Joan Rau Obituary
Survivors: Daughters, Colette Walbert, Adrianne Long, and Sheila Kline; Sons, Layman E. Rau, Jr. and Keith Rau; 14 Grandchildren; 25 Great-Grandchildren; 1 Great-Great-Grandson; Brother, Edward Zadravecz; Sister, Judith Lazorik. Joan was predeceased by a grandchild and two great-grandchildren.
Services: 10:30 AM Friday, February 27, 2026 at Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm Street, Emmaus. A viewing will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM Friday in the funeral home. Interment to follow at Zion's Lutheran Cemetery, Old Zionsville. www.BKRFH.com
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