Joe Arthur Rackley Sr.

Odem – Joe Arthur Rackley, Sr. passed away November 24, 2022. He was 96.

Joe was born April 26, 1926 to Chester Arthur and Etta Parlee (Holland) Rackley. He was a resident of Odem, Texas and a native of South Texas. Joe was a World War II veteran in the United States Army and was also a retired Rancher-foreman. He was a beloved father, grandfather and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his ex-wife: Ann Elizabeth Rackley; sister: Melba Elaine “Sister” Rackley Shaw; brother in law: Capt. John Moore Shaw, USN retired; parents: Chester and Etta Rackley.

Survivors include his sons: Joe Arthur Rackley, Jr. (Judy) from Converse, Texas, Rickey Ray Rackley (Becky) from Odem, Texas, Chester William Rackley (Kathy) from San Antonio, Texas, Jeffery Alan Rackley (Ellen Vega) from Corpus Christi, Texas; 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will begin Friday, December 9, 2022, 9:00 AM Resthaven Funeral Home Chapel, Sinton. The Funeral Service will be held Friday, December 9, 2022, 10:00 AM at Resthaven Funeral Home Chapel, Sinton. A Graveside Service will follow at 2:00 PM, at the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery.

Guestbook available online at www.resthavenfunerals.com

Arrangements and care entrusted to Resthaven Funeral Home, Sinton.

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