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▰ Harvey Lee Rau

Died June 14, … More Information
Harvey Lee Rau, born June 14, 1930 entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 14, 2016 in Oceanside, California. Harvey was 86.
Family members and close friends: , Kevin Judkins, Elan Mcmahan, Catherine Ellis Rau Sakry, Jenny Rau Gagliardi, David Littell, Beth Davis ( Rau ), Jerry Polyascko, Fred Snedeker

▰ Gustave Adolph Rau

Died June 26, … More Information
Gustave Adolph Rau, born January 9, 1899 passed from this world into the next June 26, 1950 in Whittier, California. GUSTAVE was 51.

▰ Gustave Herman Rau

Died May 25, … More Information
Gustave Herman Rau, born July 10, 1864 departed this life Sunday May 25, 1945 in Whittier, California. GUSTAVE was 80.

▰ Gretchen Rau

Died April 10, … More Information
Gretchen Rau, of Los Angeles, California, passed away peacefully April 10, 2006. Gretchen was 66.
Obituary published: April 11, 2006 in "ShermanHD (TX)"

▰ Gerda Rau

Died June 01, … More Information
Gerda Rau, age 84 of California, went to be with her Lord and Savior June 1, 2000.
Obituary published: June 02, 2000 in "SF Chronicle"

▰ Gerda Rau

Died June 01, … More Information
Gerda Rau, of California, entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 1, 2000. Gerda was 84.
Obituary published: June 02, 2000 in "Contra Costa"

▰ Geoffrey Rau

Died December 02, … More Information
Geoffrey Rau, of Mountain View, California, departed this life Sunday December 2, 2008. Geoffrey was 29.
Obituary published: December 03, 2008 in "Los Altos TC"

▰ Fred Rau

Died November 22, … More Information
Fred Rau passed away November 22, 2000 in Wilton, California.
Obituary published: November 23, 2000 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Fred Rau

Died November 21, … More Information
Fred Rau passed away November 21, 2000 in Wilton, California.
Obituary published: November 22, 2000 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Fred Rau

Died November 14, … More Information
Fred Rau, age 91 of California, passed from this life on November 14, 2005.
Obituary published: November 15, 2005 in "Contra Costa"

▰ Eugene Frederick Rau

Died August 26, … More Information
Eugene Frederick Rau, of California, born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, passed away peacefully August 26, 1998.
Obituary published: August 27, 1998 in "NC Times"

▰ Emma Rau

Died June 10, … More Information
Emma Rau, of Elk Grove, California, died on June 10, 1979. Emma was 74.
Obituary published: June 11, 1979 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Emma Lou Rau

Died May 26, … More Information
Emma Lou Rau, born May 13, 1881 entered the Kingdom of Heaven May 26, 1957 in Whittier, California. EMMA was 76.

▰ Edward Rau

Died April 13, … More Information
Edward Rau died unexpectedly on April 13, 1997 at the age of 92 in Sacramento, California.
Obituary published: April 14, 1997 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Edward Rau

Died April 12, … More Information
Edward Rau, age 92 of Sacramento, California, entered eternal life April 12, 1997.
Obituary published: April 13, 1997 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Edna Frieda (Rutschke) Rau

Died July 19, … More Information
Edna Frieda (Rutschke) Rau, of California, born in Zeeland, North Dakota, entered Heaven's gates on July 19, 2005. Edna was 88.
Obituary published: July 20, 2005 in "Lodi S"

▰ Douglas Arthur Rau

Died September 21, … More Information
Douglas Arthur Rau, of California, born in Indiana, passed from this life on September 21, 1999. Douglas was 57.
Obituary published: September 22, 1999 in "San Diego U-T"

▰ Doris Anne Rau

Died July 13, … More Information
Doris Anne Rau, born March 22, 1931 passed from this life on July 13, 2018 in Whittier, California. Doris was 87.

