Richard Walter Rataschak Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on January 24, 2026, at the age of 80, Richard Walter Rataschak of Portage, Indiana passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Walter Rataschak to pay them a last tribute.
As Richard departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Richard leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter Rataschak and Bernice Rataschak (Rudow); his wife Carolyn Rataschak (Coney); his sisters, Diane Lenney and Patricia Rataschak; and his grandchildren, Dominic Boer and Willow Boer.
He is survived by: his children, David Rataschak (Lisa) of Portage, Kristin Boer (Robert) of Portage and Nicole Rataschak of Elwood, Illinois; his granddaughters, Kayla and Mavis; and his great grandchild Kelsey.
