A candle was lit by Queen B on January 7, 2023 11:15 PM

Message from barbara rackley

Dear big brother, I dreamt about you last night. You were coming to my home for dinner and some neighbors were waiting for.you. I miss you dearly! I am the great grandmother of two sets of twins. I know you, Joe and David are together. I can't believe I lost 3 brothers in four years. Laura is such a beautiful, business. I am so proud of her.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️Goodnite

Message from Your niece, DeShawn

My sons are growing tall like you. Wish you were here to help me and their father guide them thru this maze called life. Laura is doing very well. We miss you everyday.

Message from Barbara rackley

Hi big brother. Really miss you. It still hurts. Dad, mom and David are with you. I miss you all.

A candle was lit by Barbara rackley on October 31, 2020 9:34 PM

A candle was lit by Laura Rackley on June 11, 2020 10:04 AM

Message from Barbara rackley

Hey bro thought about you so heayly on yesterday. This is still so very hard for me. Love you so much. Happy birthday

Message from JoLinda Cogen

I hadn't heard from Luther and I tried calling. He would check in with me every now and then us being good Harlem community people and Republicans. I have his last message to me on my answering machine. I decided to google and here I see he passed away in November 2017 and it is June. So when I called in March and February he had went home to be with the Lord! Well Michael and I will miss you, your love your caring and that great deep jovial voice!

Message from Barbara rackley

It makes my heart glad to read all the condolences from my brother's friends. Thank you so much. It is still very hard for me. A void is left in our family, but you suffered long and hard. Finally our heavenly father decided you have gone through a lot and held him in his arms and said wrlcome my son. Love you Luther. Your lil sis Barbara

A candle was lit by Michael and JoLinda Cogen on June 11, 2018 1:51 PM

A candle was lit by Barbara Rackley on January 25, 2018 12:20 PM

Message from Barbara Rackley

My oldest brothers. Tears running my face. I loved you so much and admired you. When I left NY I moved.to Philadelphia I moved there because of your being there. All the visits to you when playing for the 76'ers. There so many fond memories of my big brother. I still cant believe you are really gone

Message from cw

I am sorry for your loss. Please allow God to comfort you through this painful loss through His promise to care for our dead loved ones in the resurrection at Acts 24:15. Death was not a part of God's original purpose for mankind and that is why it is so hard to deal with this kind of loss. But our loving Heavenly Father has provided a solution to all of our problems including sickness and death through His kingdom{government} in the hands of Jesus Christ our Lord real soon so that we can welcome our loved ones back in the promised resurrection to enjoy the wonderful life He purposed on a paradise earth. {Psalms 37:9-11,29}

Message from Nick Esposito, Xavier Unversity Class of '71

Luther, was a gentle giant; although he towered over everyone, he never looked down on anyone. Great smile and laugh. Good man.

Message from Sylvia Felix

Missing you like crazy today..

A candle was lit by Sylvia Felix on December 16, 2017 7:10 AM

Message from Sylvester, Jr.

RIP Cuz! Although we were not physically raised in close proximity, that close family feeling was always there. So sorry you had to leave us so soon. Transition well, and tell my DAD Sherlene and I said HI!

Message from Jim Donovan

I loved seeing Luther play from my end zone seat at Xavier's fieldhouse. He was a special player, and sounds like he was a special person, too. May he rest in peace. May

Message from Tom Gleeson

Luther was a great guy! Got to know him when I was a freshman at x and playing freshman basketball. He was such a caring person and would see him at Xavier games in NYC and he was always a present. We would speak a number times during the year and he was always keeping up with former teammates and friends from X. He will be missed!