▰ Donald Edward Rau

Died October 16, … More Information
Donald Edward Rau, of California, born in Baraboo, Wisconsin, passed from this life on October 16, 2015. Donald was 86.
Obituary published: October 17, 2015 in "Monterey Herald"

▰ Donald Edward Rau

Died October 10, … More Information
Donald Edward Rau, born April 3, 1929 entered into eternal rest October 10, 2015 in Wisconsin, California. Donald was 86. Tags: #Devils #Baraboo #Sauk #Wisconsin #Evangelical #Church #School #South #Lodge #Devil #Lake #Army #United #Infantry #Lightning #Japan #Badger #Works #Foreign #Clerk #Consulate #Dhaka #Bangladesh #University #Florida #Bachelor #Arts #International #Martha #Officer #Colombo #Lanka #Chennai #India #Berne #Switzerland #Kathmandu #Nepal #Hong #Canberra #Australia #Salinas #California #Gail #Racherbaumer #Jeffrey #Dorothy #Katherine #Jackson #Lynn #Robert #John #Marilyn #Harold #Hospice #Central #Adriana #American #Prevention #Cruelty #Animals
Obituary: Donald Edward Rau, aged 86, passed away at home on , 10, 2015 surrounded by love.

Don was born on 3, 1929 to Marguerite and John Rau. Just as his mother had been before him, he was born on his grandparents farm near Devils Lake in Baraboo, Sauk , Wisconsin.

He was baptized and then later confirmed at St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church in Baraboo. He attended St. John's School from first through eighth grades. He graduated from Baraboo High School in 1946. Don was employed during the summers of 1943 through 1946 at the South Shore Lodge at Devil's Lake.

With his father's written permission (as he was underage), he enlisted in the Army of the United States in 1946. He served in I of the 27th Infantry Regiment (nicknamed the "Wolfhounds") of the 25th Infantry Division ("Tropic Lightning"), which included a tour of duty in Japan. He was honorably discharged in 1948.

Don worked as an administrative assistant to the commanding officer and the administrative officer at Badger Ordnance Works in Baraboo before joining the Foreign Service where he represented the U.S. as the Clerk of the Consulate in Dhaka, Bangladesh. He temporarily resigned from the Foreign Service in order to enroll at the University of Florida where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations in 1958. In 1957, he proposed to his girlfriend, Martha Gibbons, also of Baraboo, whom he'd met the old fashioned way (in a bar), and the two were married on 8, 1957, at St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church in Baraboo. graduation Don rejoined the Foreign Service and as a 32-year Foreign Service Officer, Don represented the U.S. overseas in Colombo, Sri Lanka; Chennai, India; Berne, Switzerland; Kathmandu, Nepal; Hong Kong; and Canberra, Australia.

Don retired with Martha to Salinas, California where Don enjoyed traveling, drinking cheap coffee, and writing essays and true tales.

Survivors include his wife, Martha of Salinas, California; children, Gail (William) Racherbaumer and Jeffrey (Laura) Rau; siblings, Dorothy Pfhistner and Katherine Totsie Jackson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Lynn Rau; and siblings, Robert Bud Rau, John Jack Rau, Marilyn Cady, and Harold Butch (Judy) Rau.

The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the Hospice of the Central Coast, his wonderful caregivers, and especially Adriana who brought much joy into his life.

In lieu of flowers, Don would have preferred donations to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) or the Hospice of the Central Coast at CHOMP.

Services will be held at St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church in Baraboo, Wisconsin.

▰ Donald Jay Rau

Died February 28, … More Information
Donald Jay Rau, born May 17, 1956 entered eternal life February 28, 1977 in Whittier, California. DONALD was 20.

▰ Donald Edward Rau

Died October 10, … More Information
Donald Edward Rau, born April 3, 1929 entered the Kingdom of Heaven October 10, 2015 in Pacific Grove, California. Donald was 86.
Family members and close friends: , Clif C, Cindy Mangelsdorf

▰ Donald Rau

Died May 14, … More Information
Donald Rau, of California, born in Wisconsin, passed from this world into the next May 14, 2016. Donald was 83.
Obituary published: May 15, 2016 in "San Diego U-T"

▰ Curtis Frederick "Curt" Rau

Died January 09, … More Information
Curtis Frederick "Curt" Rau, of California, born in Oregon, died on January 9, 2009. Curtis was 72.
Obituary published: January 10, 2009 in "Sierra Star"

