Louise C. Rawls

August 31, 1945 - December 20, 2020

Louise C. Rawls, 75, went to be with the Lord on December 20, 2020. Louise was born to the late Phillip and Mary Costello on August 31, 1945.

Born in Philly. Bachelors and Masters from ODU. Flight attendant at Piedmont Airlines for 14 years then became a teacher which was her true love. Dedicated teacher who always made the extra effort. Her passions were traveling, her Irish Heritage, collecting antiques, animals, music from the 60s, sewing, gardening. Devout Catholic with St. Stephens Martyr and St. Bedes.

Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband of over 30 years, Merrill Reid Rawls; children, Adam Rawls & wife Denise and Erin Rawls; grandson, Mason Rawls; sister, Marianne Buck; many more extended family members and friends.

Services will be held privately due to the pandemic.

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Adam posted on 8/31/21

Happy Birthday Mom miss you!

Teresa & David Crawford posted on 1/10/21

Dear Reid and Family, We are very sorry to hear of louise's death. May she rest in peace.Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. We hope to see you again in Drumboe . Kindest Regards, Teresa & David Crawford

Philomena Doherty posted on 1/5/21

Reid , we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Louise....Our deepest sympathy to all the family. May her gentle soul rest in peace Brian and Phil Doherty Drumboe Upper

Philomena Doherty posted on 1/5/21

Reid, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Louise. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.May her gentle soul rest in peace Brian and Phil Doherty Drumboe Upper.

Brandon Sawyer posted on 12/31/20

We are so sorry to hear the news of Louise passing, our sincere condolences to you Reid and all of your extended family. You both were great neighbors. Brandon, Peggy, and Caleb Sawyer

Amy Austin posted on 12/30/20

Lifting prayers for Adam and Denise during this difficult time. Losing a parent is horrible! May God be with you all! Always in my heart, thoughts, and prayers! ❤️

Bridget Gallagher posted on 12/29/20

Reid and family it is with great sadness Tony, myself and family are sending you our deepest sympathy at the passing of Louise, may she Rest in Peace. Reid you were such a devoted and attentive husband. Louise was so blessed and she knew that too. God Bless you at this very sad and difficult time. We will keep you in our prayers. Take care of yourself Reid. Tony, Bridget and family. X

Lorna McCready posted on 12/29/20

Thinking of you Reid at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincere sympathy to you and the family circle - from George & Lorna in Donegal.

Stanley posted on 12/28/20

Offering our sincere condolences to all within the Rawls family circle, our thoughts and prayers are with Reid at this sad time. We will miss her coming over here to Ireland. Rest in Peace Louise

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