Erin Marie Kreutziger (Rafferty), 62 of Olathe, Kansas passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her life, Raymond (Ray), three sons and loving family members by her side on October 14th, 2025.
Erin Marie was born on February 7th, 1963 in Merriam, Kansas to Edwin and Elizabeth Rafferty. She was the “middle child” of six siblings. Erin attended Cure' of Ars' Catholic Grade School and graduated from Bishop Miege High School where she was involved with the Choir and musicals. Her younger summer days were filled with swim team, playing with neighbors, and enjoying time at Round Hill Pool. Erin's greatest joy was being a wife and mother. Erin did not know a stranger. Her beautiful smile, infectious laugh and incredible humor was a part of her daily life.
Her family shared that “Mom” was lighthearted, full of joy, witty and funny which came naturally to her. She always put others needs above her own and made sure everyone was happy and well taken care of. She had so much love to give. Dad and us boys were the center of her world, and she let us know every day. She was a “one of a kind” soul, and we were beyond blessed to have her in our lives. Her passing leaves a void that can never be filled.
Erin is preceded in death by her father Edwin L. Rafferty Sr, in-laws, John W. and Rosemarie Kreutizger. She is survived by her loving husband Raymond (Ray), her sons Joseph (Christine), Eddie, Jack (Mariah), Mother, Elizabeth Rafferty, siblings, Patricia Miller (Mike), Ed Rafferty (Brenda), Maureen Rosenstein (Michael), Donna Beal (David), Kathy Pikus (Frank) and Mary Rafferty and many loving nieces and nephews and extended family who will miss her dearly.
Memorial services to be held on Friday, October 17th, 2025, 2:00pm at Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, KS 66215. Visitation to follow service.