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John Raths

Phoenix, Arizona

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John Raths Another great pilot of WWII has "slipped the surly bonds of earth…and touched the face of God." John Allyn Raths soared into the wild, blue yonder to meet Jesus in the sky on Feb. 27, 2015. He was 96 years young! This wonderful man was born on May 14, 1918 in Mpls, Minn. He...

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Mr. Raths was my boy scout leader at st
Gregorys and taught all of us a lot not just about scouting but how to be a good member of society.Always led by ezamp li e and I think about his great attitude and patience when leading us scout's in training and on camping trips.
He gave me nothing but great memories of my childhood .
I went to school with two of his sons Ron and Greg .Great people and they represent the Rath family with their high standards! Hi Ron and Greg! Your Dad...

A great Pic of dad and Ed Bolton at Camp Geronimo

Rita, Mary, James, Timothy and Laurence Bolton send you their condolences.

Danny, I was so sorry to hear about your father. I just lost my mom this past month and know how difficult it is to say goodbye to our parents. Thank you for the wonderful write up on your dad. He was an incredible man! My father was also part of the Army Air Corps in WWII but unlike your father, didn't see combat time (much to his disappoint, I might add!). My prayers go out to you and your entire family. I hope the wonderful memories of your time together sustain you in the months and years...

I hope i have half the energy John had, he was a great dancer and very kind man, a true American hero!!

Thanks to all of you who are leaving messages for our family. I have had calls and emails too from former scouts, friends, R&G folks, etc.

I had the great Honor of knowing this Awesome and Loving man-He was a great Husband, Father, Friend to many.
I met MR Raths when I was 5 years old 61 years ago.He was the pillar of the church a Godly man and raised 8 Great Kids, He was an American Hero- They say in John 3:16 That God gave his only begotten son and then I say he gave us Mr John Raths~ There's really no words to describe this man's walk his Legacy will one for The Record Books~ If you havd the privilege of meeting him it...

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace. You are truly a hero!

Thank you for your service you and your family our loved so much by me rest in peace