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John David Rakes

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John David Rakes "John John", 48, of Fayetteville passed away Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville. He was born July 16, 1967 in Bentonville, Ark. to William Larry Rakes and Virginia Louise Elmore. John was truly one of a kind. He had a vivacious personality and his laughter was infectious. Anyone who had the pleasure of meeting him will attest to his kind heart and generous soul. John's love for his friends and family was bar to none. He was preceded in death by his father in 2011 and his grandparents. John is survived by his mother, Virginia Elmore of Fayetteville; his sister, Kelli Collins of Fayetteville; two nieces, Hillary Easley & Isabel Collins, one nephew, Cody Collins and many wonderful friends. A celebration of his life will be announced at a later date. In memory of John, memorial donations may be made to Hope Cancer Resources, an organization that was dear to his heart. Arrangements have been entrusted to Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services of Rogers. Words of comfort or memories may be shared at stockdalefuneral.com.

Published September 27, 2015

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