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Rainer Josenhanss Obituary
1925 - 2011
Rainer W. Josenhanss of Sarasota died
on Monday, Feb. 7 having fought a brave battle against lung cancer for four years.
He lived with his wife, Harriet, on Longboat Key for 20 years and was a strong voice in the government affairs of the Key. He was CEO of the World Wide VW/Audi/Porsche Co. for 22 years.
In 1981 he owned and operated Sun West Audi-BMW-Porsche-Subaru-Volkswagen franchises in St. Petersburg, Fla. He and his wife had recently moved to Plymouth Harbor.
Memorial donations may be made to the "Boys & Girls Clubs" of Sarasota.
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Carol Field
February 3, 2020
Rainer will always be in my memory and the many happy times we shared.
philip topali
February 6, 2012
Blythe Spirits, our paths crossed,you taught,i listened,thanks to rainer, i got on my feet. never have i seen such a loving relationship. may the lord bless and keep you! be well, youre greek friend always.much love phil.
Melissa Davis
November 19, 2011
Harriet,
I am so sorry for your loss. Rainer was one of kind and the love that the two of you shared was amazing! I hope that you are doing well and if you need anything at all please do not hesitate to contact me.
robert savitski
February 23, 2011
i worked with Rai at world wide vw....he was a giant among men...and held the respect of every one.....He always left a little of himself wherever he went....
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Frances Reed
February 15, 2011
Harriet,
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your best friend and husband. Rainer had the best sense of humor and will be missed.
Cindy & Frances
Henry Wheeler
February 11, 2011
Harriet: I know you will know how much Rai's life impacted on mine. I'm writing from England, from where I wouldn't have the wonderful life I have without a brief phrase he spoke one night working late at the office. He knew, somehow, what would be the best for me at that difficult time in my life. I'll be forever in his debt. I do hope you and I will have the chance to meet again, even though I won't have that opportunity with Rai...it may be the end of an era, but I'll smile forever at the recollection...much love: Henry
Barry Boardman
February 11, 2011
A very strong and unique man has left us with many wonderful and cherished memories of our first real experiance in the bussiness world. You have provided many young (at the time) scared and inexperienced co workers with direction an confidence to be successful as a team and individually. Rest in peace! You have and always wil be a positive role model to your co workers.
February 10, 2011
Our "Best Man" was truly the best man and he will be missed. One day there will be a place where we will meet again, and stop and rest and remember.
Kiki, Jim and the boys
February 10, 2011
May God bless you for all of your kind and wonderful acts of love and compassion
you are an angel.
J. corbin
February 10, 2011
Drar Mrs. Josenhanss. so sorry to hear of the loss of such an honorable and compassionate man . He will be sorely missed by all .I have stage 4 bone cancer in my shoulder and leg and he was alway cheering me up as we were going through a lot of the same things yet he seldom thought of his prblems. He wa a true knight in shining armor and a gentleman . Our prayers and love are with you he spoke of you with great love. He will always be missed as a 30 year friendship is not easily forgotten. Rainer was great to work for and with. He has accomplished much Will there be services? With great love and respect I know your loss is great. Much love and prayers. God be with you in this time of loss. He will never be forfotten his deeds shine on . You have much to be proud of
He is a great man .Much love and prayers stay well.
j. Corbin
jack bergbom
February 10, 2011
Harriett,
I am very sorry to hear about Ranier. I worked at Cannons Marina for many years and got to know him as more than a client. He truly was a gentleman and a pleasure to be around. He always left me with a lesson to ponder and I appreciated his concern and honesty. I hope you are well.
February 10, 2011
Dear Hariklia, I was so sorry to hear of Rainer's passing. We both know he is in a better place. Please know that Lynne and I will keep you in our prayers. May God confort you now and in the days ahead.
Love, Mack
February 9, 2011
Harriet, Im so sorry to hear about Rainer you and he were so great to me when we were all at Cedars, My love to you Natalie(Girle) Zanolli
February 9, 2011
My Dear Friend Hariklia,
Claire and I extend our sincerest condolences to you. Rainer will be missed. We can never forget the vibrant, colorful, sweet, kind and generous man he was. Truly a bright shining light in everybody's life.
Charlie and Claire Kostopoulos
JOAN AND FRED BROFAZI
February 9, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Barbara Bixby
February 9, 2011
Harriet,
Rainer always kept me on my toes with a smile. He will be missed so much. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Barb Bixby
February 9, 2011
Harriet , Stay strong my greek friend ,Your a very special lady, as he was a special man , Ramier would want it no other way. love you, your old friend, George Neofotis
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