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Rakia Tiare Houston

Aug 31, 1975 – Aug 18, 2020

Service Details

FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2020

VISITATION: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

HOMEGOING SERVICE: 12:00 p.m.

DRAEGER-LANGENDORF FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY

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RACINE – Rakia T. Houston was born on August 31, 1975 to Carolyn Houston and William A. Smith in Racine, Wisconsin. Rakia received her formal education at Washington Park High School.

Rakia was employed by Denny’s and Qdoba in Seattle, Washington until she was unable to do so. She was a loyal and faithful friend to the Racine, California, and Seattle community, well loved and respected by all who crossed her path. In her leisure time she loved watching movies with her grandsons, writing letters to incarcerated friends and family, spending time with her loving friends, and playing games on her phone.

Rakia departed this life on August 18, 2020. She leaves to cherish her memory: her children Donterrious Bell and Anai’ja Mackey; her parents Carolyn Houston and William (Patricia)Smith; grandchildren; Michael Mackey, Lashawn Mackey, and Sa’Nylah Bell; brothers, Jarriel Barry (Racine) Nicholas Ashford (Milwaukee) William Smith Jr (Milwaukee); sisters; Jazmine Wilson (Racine) Telicia Wonder, Nikka Huffman (Milwaukee), Sonya and Lashay Smith (Milwaukee); special cousins Rhonda Price, JaVonna Lue, Torrey Eggerson, Jimmy McWhorter, Tankia Thompson, Shemekia Curtis, Lionedra Foster, and Sophia Foster; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; especially her Midtown family who loved her dearly. Rakia was preceded in death by: grandmothers; Louis Houston and Martha Smith, brother; Derrick Ashford, 3 aunts, and 4 uncles.

Family and friends are invited to meet at the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Friday, August 28, 2020 for a visitation and viewing at 11:00 a.m. The celebration of her life and Homegoing service will follow at 12:00 p.m.

Guestbook Entries

  2. Lionedra Foster says

    You’re the piece to my broken puzzle Life will never be the Same Sister I miss you

  3. Anonymous says

    My prayers and condolences to the Family in your time of bereavement. May God continue to Bless you in the days to come. 🙏🏽🙏🏽

  9. Brenda petty says

    IM STILL AT A LOSS FOR WORDS YOU WERE A REMARKABLE YOUNG LADY AND IM YOUR GONNA BE MISSED REST IN PEACE FROM

    BRENDA.PETTY
    C’LEVRT (SEDRIC)

  11. Monika Driver says

    In peace You Rest Rakia Houston #Fatty. 💞💞 Prayers of Strength and Comfort to You family❤ you will be truly Missed.

  12. Natalie Nunn says

    Phatty you definitely left your imprint on us all. You were a blessing to have and will be missed.

  16. Shaakira (Cok) says

    Phatty you were truly one of a kind you will be missed by many Rest Peacefully Angel

  17. Shaakira (Cok) says

    Phatty you were truly one of a kind you will be missed by many Rest Peacefully Angel

  18. Chantile D White- Hamm says

    Your love for everyone was truly amazing… Your life is one that will forever speak volumes… Your presence will surely be missed… I love you my friend… My heart is really broken in a million pieces… Rest easy my love… I can only imagine your welcoming in to the gates… Until we meet again… I love you so very much Phatty…

  20. Jeff Martin says

    I’m still speechless but I was glad to be a part of your life and thanks for always reminding me of your appreciation. You will surely be missed but no more suffering…rest on.
    Love you “uncle” Jeff

  21. Lisa gary says

    So sorry for your loss she will always be in our prayers rih fatty love u forever the berryhills.

  22. Tim Goss says

    Rest In Heaven Phatty you were a Sister to me without being blood related you will live in forever

  23. Angela&Andre Simpson says

    Sweet person known you since high school and nice person will be miss from Angela & Andre Simpson

  24. C says

    I met you in a very tough spot in my life. I’ll always remember your kindness towards me. You never judged me , you always was positive and kept a smile on everyone face. You will be remembered and miss. I love you dearly.

  29. LaVaughn DeLaCruz says

    I will cherish every moment we had together my sister. We been together since the 80’s nothing but ❤️ for you baby…
    Rest on Phatty til I see you again my Sister

  31. Renisha Williams Murillo says

    Your spirit will always be one of a kind ! Your smile and laughter made you stand out I remember growing up and going to school together and you were always a different breed of person . Your presence in this earth is already felt to anyone who ever encountered you . Rest in GODS presence your seeds have been sown . My prayers to your family and all your loved ones .

  32. Rina Lambert says

    Deepest Sympathies to the children and entire family of Rakia. To learn of her passing was so hurtful…the good really seem to go home first —stay strong all! R

  34. Anonymous says

    Deepest sympathy to the family and loved ones of this beautiful soul. You will be missed.

