Rakers, Thomas W. age 88 of Pompano Beach, FL passed away on September 9, 2017. Predeceased by his wife, Joan C. Rakers, he is survived by his sons: Thomas W. (Lynda) Rakers Jr., Dennis M. (Candice) Rakers, and Timothy (Carla) Rakers; by grandchildren: Ryan Rakers, Brittany Rakers, Patrick Rakers, Evane Rakers, and Jillian Rakers; by 7 great- grandchildren and by companion, Mimi Roberts. A funeral mass is scheduled for 10:00am Friday, September 22nd at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 731 N. Ocean Blvd., Pompano Beach with entombment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, North Lauderdale. Arrangements were made by: Kraeer Funeral Home, 200 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062. Phone: 954-941-4111