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Patrice M. Rauner Cedar Lake Patrice M. Rauner, age 51, of Cedar Lake, IN passed away Monday, October 23. Survived by one son, Ryan Matthew Rauner of the U.S.Navy; parents: Alfanso and Bobbie Medina; five brothers and sisters: Christine Pearson, Jackie (Michael) Lance, Alfanso Medina, Jr., George (Linda) Medina and Robert Medina; six nieces and nephews: Kim, Alexandria, Haley, Alex, Monica, and Matthew; former husband, David Rauner. Funeral Services will be held Friday, October 27 at 9:30 a.m. at Fagen-Miller Funeral Home, 1920 Hart Street, Dyer followed by Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Dyer with Rev. Terrance Steffens officiating. Burial at Chapel Lawn Cemetery, Schererville, IN. Visitation at the Funeral Home Thursday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Vigil Service 4:00 p.m. Patrice was employed at Americall Group, Inc. as a Director of Supervisor Development. She was a loving daughter, mother and sister. A giving and generous person and her mother's best friend. For further information call 219-865-2881.

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Published by The Times on Oct. 25, 2006.

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Lisa Zychowski

November 1, 2006

Patrice, my family and I will miss you very much. By chance we became neighbors and as we shared chats on your driveway we became friends. Your last few days we spent time together playing in your yard with your new puppy. We laughed and played and shared those last moments with you. And you were so happy. As I was leaving with my family I said I'd see you later. Then I stopped and said that I was glad you got the puppy."It's nice to see you out enjoying your yard. You've spent more time outside in the last two days than in the last year and a half." We both laughed, said good-byes and see ya laters. I will miss you. You and your family are in our prayers.

Ellen Ealy

October 27, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tracy Carter

October 27, 2006

Patrice will surely be missed by all of us here at the Lansing Office. Our condolences goes out to all her family members. May God bless and keep you all.

Derek Rodgers

October 27, 2006

Patrice was the sweetest person ever to have in your corner. She was there for me during a time when I thought my daughter's adoption was not going to go thru and she came to the office to do a ISO audit and saw I was broken up and lifted me up and told me to go home and she would take care of everything. This is the type of person she was and my prayers go out to the family because she loved you guys so much just like she embraced life! We will miss you Patrice and we love you!!!

Charity Jaskutis

October 27, 2006

We will miss you, Patrice. Thank you for everything including the encouragement, the kindness, and the laughter.

Chad Reeks

October 27, 2006

On behalf of the Reeks/Howard/Mattingly family, you will be TRULEY missed. One of the greatest people that our family has been blessed to know and love.

Lia Ritchey

October 27, 2006

Always remember a VERY HAPPY ANGEL came down from heaven, she made us laugh and graced us with her being.
I will miss my friend dearly...

Marisha Gutherez

October 27, 2006

God Bless you Patrice. You will be missed by me! I want to thank you for saving my job for me and being the wonderful person that you were in life. Thank you for being a great boss! I know the Lord has you now, and one day you will open up the great gates for us all. Thank you Patrice for being a blessing and being understanding. For having patience. We miss you so much! God bless you! May God watch over and comfort your family at this the hour of thier sorrow! Weeping endures for a night, but Joy comes in the morning when we can one day look in Gods eyes and hear him say, well done my good and faithful servant! God Bless! Psalm 30:5

Colleen Maxey

October 27, 2006

Patrice was a kind and patient person, and also a lot of fun. It was a priveledge to know her and she will be sorely missed by many co-workers who truly grew to love her. My condolences to the family for your loss.

Debbie (Joe's sister) Stempf

October 27, 2006

Our sympathies are with Patrice's family at this time. May God comfort you at this time.

Lori Hickey

October 26, 2006

To the Rauner Family, I wish to express my deepest sympathy for your loss and also mine. I only had the pleasure of knowing Patrice in this last year of being a coworker at Americall, let it be known that she made a lasting first impression on me and she will be in my prayers. God bless you all in your sadness.

Christine Riffett

October 26, 2006

Full of life, always giving, a positive energy best discribes the Patrice I know. She will forever be in my heart. Patrice, you will never be forgotten.

Kim Dooley

October 26, 2006

Patrice was a friend, One of those special friends who would do anything for you. She was always there when you needed help or advice. She will be truly missed including the 9:30 am "what's for lunch???" question that could only make you smile at that time. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Ruby & Wayne Samuels

October 26, 2006

My condolences goes out to Patrice's family and closes friend. May you find comfort in knowing that caring thoughts and deepest sympanthy are with you during your time of sorrow.

Barbara Williams

October 26, 2006

patrice you will be truly missed

April Massa

October 26, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with Patrice's family. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed by all that were lucky enough to know her.

Becky Walker

October 26, 2006

Patrice was a dear friend and I will miss her always. I will never forget her uplifting smile and echoing laughter. I will miss you always and my prayers are with her family and many friends.

Greg and Cynthia Lilly

October 26, 2006

Patrice touched the lives of many people. She was kind to all and will be missed greatly. She could always make us laugh at work, even when times were tough. Her family is in our prayers.

