Obituaries
Raquel “Rachel” Vazquez, 74
February 18, 2025
Raquel “Rachel” Vazquez, age 74, of Lancaster, PA, passed on February 18, 2025. She was born in Santa Isabel, PR to Antonio Vazquez & Antonia Borges-Vega.
Raquel was a longtime parishioner of New Creation United Methodist Church where she dedicated over 35 years and volunteered many hours. Raquel’s beautiful smile, loving demeanor, and generous heart attracted many to know and love her. Her world revolved around her family and she took every opportunity to bring them together through her cooking. She catered her cooking to her guests and they never left hungry.
Many remember her dedicated years owning J&R Communication on King St., working over 15 years for UGI, and Yellow Freight Trucking Corp. Raquel also enjoyed volunteering for the Latino community as a disc jockey and for cultural events.
Raquel is survived by her partner Angel Medina, her children, Roger Colon, husband of Kelly of MD, and Kristi Colon of Lancaster, grandchildren, Josh Gavin, Zach Colon, Nicky Colon, Arianna Colon, and Kai Colon Johnson, step children, J.M. Lopez, Ernesto Lopez, and Abraham Medina Brucelaz, her siblings, Judith Ramos (Juan), Enid Vazquez-Pereira (Angel), and Terry Heagy (Tina), as well as a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in passing by her parents, husband, Juan Lopez, and brother, Tony Heagy (Eleanor).
The family will receive guests at a viewing at the Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home & Crematory, 2421 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA 17584, on Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 1-3 PM. The funeral service will follow at 3 PM. Burial service will be held on Monday, February 24, 2025, at 10 AM, Conestoga Memorial Park, 95 Second Lock Road, Lancaster, PA 17603. contributions in Raquel’s name may be made to New Creation UMC, 10 W. Farnum Street, Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Condolences to the Family
March 15, 2025
Sending our condolences to the family during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.
Deepest sympathy,
Keesha Bair-Myers and Ty Myers
March 10, 2025
My deepest sympathy for your great loss of your Mother Kristi . She was such another momma to us we all loved💌
May her memory be eternal 🔥Always
Dianna Antes
February 28, 2025
Condolences to you and your Family.
Rhonda daniels
February 24, 2025
So sorry to read this aside was going through face book. My deepest condolences to the family. The Vasquez family is my family. Sorry I wasn’t there to show comfort
Marzella Underwood
February 24, 2025
I went to school with both Rachel and Judy and had home room and classes with both. We were childhood friends. Loved to hang out at their home after school to the point they had to tell me to go home and not come back so much.
My condolences to all her family. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Renee Griffin Hammond
February 23, 2025
mi más sentido pésame para toda la familia.
Wanda Torres
February 23, 2025
My deepest condolences to the entire family and prayers for peace and strength.
Rosita Oliveras (Sanchez)
February 23, 2025
“Descansarás, pero al fin de los días te levantarás para recibir tu parte” (Daniel 12:13) Jehová Dios promete que todos los que están en las tumbas resucitarán, volverán a vivir. Podremos ver de nuevo a nuestros seres amados y volver a abrazarlos. Extrañaremos a Raquel. Besos y abrazos a la familia. Daniel y Karim
February 22, 2025
Our hearts go out to all of Rachel’s beloved family during this incredibly difficult time. Please take comfort in the beautiful memories you shared with her, and in knowing how deeply she loved you all. Her legacy of love, family, and warmth will continue to live on through each of you. May God grant you strength and peace as you navigate this profound loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Con mucho amor y cariño,
Monica & Steve Vargas
February 22, 2025
my condolence go out to the family of Kristi and Roger. sorry for the loss of your mother love Devone wilson
February 22, 2025
My dear friend Rachel so sorry to hear of your sudden passing, but I know our God has called you to his presence, you will be greatly missed. My condolences to the entire family. Sandra and Jesse Davila
February 22, 2025
Nuestra condolencia a la familia y seres queridos con mucho amor. De parte de Rafael marifinga y Eneida. 🥰🙏❤️
February 22, 2025
We are deeply saddened upon the untimely passing of Rachael. As we know her as a person with a great heart. Always smiling and keeping herself busy in church affairs. We know she will be greatly missed by everyone. May she rest in eternal peace. Our condolences to her family and friends. Robert and Olga Diaz
February 22, 2025
Un hasta luego a nuestra querida y gran amiga Raquel,siempre te recordaremos, tus amigos de siempre,Arismendy y Ramonita
February 22, 2025
We’re truly sorry for your loss Rachel will be truly missed
🙏🏽🖤 our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Nilsa Pabon
February 22, 2025
I remember when they first opened the store on King, she gave me so much advice and actually was pivotal in me wanting to know more about technology. She was always nice and hype at the same time. My condolences go out to the family and friends of this lovely woman.
Leon Robinson
February 22, 2025
So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for the family. May she RIP🙏
Magda Negron
February 21, 2025
Doña Raquel will forever has a special place in my heart as she treated my son as her own grandchild. Her loving heart and giving spirit will always be cherished! My love and condolences go out to Kristi, Kai, and the family! I love you all dearly and send my deepest condolences!
Jassinya Alvarado + Mason Miller
February 21, 2025
It is with a sad heart that I offer condolences to the entire Vazquez family from the Hernandez family. My sisters Beatrice, Loida, Sylvia, Alice they all became like sisters with Judy, Rachael and Enid. May God comfort you all during this time and may His angels surround you all with His peace. With Love, Esther, Hip, and brothers Raymond, Elliott and Moises.
February 21, 2025
Dear Roger, Kelly, Kristi and Colon family, our fervent prayers and heartfelt condolences are lifted for all of you in the sudden loss of your beautiful Mom. Raquel was an anointed woman of God, who blessed a multitude with her loving, giving heart. Now God has her in His loving arms in heavenly peace. 🙏🏽 ❤️
Veonne Bright
February 21, 2025
We are so sad to hear about Rachel’s death! She worked with my husband at UGI and with me at SDOL! Very good friend with a beautiful smile and great heart! Rest in peace dear Rachel!
Love, Louis and Ada Lopez
February 21, 2025
Dear Christy my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. May God comfort you and keep you may he bless you with all of his love in your time of grief. 🙏🏽❤️
Alisa Rodriguez
February 21, 2025
Rachel, we love you so much. You have been family and friend for all my life. You are an aunt to my children and grandchildren. You will truly be missed and the countless things that you’ve done for others will never be forgotten. Give a hug to Flaco, Nitza and other live ones. Now sleep in peace till we meet again. Rosa y familia 🙏🏼❤️🪽
February 21, 2025
To the entire Family My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Condolences to each and everyone of you. You are all in my Prayers
Susie Lugo
February 21, 2025
Mi mas sentido pesame para toda la familia.
Junior Ortiz y Angelica Rivera
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- 2421 Willow Street Pike
- Willow Street, PA 17584
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