  37. Marilyn Williams Pearson n family says

    Too Carolyn ‘s family and the Riley’s family love y’all I remember Fatty when she was young going up in the neighborhood I will keep y’all lifted up in Prayer

  38. Denise Bond says

    My prayers to the family didn’t know her that well but I do remember seeing her back when we lived on12th street, may she rest in eternal peace

  39. Jamillah says

    Rip Rikia I will miss seeing you around , your we’re such a wonderful person . And so sweet.

  40. CARMEN PHILLIPS AND FAMILY🙏😢❤ says

    PRAYERS FROM YOUR 6 STREET FAMILY YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED❤🙏😢

  41. Althena Green says

    Rest In Heaven Phatty you will be missed, you will forever be in our hearts Love you 💜💜

  44. Edward Alexis says

    Eddie G going to miss you phatty. May God bless your beautiful soul. Until we meet again Rest in Paradise!

  46. Edward Alexis says

    Eddie G is going to miss you Phatty thanks for your calls and you telling me you proud of me and you love me. I’m truly going to miss you . Until we meet again rest in paradise 😪❤️💯🔯

  48. Leewauna Epps says

    In peace u rest my friend and may your walk with God be all your heart desires😭😇💜

  49. Mar Mar says

    Phat Phat you was always a positive happy person the room,crowd lights up when you enter I know for a fact you smiling at all dis love here for you…Phat phat you definitely gone be missed by lots but you’re in no more pain you got your wings fly high (BAE)..love you forever always😓

  50. Tankia "Tan Tan " says

    My phatty girl I hear your voice often I will keep you in my heart infinity!
    Your heart was of gold! I love you cuz

  53. Nikki I Grandy says

    Never met a person with such a Big Heart.. who showed True Loyalty.. To know you was to Love you.. My last time seeing you said I just Love You and I know it was Real.. I responded Love You more… You will be missed PHATTY!!!! Praying for the Family.. Midtown

  54. Kenneth Stanley and family says

    To Carolyn and family, you have our deepest sympathy and prayers in the loss of your love one. 🙏🙏.

  56. V.barrios says

    A kind soul high spirits & her laugh just priceless 🙏prayers for the family. Love you girl R.i.h 💕

  61. Felicia E. says

    Heaven has truly gained another Angel…. Rest in Heaven Phatty…..you will truly be missed. Prayers to the family.

  62. Ruby2times says

    We love and going to miss you so much … watch over everybody till we meet again Phatty ….
    Love you

  63. Ruby2times The Billups’ says

    We love and going to miss you so much … watch over everybody till we meet again Phatty ….
    Love you

  66. Tina Campbell from Vegas says

    I will always love you Phatty thank you for teaching us what a real friend is..

    Rest Easy

  67. Tina Campbell from Vegas says

    I will always love you Phatty thank you for teaching us what a real friend is.. I don’t cry because your gone I cry because Im jealous you got called home b4 me.. God needed your help up there. So you had to go.. Find Brian daughter so she don’t feel lonely she’s only 8.
    We will morn you til we join you…

    Rest Easy My friend

  68. Liz Overstreet- Holloway says

    I am honored, that I knew you. Your smile and joy, is unmatched.
    You and BO, can catch up now.

  70. Aimee Reed says

    Phatty girl,I miss you, rest in peace. When I think about you I remember always having fun.

  71. Anonymous says

    Dearest Family & Friends Of Rakia T. Houston,
    It’s With Our Deepest Condolences That We Offer Up Our Prayers For Your Lovely Rakia!!!

    We Want Y’all To Know How Elated We Are To Have Made Her Wonderful Acquaintance…

    We’ll Always Remember The Last Interaction With Her, In Front Of Our Home 🏡 Where She Joyfully Volunteered To Take Our Family Photo!!!

    It Was A Bright Sun 😎Shinning Day… With Lots Of Laughter & Fun, And She Was Striving To Get The Perfect Picture! 😃

    Our Grandson, Isaiah Of Arizona Texted A Recall Of Her Comforting Him At His Grandma Joyce’s Funeral This Year As Well…

    We’re Definitely Thankful For Her Awesome Generosity, Care, And Concerns For Our Family And We Wholeheartedly Appreciate Her Kindness As A Great Friend!!!

    May There Be Many Joy Filled Memories Of All Of Our Interactions With RAKIA Tiare Houston Until We All Meet Again…

    These And All Of Our Blessings To Y’all In This Time Of Sorrows, May God Carry Us Through This Very Difficult Time And Into A Hopeful & Loving 🥰 Future!!!
    Thanks Kindly 🙏 ☮️ 🤗

    With God’s Grace & Mercy…
    Cordially,

    Jon & Belinda Cronin & Family
    RACINE, WI

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October 22, 2015

We want to thank Mike for the kindness and special attention he gave us for our mother. Marcella Conley. He came in the middle of the night himself to pick her up and take her to the funeral home. For the things that had to be taken care of, he told us not to worry; that it would be taken care of by him. Thank you also Mike for singing at her funeral, especially her favorite song, Amazing Grace. Thank you and all of your staff at Draeger-Langendorf.

Joan Schrader and family

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