A candle was lit by Tom Gleeson on December 11, 2017 9:27 PM

A candle was lit by Willie Rackley on December 11, 2017 12:52 AM

A candle was lit by The Ruberg family on December 10, 2017 10:48 AM

A candle was lit by John C. Williams, Uncle of Laura Rackley on December 10, 2017 12:25 AM

A candle was lit by Edward Hamann on December 9, 2017 3:41 PM

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So sorry to hear of Luther's passing. I remember the lunches and dinners we spent together at Xavier. Always was a friendly guy and to take time to spend time with me was always be remembered by me. I spent many a night in Schmidt fieldhouse watching Luther play. All who knew him lost a wonderful person. I pray he is in the loving arms of his creator waiting for us to join him in eternal happiness.

Message from Paul Titus/Xavier '71

To the Rackley family: I saw Luther play at Xavier many times...he always gave 100% and was a credit to the university and to the game. I had the pleasure of knowing Luther personally...in fact, in the late sixties I gave him a ride to Buffalo...don't know who among the family lived there then, but it was comical seeing Luther's knees in my rear view mirror...you see, the car was a VW Beetle. Poor Luther sat in the back seat...we laughed about it...Luther never complained about it...but, we did stop frequently to stretch. Anyhow, I will always have a fond spot in my heart for Luther...RIP, my friend. God bless he and his family.

A candle was lit by Courtney Adams & Family on December 5, 2017 6:49 PM

Message from Gwendolyn Black & Family

It is with deep sorrow that I learned of the passing of Luther. The last time I had the opportunity to speak and to see Luther was when he needed a few items from the store, and thankfully I was able to pick them up for him. Many times Luther and I talked on the telephone for hours with him sharing memories of his days playing basketball, traveling abroad, him escorting players internationally as well as his fond memories of his work in the "Fish That Saved Pittsburgh" (my hometown). Luther, my friend you will be missed and will forever be in my heart!! Every time I walk down 145th St, I will think of you! And although we never got the opportunity to work on that book we talked about, artistically speaking I will be sure to create something in your memory. RIP my dear friend! And may God be with his family at this time. Gwen Black, Artist/Curator

A candle was lit by Gwendolyn Black &Family on December 5, 2017 5:14 PM

Message from aliyah5now@gmail.com

Laura: my branch of the family love you very much and will miss your father. May I see him in Jerusalem someday....Please don't hesitate to continue shining his love. Call me anytime at 850-272-0229, just to talk.....Shalom. DeShawn.

Message from Doctor Wieber

DeShawn is this still your email? Please reply. Thanks.

A candle was lit by Barbara Rackley on December 4, 2017 12:57 AM

Message from Cathleen Zotto

The Zotto family is terribly sorry to learn of Luther's passing. He was a fond and lasting presence in our lives. When my brothers and sisters and I were growing up, Luther often visited and we were beyond thrilled. We all sat and stared at Luther in awe! My father was forever proud when Luther called him, which was regularly until he passed in 2011. Luther's pictures and those of his teammates on the Troy High Flying Horses still hang in our family room. Every one of my nieces and nephews are well acquainted with Luther and his many successes throughout his life. Our love and prayers are with Luther and the entire Rackley family.

Expression of Sympathy

A Sentimental Thoughts was sent on December 1, 2017

R.I.P. My cousin your pain and suffering is over. You now walk with God. We love you! From; Randolph, Irene,Derrick & Loren, Rod &Iris ,Fathiyah Shepard

A candle was lit by Suzanne (Samme) &The Darrell Family - Warwick, Bermuda on November 30, 2017 7:10 PM

Message from Suzanne (Samme) and Luther's Bermuda Family

To Dear Will and Your Grieving Family -
Our hearts are heavy knowing that one of the bright stars in our lives has left leaving a significant void here below, still,... say it isn't so. We will miss Luther's "Dancing Eyes" and smile. He made us feel so good when he visited the family on our tiny island. He made so many friends and was always a delight to have in our presence. So glad to finally meet his wonderful daughter, Laura this past spring. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you are in our prayers to be comforted by our Heavenly Father. Your have our love.

A candle was lit by Cherie Johnson Fletcher on November 29, 2017 10:06 PM

Message from Craig A Daniels

Hey Will,

Looks like a wonderful life. Glad to have known you.

