Rachael Deal
Obituary
Rachael Marie Deal, 40, passed away peacefully Nov. 2, 2007 with her family by her side after a courageous battle with cervical cancer. Rachael was born April 24, 1967 in Tulsa, OK and lived in Midland Texas and Roswell New Mexico. The beloved daughter of Joe Deal and Mary Deal Vance, Rachael was preceded in death by her Father, Joe Deal. Rachael was a loving Mother and is survived by five "Gifts from God": Victoria and Aidan Haney and their father, Dr. Phil Haney, Rhett, Levi, and Keller Kent and their father, Kade Kent. Rachael is also survived by her family Mary Deal and Dennis Vance; Sisters: Rebecca and Steve Parkhurst, Ramona and Bill Gaddis, Ruth and Tom Perry, Robin and the late Eric Webb. Nieces and nephews: Scott and wife, Julie, Hannah and Laurel Parkhurst, Matt and Katie Gaddis, Alex, Andrea, and Wesley Perry. Rachael attended Monte Casino, and Memorial High School in Tulsa. She graduated with a BSBA, Major in Accounting, from the University of Tulsa in 1989. She was a Certified Public Accountant. In addition, Rachael was an avid horse enthusiast, and won the 1982 Division Champion Greater Oklahoma Hunter Jumper Horse Show. She was actively involved in the Horse Therapy Program for children with Cerebral Palsy in Roswell New Mexico. She was a gourmet cook and delighted family and friends with her culinary creations. Her greatest Love, besides her children and family, was her love for the Lord. Rachael was a faithful servant, and her unyielding faith during her battle with cancer was a witness to many. She was dearly loved and will be missed by all her family and friends. Private family services.
Events
Tributes & Memories
Racheal was my sister in law, and I'm so very sorry she suffered so hard from this horrible disease. I battled and won a fight with cervical cancer myself, and I'm sad Rachael couldn't be here to say the same. But God chooses the time of our departure from this Earth, and I know that she is safe in the arms of Christ and her pain is over now. And I will spend the rest of my time on this Earth loving and being there for her little boys. They may be without their mother, but they will NEVER lack for love and a solid support system...I will make absolute certain of that.
Lisa Kent
Lee and Tammy Bryant
Thinking of all of you. Our prayers go out to all of you in this time of your loss. We love each and everyone of you and will continue to pray for the family. Aunt Dean & Uncle Alfred
Dean & Alfred York
I am so sorry for your loss. I am heart broken for your family. Ruth, I love you dearly and I am praying for you and your entire family.
Kristi Allbright
Dear Mary Kathryn, Dennis,Levi, Keller, and family, As neighbours and friends we share your sadness at the passing of Rachael, nevertheless, we also rejoice with you that she is out of suffering and in the presence of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. For Levi and Keller...your mummy is in God's hands and He will keep good care of her and yourselves, you are very special too, may blessings and love pour down on you always...and may you be used as God's servants in the months and years to come. Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints...Psalm 116 v. 25 NKJV May you be comforted to know that Rachael is in our future, and one day we will all be praising God together with His angels. Meantime, we pray that the peace of God which passes all understanding, will keep you as strong shining lights during the days and months ahead. May everyone be touched by God's amazing love this Saturday, and those who have not yet put their trust in Him, be challenged and render their lives wholly to the Lord, by the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. We love you. May God's richest and choicest blessings be yours today and always....
David and Sandra Ball
Rachael and I went to Patrick Henry together and were in the same Blue Bird troop. I have many great memories of her and playing at her house and riding the bus with her. I'm so sorry for your loss. Rachael was a really great friend.
Sydney McKay Wilson
I am so sorry for your loss. Although I did not know Rachel personally, I remember the family so well from my deceased husband's business relationship with Joe and the Deal family. Inge Thomason
Inge Thomason
Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Jim and Lori Maxwell
we are all thinking of you guys. i am so sorry that you are going through this, i know she will be missed by each one of you. it is still amazing to me, so i cannot imagine your loss. i do know you would tell me that you are glad she is not suffering anymore. what a celebration they are having in heaven with uncle joe,(mammaw, eric, and my dad...and i'm sure others). god bless racheal and all of you! love, suzanne
suzanne preston
My name is Jim DuBois. My dad preached at Brookside back in the 60's. I remember times spent with the family. Our prayers are with the all the family.
Jim DuBois