Jon Rauch Sr. Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jon Rauch Sr. (Grand Rapids, Michigan), who passed away on May 8, 2026, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jon Rauch Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his wife Catherine Rauch (Kitty); and his parents, Julia Rauch and Montgomery Rauch. He is survived by: his children, Jon Jr. Rauch (Michele), Julie Nixon (Paul) and Jane Eggleston (Bob); his brother Dave Rauch; and his in-laws, Dee Smith, Terry Smith (Sharie), Pat Smith (Kathy) and Peggy Reyers (Dan). He is also survived by eight grandchildren, their spouses, and great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, 1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, or the Dan Donnelly Foundation; St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School, 2750 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546.
