Laura L. Rabe nee Apking age 93 of Crete, IL. formerly of Steger passed away October 23, 2009. Beloved wife of the Late Norvin Rabe. Loving mother of Norene (David) Mannel, Sharon (John) Kowalewski, and Dinah (Bruce) Hermann. Cherished grandmother of six, great"grandmother of Eight. Dear sister of Late Arnold Apking and Late Irene Keiser. Visitation Tuesday October 27th from 10:00 until time of service at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church (12 W. 34th PL. Steger) Interment at Skyline Memorial Park, Monee, IL. Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Homes " Steger Memorial Chapel Information 708-755-6100 or www.smitsfuneralhomes.com