Ruth Heidi Rau

It is with a heavy heart that announce the passing of R. Heidi Scheuermann Rau (60), our beloved mother and wife. Heidi passed peacefully on the evening of Dec. 22, 2025, at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in South San Francisco, surrounded by loved ones.

Heidi was born on Oct. 7, 1965, in Warwick, NY, to parents Ruth A. Vozza and Christian Scheuermann. She spent her adolescence between the tennis courts, the golf course, and on the water, spending summers with her mom on their boat "The 19th Hole." Heidi graduated from Warwick Valley High School and the State University of New York at Albany, followed by an MBA in Healthcare Administration from Baruch College/Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. She dedicated her career to making other's lives happier and healthier, although it's a little bit more complicated than that.

Heidi married Walter Rau on July 10, 1999, in Truckee, CA, after meeting him in the same home they still share in Olympic Valley. Her stuffed mushrooms were something for the ages, and Walter knew quickly that he couldn't let her go. The two moved to Half Moon Bay, CA, shortly thereafter, where they built their family and became active members of the community, cheering on her daughters at countless sporting events, piano recitals, and various school productions throughout the years. If the weather was fitting, you could count on finding her on the beach or walking up and down the coastal trail, usually listening to her favorite country artists or classic rock.

Heidi enjoyed life thoroughly. She was always up for an adventure, always willing to open her home and her heart to anyone who needed it, and could make you laugh so hard you couldn't breathe. She was creative and silly, she never missed an opportunity to sing and dance, and brought joy and light into every room she walked into.

Heidi is survived by her husband of 26 years, Walter, her two daughters, Dania and Elle Rau, and the newest member of the family, Mac, her favorite furry friend.

We invite those who wish to pay tribute, to share photos and memories, on this memorial page.

For those seeking comfort or guidance during this time, resources are available at https://cypresslawn.com/grief-support/.

Details regarding services will be provided in the "Events" tab as they are confirmed and made available to the public.