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Joseph Rausch Obituary
Conesus Lake: Joe passed away in the warmth of his home with his family on Friday, November 9th, 2012 at age 81. He grew up in the "19th Ward" of Rochester, NY, attended Aquinas Institute and spent most of his adult life on Conesus Lake. Joe was a beloved member of the St. Matthew Church and community. As an avid skier Joe was a member of the Rochester Ski Club. He was a true sports fan and was a well respected plumbing contractor. He danced through life with a smile on his face, making everyone he touched happier with his humor, and better for having known him. Like the sentiment from the movie "Its a Wonderful Life", Joe died a wealthy man because he was so well loved.
Joe is survived by Marcia, his wife of 35 years, her children Kerry (Jack) Stich, Michael Jones, Tim (Molly) Jones, daughters Mary (Tim) Jones, Donna (Chuck) Graham, Ann (Ed) Millet and son Joseph (Wendy) Rausch; sister-in-law Elli McEvoy, 18 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Family and friends may call Tuesday Nov. 13, 2012 from 3-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 21 Big Tree St., Rte 20A, Livonia. His funeral mass will be held Wednesday Nov. 14th at 11:00 am at St. Matthew Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Rd., Rte 20A Livonia. Fr. John Hayes will be the celebrant. Contributions in his memory may be made to St. Matthew Church, PO Box 77, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence and for further information please visit:
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Rausch
November 14, 2012
Dearest Marcia and family, He looked so good at our 40-week club dinner, and we're so sorry we couldn't be with you today at his funeral. You know we would be there if possible, and thank you so much for keeping us informed. Just too sad to think we won't get to say "goodbye" to him. The world needs more Joe Rausch's to spread his love. Warmest sympathy, Pam and Bob Rice
Greg Hetzler
November 14, 2012
I wish to extend my sympathies to you and your family.
November 14, 2012
To all of you, my thoughts and prayers are with you. joe will be missed. Carole Mulhern and family
Dick Oppelt
November 13, 2012
Dear Marcia and family, I am so sorry. Joe and I worked together for many years at LeFrois and we both would laugh the whole time. I am so glad I got to see him this past summer. Joe, I am going to drink a martini in your honor. I will miss you.
Catholic Charities
November 13, 2012
We will light a candle and send our condolences to Marcia & family
Gretchen Burruto
November 13, 2012
If ever there was a man who went through life with a lively gleam in his eye -- that is how we will remember Joe.
November 12, 2012
Dear Marcia and family. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love. Anita and Ed. Nicoletta, Rochester, NY
Laurie Welch
November 12, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.
November 12, 2012
JOE will be missed. He was a great friend through the years, and enjoyed each time with him and Marcia. Earl & Beverly Ruf
Anne Stout
November 12, 2012
Dear Marcia, Kerry, Michael and Tim,
My Peace, Prayers and Blessings and with you Always.
Dan & Jill Chiacchia
November 12, 2012
The lake will not be the same without Joe. His wit, wisdom & humor will be missed by all. Our deeepest sympathies to the family.
Nancy Sweet
November 11, 2012
We were saddened to hear of Joe's passing. Our love and prayers go out to Marcia and the entire family. Joe was a wonderful man and a great neighbor. Whenever I saw him, he would greet me with a smile and a hug. I can still remember his 50th birthday party.... such fun!
We hold you all in our heart and our prayers.
So sorry for your loss. RIP Joe
Ron and Nanc
Char and Skip Follis
November 11, 2012
Joe: Thanks for the gift you were to all of us. Smiles, laughs, jokes,...You brightened everyone's day. We will definitely miss you at Vero!
November 11, 2012
We'll miss you Joe, we have so many good memories of our times together. You always had a good joke. Tom remembers seeing you come home early and when he asked you said I take so much pipe and when I run out I come home. He thought that was very funny and typical Joe.
November 11, 2012
Joe, thank you for 60+ years of friendship and smiles. You taught me if I wanted to be a plumber I had to know three things the last one was "Payday was on Friday" I'll leave the other two for your other friends to add. We'll miss you Joe, may you rest in peace.
Tom Hussey
November 11, 2012
Joe
You will be missed by all. You were one great guy!
Bob Enright
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