Carole Raquet
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Carole Lea Raquet (nee Vitale) on June 9, 2025, at the age of 71.
Carole, often referred to as Moose by family and friends, was born on Jan. 17, 1954, in Cleveland, to Fred and Ann (nee Marsik) Vitale.
She will be deeply missed by her daughters, Elizabeth (Jason) Valvoda, Kristina Raquet; and her two grandchildren, Kyle and Harlee Valvoda.
She was a cherished sister of Mary Grayce Vitale (deceased), Sam Vitale (deceased), Rose Ann Gazda (nee Vitale) and Donna Mae Vitale. She is also survived by her former husband and dear friend Dale Raquet; as well as many nephews and nieces.
Carole was a graduate of Berkshire High School and studied at Kent State University.
She had a love for horses, operating Bridle Trail Farm with her husband, Dale, for 12 years.
She was very involved in the Geauga County 4-H program with her daughters and was on the Geauga County Mounted Unit in the late ‘90s.
Riding her Harley and doing charity bike runs for veterans was her greatest passion. She also enjoyed going to parks, gardening, weekly visits to the library, bringing treats to the dog warden and, of course, her Guido’s Pizza!
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Carole’s name to either the Geauga County Dog Warden or Rescue Village.
A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
