Philip Joseph Rath Obituary
In loving memory of Philip Joseph Rath (Spencer, Iowa), who departed this world on March 30, 2026 at the age of 93. Philip leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Philip Joseph Rath to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Anthony Rath and Suzanna Rath; his wife Shirley Rath; his brothers, Bernard, Raymond, Melvin, Michael, Walter and Robert Rath; and his father-in-law Curtis (Clara Whitaker).
He is survived by: his daughters, Kimberly Puffer (James) and Kellene Sassman (Doug); his grandchildren, Aaron Sassman (Stacy), Ryan Sassman, Dawn Sassman (Adam), Jenny Cyr (Kyle) and Sean Puffer (Elspeth); his great grandchildren, Tate Axdahl, Keely Spooner, Lexi Sassman, AJ Sassman, Wyatt Sassman, Sarah Cyr, Teddy Puffer and Sammy Puffer; his siblings, Elmer Rath (Donna), Lucille Fitzsenry and Don; and his sister-in-law Ardy Whitaker. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
