John/Dad passed away Sunday afternoon at 4:34 p.m. He had a very peaceful transition from this world to the next, surrounded by family. Your ongoing support, love, positive vibes, and energy wrapped around him, as well as the rest of us throughout this journey.
As we joked and laughed between crying and weeping in his room, we realized that he has left us with a legacy of love, family and humour. He leaves a big empty space, but also gave us the tools to manage it – “One piece at a time, and do it together as family.”
Love to you all,
Barb, Carrie, Anson, Kristy, Amanda and families
John Raymond Racher, 74 years, of Petrolia passed at C.E.E. Hospital, Petrolia, on Sunday, December 18, 2022. For 49 years he was the inseparable husband, co-adventurer, and entertainer to Barb (nee Duquette). He was the proud father of Carrie and Ken Bulgin, Anson and Nicole Racher, Kristy and Greg Layne, Amanda Racher and a loving grandpa to Emma, Dahlia, Russell, Mason, Paisley, Colby, Piper, Owen, and Jillian. John was the son of the late Stan and Shirley Racher and is the brother of Pat and Norm Triest, Jim and Audree Racher, Connie McCallum, Barbara Douglas, and Randy and Lori Racher. He will also be missed by his brother and sister-in-laws Anne Marie and Randy Houdyshell, Carol and John Ruth, Michael and Judy Duquette, Judy and Derek Kerrigan-Dick, and David and Melissa Duquette.
The unconditional love and care he gave to his family was extended to his farm, friends, and community. His dedication to St. Paul’s United Church, Petrolia & Enniskillen Agricultural Society, and Lambton Cattlemen’s Association will be missed and felt by many.
Visitors will be received on Thursday, December 22, 2022 from 2 to 6 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, 4169 Petrolia Line, Petrolia where a memorial service will be held on Friday, December 23, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. Masking is preferred in the church. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Myeloma Canada (www.myeloma.ca) or Lambton Cattlemen’s Association Scholarship Fund.
Thank you to everyone for your support and love – His life was part of a story that began before he was here and will continue on as long as there are those who can share memories of him.
October 10 1948 December 18 2022
Nous offrons nos plus sincères condoléances à la famille et aux amis de John Racher October 10 1948 December 18 2022 et espérons que leur souvenir pourra être une source de réconfort pendant cette période difficile. Vos pensées et vos mots aimables sont grandement appréciés.
Décès pour la Ville:Petrolia, Province: Ontario