of West Memphis, AR
February 22, 2015
Jackie Lynn Rakestraw, 65, of West Memphis, AR passed away on February 22, 2015.
She is survived by: her sister, Mayme McElrath of Crawfordsville; her brothers, Tommy Rakestraw of Marion and John Scott of Pikeville, KY; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Jackie, my friend and classmate, after graduation we went our separate ways and never saw each other again. But I remember you as a sweet friend who was kind and friendly toward all. I am so saddened by your leaving this earth at what seems to your classmates as way too soon. But we will meet again for a glorious reunion one day.
To Jackie's family: Our classmates were saddened to hear this news. We share in your grief and we're praying for your comfort as you go through this time. May God's love, grace, and peace comfort you and His strength hold you up in the days, weeks, and months ahead.
In Christian love,
Sherry Allen Ferguson
Jackie, you were such a good friend in school. Even though years have gone by, my class friends are still missed when they are gone. See you again someday. Sharon Garey, Marion Spartans- -Class of '67
Mayme & Angie,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You're in my prayers.
Mayme; When I was a young girl I lived close to your family . I actually lived on Avalon. I remember all of being together that was in the late 60's, I just wanted to say how sorry it has made me to know you lost your sister. I will pray for all of you.
God id with you all!!
So sorry to hear of your lost, I work out of the Child Support office in Forrest City. The lost of your sister is a great lost for the Child support of State of AR. My Prayers are that GOD give you all the strength and Peace that only HE can give.
To Jackie's Family ~ I was shocked and so very saddened when I learned of Jackie's passing. She and I were friends from the 1980's when she joined my Adjustment's Unit on Democrat Road. We worked the Zoo together many times, had lots of fun eating out and hitting the movies together with other IRS buddies. I can't think of anyone with a kinder heart. Jackie, I'll miss you and just knowing that you were right there over the river. RIP
Mayme, I am so very sorry to hear of Jackie's passing. Please know that I will be remembering you and the family in my prayers. If I can do anything, please don't hesitate to ask.
Mayme and family - so sorry to hear of your sister's passing. Thinking of you and praying for you always.
My hear hearts aches for your family. I know how much she loved her family and how she was loved by her co-workers. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss her greatly. I love you all.
Mayme & Angie my heart hurts for you and I pray God will comfort you and your family. Jackie loved her family and shared many fun times you all had together. I loved Jackie she was a dear precious friend and she had such a tender heart and I will miss her so much.
She was a childhood playmate.
Memories.
Mayme and family I am so sorry to see you have lost your sister. I am sure you have so many memories to hold on to and smile every time you think of her. My prayers go out to you. Look to The Lord for He is your comforter at All times.
Love in Christ,
Linda Williams
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with each one of you.
Words can't express how I'm feeling, just thinking you was not coming to work today due to weather but once I heard the news it broke my heart into pieces. No matter what you were a friend and you will be missed dearly.
Love you and R.I.P.
I love you and will miss you always....