joyce.... View Obituary & Service Information