Birth date: Jul 23, 1927 Death date: Jul 26, 2013
Lavern Joseph Rakosky, age 86, of Spring Lake passed away Friday, July 26, 2013, at a local hospital. He was born July 23, 1927, in Muskegon to Steven and Mary (Patulski) Rakosky, and he married the former Arnell Nedervelt on Apri Read Obituary
Dear family -- I worked with Vern for many Years at NOCH (and also your mother). Both were a delight. Vern was always in an upbeat mood and almost always wore a smile. I have not seen him recently but every once in a while (especially if I'm near Pentwater) I have wondered how he was doing. My thoughts and prayer are with you all.
Blessings,
Marilyn Buikema RN, BSN
So sorry to hear about Ben. He was always fun to be around. My condolences to the family. He was a good guy.
Jim Garzelloni
Vern was always out to make you smile. He would come to the Spring Lake McDonald's and lovingly give us all a hard time. Loved to see him walk in the door. Vern, you are deeply missed.
Dear friends, Ron and I were sorry to see that Vern had passed. It has been a long time ago that we spent time out at your place and the fun times. We all now have so many great memories.
God Bless,
Ron & Julie Handlogten
Vern was a very sweet man. He had a huge heart and a huge personality. He was a favorite at Spring Lake McDoanlds. Always made me smile and cheer up my mood there. He will be greatly missed and my heart and prayers go out to his loved ones.
Vern was a very nice man and a great friend. One of my very favorite regulars at Spring Lake McDonalds. My heart goes out to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. I worked with Vern at NOCH and he made me feel welcome my first day 26 year ago, and we quickly became friends. We worked on the Hospital float for Coast Guard many years. I loved his sense of humor and his casino stories and wished i had been able to go with him.
Rest in Peace Vern. Barb Ambrose
My condolences to Vern's family. i worked with him @ NOCH back many years ago. he was great to work with. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. sharon starkey whisenhunt
Sorry to hear of Vern's passing. He was one of the best, if not the best boss I have ever had. So many great memories working with him. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Sue Collins
We were so sad to hear of Vern's passing. My wife and I had such great memories working with Vern and Neil at NOCH. They were a classy couple back. I remember when the days when Vern and I worked together on the ambulance service. Vern filled many hats over the years at NOCH prior to his retirement. He will be missed by his family and lots of friends. RIP Vern