▰ Clayton "Denny" Rau

Died October 14, … More Information
Clayton "Denny" Rau, of California, born in Brainerd, Minnesota, left hisearthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home October 14, 2003. Clayton was 71.
Obituary published: October 15, 2003 in "TriCity Herald (WA)"

▰ Christopher Edward Rau

Died January 04, … More Information
Christopher Edward Rau, born August 14, 1950 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord January 4, 2021 in Encinitas, California. Christopher was 70.
Family members and close friends: , Michael Jensen, Mark Leonard, Katie Avril, Mark Valenti, Jason Lee, Marcie Douglas, Rebecca Grenn, Janice Herzog, Kimberly Villani, Paul Bissell, Bibin Kumar

▰ Christine Sue Rau

Died July 27, … More Information
Christine Sue Rau, born May 29, 1940 passed from this life on July 27, 2015 in Anaheim, California. Christine was 75. Tags: #Angie #Anne #Riverside #California #High #John #Minneapolis #Minnesota #Seattle #Washington #Orange #Security #Bank #Crystal #Ministries #Church #Handbell #Tournament #Roses #Canada #Oregon #Arizona #Indian
Obituary: Chris Rau of Anaheim Hills passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on 27, 2015 as the result of Parkinson's Disease. She is survived by her loving husband John of 55 years; daughters Laurie and Kristi; son-in-law Greg; grandchildren Zachary, Victoria and Matthew; brother Martin Almquist of Santa Ana and his wife Sue Almquist; sister Cynthia Cottier of Pasadena and her husband John Cottier; nephew Dan Almquist and his wife Lindsey, their son Colton and two daughters Everly and Emerson; niece Audie and her husband Adam Hebert, as well as numerous cousins and many friends. She is also survived by the world's two best caregivers Angie and Jo Anne who made the last years of her life more comfortable before her passing. Chris was born in Riverside, California in 1940. She resided in Riverside for her years in school including Riverside Poly High and Riverside City where she studied music and home economics. Upon marrying John in 1960, she moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota and then on to Seattle, Washington as John pursued graduate studies. She and John moved to Orange in 1963 where she worked at Security Pacific Bank for a number of years before settling down to raise a family. Professionally, she was an outstanding piano teacher loved by all for her kindness and creative recitals. She later pursued a career as a manicurist and massage therapist. She was actively involved in the Crystal Cathedral Ministries as a member of the Church's handbell choir and for many years was a member of the ing Handbell Choir which was the lead-off entry in the 1988 Tournament of Roses Parade. also participated in parades in Canada, Oregon, California and Arizona. She loved to play the piano, the Crystal Cathedral organ and ring handbells. Other interests included roller skating, riding horses, waterskiing and watching tennis at the Indian Wells tennis tournament facility. She truly was the most gentle and kindest person. She was loved by everyone. Chris touched the lives of all around her and we are all so grateful to have known her. She will be deeply missed, but we are grateful that we will see her again in heaven. We love you Mom!

▰ Christine Sue Rau

Died July 27, … More Information
Christine Sue Rau, born May 29, 1940 entered Heaven's gates on July 27, 2015 in Riverside, California. Christine was 75.
Family members and close friends: , Lina Walker, Dianne Macmillan, Arlene Obremski, John Von Wolzogen

▰ Chris Rau

Died July 30, … More Information
Chris Rau, 75, went to be with the Lord on July 30, 2015 in Anaheim Hills, California.
Obituary published: July 31, 2015 in "OCR"

▰ Catherine (Dunn) Rau

Died October 16, … More Information
Catherine (Dunn) Rau passed away October 16, 1996 in Berkeley, California.
Obituary published: October 17, 1996 in "SF Chronicle"

▰ Catherine (Dunn) Rau

Died October 15, … More Information
On October 15, 1996, Catherine (Dunn) Rau, 93 of Berkeley, California passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: October 16, 1996 in "SF Chronicle"

