William Patrick "Bill" Rausch

William Patrick "Bill" Rausch obituary

William Patrick "Bill" Rausch

William Rausch Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Browning Funeral Home - Evansville on Sep. 17, 2025.

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William "Bill" Patrick Rausch, 70, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at his home.

Bill was born in Evansville, Indiana on March 23, 1955 to the late Jack and Oma (Davis) Rausch. He was a 1973 graduate of North High School and worked at Bristol Myers. Bill enjoyed being outside working in his yard and spending time with his family and friends.

Bill is survived by his siblings, Sandy Boyd, Linda Southwell (Deryl), Mary Rausch-Eubank and Dotty Huff (David); sister-in-law, Eileen Rausch; and by many nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jack Rausch; and his brother-in-law, Bill Boyd.

A celebration of Bill's life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hadi Shriners Hospital, 6 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN 47708.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Browning Funeral Home - Evansville

738 E. Diamond Ave., Evansville, IN 47711

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