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Ivan Rauch Obituary

Ivan R. Rauch, 88, of Allentown, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Twp. He was the husband of the late Lorraine M. (Billger) Rauch. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Pierre H. and Priscilla K. (Schmoyer) Rauch. Before retiring, he worked 44 years at Air Products as a truck driver and a crane operator. He will be remembered by many as "Snowball", a nickname he was given by his coworkers.

Survivors: sons Dennis R. and his wife Linda of Allentown, Allen I. and his wife Deborah of Allentown, Barry L. and his wife Deborah of Bethlehem; daughters Gail A., wife of David Sebring of Emmaus, Joan S., wife of Anthony Zandarski of Coplay; 12 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother Harold and a sister Arlene Miller.

Private graveside services will be held at Fairview Cemetery, Macungie.

Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association, c/o Schmoyer Funeral Home, PO Box 190, Breinigsville,18031.www.schmoyerfuneralhome.com

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 19, 2020.

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Ronnie Reinert & Family -Bill& Jean Reinert

December 14, 2024

Our sympathy to Ivan and Lorraine's family . I think Ivan and Lorraine were my Mom and Dads best friends ! My Dad worked with Snowball for many years at Air Products and were great friends .Our family had some great times with Ivan and his family and will always cherish them ! RIP Snowball . Ronnie Reinert & Family

Barbara Shea Clarelli

December 29, 2020

My sympathies to Ivan's family. Years ago Snowball made a wood footrest to use under my desk in the Maintenance department. I still use that footrest everyday. RIP Ivan. Barbara Shea Clarelli

Dr. David Charles Smith

December 22, 2020

My deepest sympathy and Christian love is extended to the entire family at this time of loss. May the peace of the Risen Christ offer comfort and hope in the days ahead.

Ron and Bonnie Reinert

December 21, 2020

So sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Your parents and our parents had great times together. I am sure the 4 of them will be playing cards up in heaven. Prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Sally Gordon

December 21, 2020

My late husband, Bob, was a coworker at Air Products. The group had a great relationship...each had a nick name! Rest in peace "Snowball".

Roger & Elaine Newhard

December 20, 2020

Ivan and Lorraine where good friends of my Aunt & Uncle. That is how we got to know them, also from Air Products. Ivan always had a smile for you when he saw you and was a good person. May he rest in peace.

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