▰ Catalina Castillo Rau

Died August 26, … More Information
Catalina Castillo Rau, born August 19, 1949 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her August 26, 2018 in Hughson, California. Catalina was 69.
Family members and close friends: , Donna Crotty-boyd, Deborra Horn ( Pringle ), Sharon Rowley

▰ Carl L Rau

Died October 20, … More Information
Carl L Rau, age 80 of Anaheim Hills, California, passed away peacefully October 20, 1996.
Obituary published: October 21, 1996 in "Orange Co R"

▰ Carl D Jr Rau

Died May 05, … More Information
Carl D Jr Rau, 69, of Ridgecrest, California departed this life May 5, 1997.
Obituary published: May 06, 1997 in "Daily I"

▰ Brian Rau

Died August 30, … More Information
Brian Rau, age 35 of California, born in Bellevue, Washington, went into the presence of the Lord on August 30, 2005.
Obituary published: August 31, 2005 in "IssPress (WA)"

▰ Betty Alice (Bauman) Rau

Died January 21, … More Information
Betty Alice (Bauman) Rau, age 97 of California, went into the presence of the Lord on January 21, 2021.
Obituary published: January 22, 2021 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Bertha Fay Rau

Died November 22, … More Information
On November 22, 2000, Bertha Fay Rau, 80 of Escondido, California passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: November 23, 2000 in "NC Times"

▰ Bert Wayne Rau

Died October 05, … More Information
Bert Wayne Rau went into the presence of the Lord on October 5, 2013 in Red Bluff, California.

▰ Alvin Rau

Died August 07, … More Information
Alvin Rau, of Sacramento, California, left hisearthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home August 7, 2001. Alvin was 78.
Obituary published: August 08, 2001 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Alvin Rau

Died August 06, … More Information
Alvin Rau, of Sacramento, California, entered Heaven's gates on August 6, 2001. Alvin was 78.
Obituary published: August 07, 2001 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Alvin Rau

Died August 05, … More Information
Alvin Rau, age 78 of Sacramento, California, gained his wings on August 5, 2001.
Obituary published: August 06, 2001 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Alvin Rau

Died August 04, … More Information
Alvin Rau, of Sacramento, California, passed from this world into the next August 4, 2001. Alvin was 78.
Obituary published: August 05, 2001 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Alta Fern Rau

Died January 07, … More Information
Alta Fern Rau, 93 of Sunnyvale, California, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master, January 7, 2016.
Obituary published: January 08, 2016 in "San Mateo T"

▰ Herman Ratzloff

Died October 16, … More Information
Herman Ratzloff, born April 26, 1922 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord October 16, 1981 in Whittier, California. HERMAN was 59.

▰ Yvonne J Ratzlaff

Died November 16, … More Information
Yvonne J Ratzlaff, age 72 of California, born in Bowbells, South Dakota, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord November 16, 1998.
Obituary published: November 17, 1998 in "Press Demo"

▰ Warrren Ratzlaff

Died April 08, … More Information
Warrren Ratzlaff died unexpectedly on April 8, 2010 at the age of 30 in Winton, California.
Obituary published: April 09, 2010 in "Merced Sun Star"

▰ Warren Ratzlaff

Died April 11, … More Information
Warren Ratzlaff, age 30 of Winton, California, entered Heaven's gates on April 11, 2010.
Obituary published: April 12, 2010 in "Merced Sun Star"

▰ Warren Ratzlaff

Died April 09, … More Information
Warren Ratzlaff, age 30 of Winton, California passed away April 9, 2010.
Obituary published: April 10, 2010 in "Merced Sun Star"

▰ Verner A Ratzlaff

Died March 17, … More Information
Verner A Ratzlaff, of California, born in Corn, Oklahoma, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 17, 2004. Verner was 75.
Obituary published: March 18, 2004 in "Reedley Ex"

▰ Sharon Diane (Bonander) Ratzlaff

Died December 11, … More Information
Sharon Diane (Bonander) Ratzlaff, age 62 of Turlock, California, joined the Lord December 11, 2005.
Obituary published: December 12, 2005 in "Modesto Bee"
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