Francis J. Rachocki

Francis J. Rachocki, 89, of Derry Township, died Sunday, March 15, 2026, peacefully at his home, as he went to be with the Lord. He was born April 24, 1936, in Latrobe, a son of the late Sofia (McLaughlin) Rachocki. He served in the Reserves as a sergeant. Francis was employed by Toyad, Derry Borough Water Authority, and Torrance State Hospital, where he retired as the lead electrician. He took pride in being in the Boy Scouts of America for over 70 years, for which he was well known. He belonged to First United Methodist Church in Derry. Francis enjoyed going to minor league baseball games. In his early years, he enjoyed going for long drives and traveling with his wife. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Doretha M. (Pritts) Rachocki; one infant son, Francis; one infant daughter, Bonnie; and two brothers, Royal Ferry Sr. and Joseph Rachock. Francis is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Janice Rachocki; his children, David A. Rachocki (Laura) of Blairsville, Frances "Frannie" M. Savage (Chris DiSabato) of Derry, Charles D. Rachocki (Rhonda) of Fayette City, and Brian W. Rachocki (Kristin) of FL; stepdaughter, Karen Baughman (Todd) of Latrobe and Janice Downs (Elliot) of Greensburg; grandchildren, David Rachocki (Michelle), Amanda Nemeth (Anders), Samantha Wortman (Michael), Alex Rachocki, Caleb Rachocki, Madison Downs, Gabrille Downs, Ethan Baughman, and Ryan Baughman; great-grandchildren, Gunnar, Axel, Sigrid, Austin, and Leah; and also several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. All services for Francis are private for the family. The family has entrusted the funeral arrangements with the MATTHEW X. MERLIN FUNERAL HOME INC., 529 N. Chestnut St., Derry, 724-694-8331. The family would like to give special thanks to Redstone Hospice. online condolences may be made at www.merlinfuneralhome.com.