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Rae Sharon Herbst lost her battle with cancer on March 26, 2026 at the age of 82.
She was married to the late Leroy Herbst of Williamsburg, Ohio for 25 years. She leaves behind her beloved partner and devoted caretaker, Jerome Lerner of Louisville, Kentucky.
She is preceded in death by her sister, Fayne Stetler, brother in law, Dan Smith, and step-son Eddie Herbst.
She is survived by her step-children, Theresa Herbst, Nancy (Scott McNairy, MD) Herbst, Lee Anne (Jay) Finke, grandchildren, Ellie and Joe McNairy, numerous nieces and nephews, her best friend for over 70 years, Peggy L. Chandler, and Jerome’s daughter and granddaughter, Michele and Sydney Meyers.
Rae taught English for 30 years in various schools in the area. After retirement, she volunteered as a CASA for Pro Kids and as a Program Chair for the Northern Kentucky African American Heritage Task Force. She dearly loved her pet dogs and deeply mourned their loss.
Rae enjoyed the theatre, concerts, ballets, and reading.
Memorials can be sent to the Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) at 85 Lucy Run Road, Amelia, Ohio 45102.
Rae’s cremated remains will be buried with her family at Highland Cemetery. A graveside service will be held at Highland on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm in the Chapel. Family and friends are asked to meet at the main entrance gate or park near the chapel.
Highland Cemetery
2167 Dixie HwyFt. Mitchell KY 41017
Phone: 859-331-3220
***HIGHLAND CEMETERY CHAPEL***
Highland Cemetery
Address: 2167 Dixie Hwy Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017Rae Sharon Herbst
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She was very loved.
I heard many loving things about Rae from her stepdaughters. She meant a great deal to them. They loved her very much. I only met her once very briefly at the theater. I could tell she had a warm heart which showed through her big smile. My sincere condolences to her family.
Rae Herbst
Rae was my sister in law she always sent us a card and a telephone call on our anniversary. She was a loving and caring lady. We will miss her dearly. Bob & Janet Herbst
Rae Herbst
Rae was such a sweet lady and lovely neighbor. I will miss not seeing her across the street. Rest in Peace Rae. God Bless. The Nortons
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