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Frank Rausch Obituary
RAUSCH, Sr., Frank C.
Frank was born on April 16, 1923 in Topeka, Kansas and peacefully passed away May 29, 2009 at home surrounded by his family. He was a caring and loving husband of 61 years to wife Ruth and a devoted father. Frank is survived by his wife, and children: Patricia Schense, Victoria Bullock, Frank C. Rausch Jr., Jacquie Bradshaw, Joseph Rausch and Tami Withers. He was preceded in death by his children Karen Beaton and Douglas Rausch. A proud grandfather to: Chris Bullock, Shannon Green, Valarie Fagan, Stefanie Papais, Tyler, Ryan & A.J. Shippee, Joelle, Jessalyn & Jenna Rausch, Randall & Andrew Benavides. A loving great-grandfather to Madison & Benjamin Fagan, Sofia & Abbigail Papais, Tyler & Jordan Green, Nathan & Kaitlin Bullock and Landen Benavides. Frank loved life to the fullest and enjoyed 60 great years of golf. He was a successful businessman, retired for the last 25 years. He was the oldest of 10 children and son to Walter and Della Rausch. He proudly served our country in the Army's 138th Infantry from 1940 to 1945. Frank participated in the North African and European campaigns during World War II.
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Della/Betty Courtney/Rausch
June 7, 2009
Dearest Aunt Ruth and Cousins,
Mom and I know how hard this time is for all of you. I remember Dad and my family spending a lot of great times together. And being close to you over the years to share my family (Della) with you also was a blessing. Mom knows you greif and we both will be thinking of you all. We wish we could be there with you to see Uncle Frank off. You are all in our hearts. Love and Sympathy Betty and Della
DeeDee (Rausch) Jones
June 7, 2009
Aunt Ruth and Family,
I know how hard it is for you all at this difficult time as not long ago I was there. But as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. My heart goes out to all of you at this time and in the days ahead. Love to all,
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