TIM RAUFUS

TIM RAUFUS obituary, Rocky River, OH

TIM RAUFUS

Upcoming Events

Aug

23

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Rocky River United Methodist Church

19414 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116

Aug

23

Service

10:00 a.m.

Rocky River United Methodist Church

19414 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116

TIM RAUFUS Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McGorray-Hanna Funeral Homes of Westlake on Aug. 15, 2025.

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TIM RAUFUS, age 79, Son of the late Clarence "Bud" Raufus and the late Helen Raufus VanFleet. Loving brother of Jim Raufus (Jane) of Racine, Wisc., Jill Raufus of Pittsburgh, PA.,. Step-brother of Jean Caldwell (deceased), Dave VanFleet (deceased) and Marilyn Manby of Carrollton, TX. Uncle to Ryan, Robb and Taylor Raufus.

Tim was a Realtor with Howard-Hanna Realty, and sold real estate for over 50 years. Tim's life revolved around his nephews, friends and family. He loved playing card games and was an avid Bridge player. Traveling with friends and entertaining was always a joy.

Tim passed away August 7, 2025, in Westlake, Ohio. There will be a Visitation at Rocky River United Methodist Church, 19414 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH 44116, Saturday, August 23 from 9:00am - 10:00am followed by a service at 10:00am. Interment will be at Lakewood Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial contributions to the

American Cancer Society.
McGorray-Hanna Funeral Homes of Westlake

25620 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH 44145

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Upcoming Events

Aug

23

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Rocky River United Methodist Church

19414 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116

Aug

23

Service

10:00 a.m.

Rocky River United Methodist Church

19414 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116