Rest in peace!

Message from Barbara -Fitch Epps from Troy NY

To Will and the Rackley Family. I'm sorry for your loss. May God give you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Luther will live in the hearts of everyone who loved him and may it comfort you to know that he is at peace. RIP my dear friend.

Message from Barbara -Fitch Epps from Troy NY

To Will and the Rackley Family. I'm sorry for your loss. May God give you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Luther will live in the hearts of everyone who loved him and may it comfort you to know that he is at peace.

A candle was lit by Barbara -Fitch Epps from Troy NY on November 29, 2017 12:59 PM

A candle was lit by Tom Van Arsdale. Luther was a great guy. So Sorry on November 29, 2017 9:37 AM

A candle was lit by Barbara (Fitch) Epps from Troy, N.Y. on November 29, 2017 12:38 AM

Expression of Sympathy

An Indoor Garden Basket was ordered on November 28, 2017

A candle was lit by Bill Turner on November 28, 2017 4:24 PM

A candle was lit by Cathy Rackley Thomas. on November 28, 2017 12:40 AM

A candle was lit by tamica porter and the porter family on November 27, 2017 9:51 PM

A candle was lit by Thomasina Butler on November 27, 2017 8:04 PM

A candle was lit by Trinece Henry & Family on November 27, 2017 7:04 PM

A candle was lit by Jo Rehm on November 27, 2017 5:13 PM

A candle was lit by Jacquelyn RackleyMann on November 26, 2017 7:11 PM

Message from The Ned Family

Rest in Peace Luther the Ned Family from Troy, New York

Message from Shelby Cross

Luther is a son, father, brother, uncle, friend, and so much more. Someone to love God lends to us. Remember the good times and cherish those memories. Please accept my condolences. My prayers are with you knowing God will be with you all every step of the way. Live on in peace Brother Luther...Love, Shelby

A candle was lit by Shelby Cross on November 26, 2017 7:26 AM

Message from Dixon Family, Lisa, Cortez, & Avery

My prayer for you is that you will
find comfort throughout this difficult time. May you also know the deep sympathy and concern that is felt for you. We are deeply sorry and we are extending deep and heartfelt sympathy. We love you.

A candle was lit by Dixon Family, Lisa, Cortez and Avery on November 26, 2017 2:38 AM

Message from Sylvia Felix

Yesterday big brother I accidentally called your number and it was so surreal ;then i remembered that you are with dad now.
I miss you already and it's only been a week.'
I love you so much I pray that you knew just how much
until I see you again!
Sylvia

Message from Mildred Clark

My brother, l miss you and the bond we had when were able to spend time together...I was so proud of you and your years playing basketball and watching you playing in the movies you graced....Rest in peace my brother

Message from Scott & Family

Please accept our deepest condolences. Uncle Luther was a real OG and we're sorry to see him go. I only wish our kids had the opportunity to meet him. But, we will always keep his memory alive through all my childhood experiences that made him one of the coolest uncles I had. We'll miss you Uncle Luther and we know that now you're at peace. Please protect us from above because we know you'll be watching...

A candle was lit by Your niece and nephew Barbara and Edward on November 25, 2017 9:53 AM

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It is with deep regret that our uncle has passed and I want to wish my family to say that God is and will be your comforter just call on him. Laura I'm sorry about your loss and I will pray that God will give you the comfort you need so that these days ahead will not be so hard. I can't tell you how to do this just know God understands. Our family understand as well. God bless you and the family.

A candle was lit by Kristen Florence on November 24, 2017 11:48 AM

A candle was lit by Gwendolyn Y. Rackley on November 23, 2017 1:28 PM

A candle was lit by Laura Kathleen Rackley on November 23, 2017 1:20 PM

A candle was lit by Charmaine taylor and family on November 23, 2017 8:21 AM

A candle was lit by Destiny on November 23, 2017 12:53 AM