Paulette Johnson-Adams

October 26, 2006

May God bless you and your family during your time of sorrow. She was a very sweet person. Patrice will be missed by all who knew her.

Carol Webb

October 26, 2006

Patrice was a dear friend and co-worker. She will be greatly missed. I will always remember her. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Darren & Kim Udaykee

October 26, 2006

Uncle Al & Aunt Bobbie,
We are so sorry for the loss of Patrice. As we've all learned this past year, God works in mysterious ways and sometimes He takes the good ones way too soon. Please accept our condolences and know that you are all in our prayers.
Love,
Darren & Kim

April Morgan

October 26, 2006

Patrice was one of my closest friends. She loved life, loved all, and brought love and laughter to everything and everyone around her. I can't imagine being without her. My love and prayers go out to Patrice's family and all who knew her. I know all will feel this great loss. Patrice will always live on in my thoughts and heart.

Mohamed B Barro

October 26, 2006

"Every soul will meet death"
Patrice, your death is a tragedy and loss to every one of us who knew you all these years. Our prayers and thoughts will always accompany you. May God bless the family you left behind you and forgive your sins(Amiin).
You will be missed Dear Patrice!

Shannyn O'Danovich

October 26, 2006

Patrice was not just a co-worker, she was one of my closest friends and I will truly miss her. Your family is in my thought and my prayers.

Yvonne Bisset

October 26, 2006

My prayers go out to Patrices' family and may God go with them. I've known Patrice for my entire 9 years of employment with Americall and we had some great talks in the past. God has chosen to bring her home and altho we will greatly miss her, she has gotten to meet Him in person and will forever be in His light.

Shawn and Carrie Conley

October 25, 2006

Patrice was so full of life. She brought laughter and joy to all she knew and all who had the privilege of knowing her. Patrice we love you and will miss you greatly. Patrice's famous question "Where are we going for lunch?".

DOREEN ROLFE

October 25, 2006

I will miss you so very much Patrice, but God needed another Angel, and you already had so much experience from your years down here, guiding, loving, and caring for us all. I`m so positive in my heart, that`s why he picked you! Our talks will now live on in whispered prayers, and everything I do, I will do with you in my heart. May God Bless you and keep you untill we meet again!
Always and Forever your FRIEND, DOREEN

Carol Bujwit

October 25, 2006

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family of Patrice. I worked with her for quite a few years at Americall. She was the best, we sure had some fun times, our little group. Doreenie and I were just talking about how we all use to huddle outside in the corner in freezing weather just to get that smoke!!! I have really missed her since moving to Arizona. She will always be in my heart and prayers. I have lost a great friend, but gained an Angel in heaven. Bye Patrice, See you again one day. God Bless you and your whole family.

Edythe Ervin

October 25, 2006

My condolences to the family of Patrice,
Only God has the answers to what we can't understand, so lean on the Lord. Rest on Patrice until the day God calls all to rise.

Debra Welch

October 25, 2006

Like a butterfly flying free,
You will be remembered, Patrice..
For all the kindness in your soul,
Could never count the hearts you hold..

I'll miss your smiling face, My Friend~

"Rose"

Randy Johns

October 25, 2006

Patrice was a sweet and caring person. As an employee, she was one of the most loyal and dedicated employees I have known. The entire Americall Group team will miss her deeply!

Lisa Salinas

October 25, 2006

I had the opportunity to meet Patrice when I began my career as a client of AGI about 4 yrs ago. I can certianly say to know her is to love her. I could not wait to see her whenever I visited the area, which was quite reguarly. She always gave us what we called "Patriceisms". She gave alot, she made me laugh. She had a big heart and genuinely loved her family and friends. To them, you will be in my prayers. To Patrice, thanks for the memories.

Christina Wild

October 25, 2006

My heart and prayers go out to all of the family and friends of Patrice, having worked with her I know that she was a beautiful soul that will be with all of us forever.

Ellen Jurkash

October 25, 2006

Patrice touched everyone who met her. She was extremely welcoming and will be missed greatly.

Donna Jankovich

October 25, 2006

Patrice, you're my best friend whom I've shared a lifetime of memories with. Even though my heart is full of sorrow and the tears won't seem to stop, I know your in Heaven watching over all of us. I miss you so much my friend.

Janet Steele

October 25, 2006

Patrice will surely be missed. She was a bright light to our path and I will remember her fondly. You will remain in my prayers.

CJ Margeas

October 25, 2006

Perhaps the nicest lady i knew, she genuinely cared about everyone. She was like a second mother to me and all of Ryan's friends. None of us can forget the countless hours playing spades and just hanging out with her. She will truly be missed. My condolences to Ryan and the rest of his family.

Christine Selby

October 25, 2006

My condolences go out to Patrice's whole family. I got a chance to know her working at Americall. She was a wonderful lady and she will be greatly missed.

Kristal Slager

October 25, 2006

Wow, what a gal; everyone who knew or came in contact with Patrice was treated with kindess and caring. Words can't express how she will be missed or how well she was thought of.

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